-
travel_explore
The West Coast Explore New Zealand, Australia & Fiji!tune
Franz Josef Wilderness Tours is one of the most scenic kayak locations on planet earth
Highlights
- One of the most scenic kayaking tours in the world!
- Unbeatable views of the surrounding mountains and glaciers
- Tranquil mirror-like waters - great for paddling
Franz Josef Wilderness Tours is one of the most scenic kayak locations on planet earth!.
Enjoy a 3 hour kayaking tour in Franz Josef Glacier.
Join us on a unique kayak adventure and kiwi sanctuary tour, just minutes from Franz Josef Glacier!
Glide effortlessly across the lakes mirror-like water, enjoying panoramic views of the surrounding high mountains and glaciers. Our stunning lake was created by the mighty Franz Josef Glacier as it retreated some 14,000 years ago.
Now it sits calm and reflective, sandwiched between the mountains and the sea. At the back of the lake, we navigate our kayaks deep into the heart of the Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary.
Paddle silently past some 900-year-old kahikatea trees, all to the sound of native birdsong.
Franz Josef Wilderness Tours is locally owned and operated, so like true west coasters, we'll get out there rain or shine!
All prices are shown in NZD ($)
- Adult$99.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$67.00
- Adult$149.00
- Child$95.00
- Adult$104.00
- Child$67.00
- Adult$149.00
- Child$95.00
- Adult$104.00
- Child$67.00
- Adult$149.00
- Child$95.00
- Adult$104.00
- Child$67.00
- Adult$104.00
- Child$67.00
- Adult$149.00
- Child$95.00
- Adult$104.00
- Child$67.00
- Adult$104.00
- Child$67.00
- Adult$99.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$95.00
- Adult$104.00
- Child$67.00
- Adult$104.00
- Child$95.00
- Adult$104.00
- Child$95.00
- Adult$104.00
- Child$95.00
- Adult$99.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$95.00
- Adult$104.00
- Child$95.00
- Adult$104.00
- Child$95.00
- Adult$104.00
- Child$67.00
- Adult$149.00
- Child$95.00
- Adult$149.00
- Child$95.00
- Adult$104.00
- Child$67.00
- Adult$149.00
- Child$95.00
- Adult$104.00
- Child$67.00
- Adult$104.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$67.00
- Adult$149.00
- Child$95.00
Authenticated Reviews & Photos All of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme
Showing all 183 authenticated Bookme reviews
karans3 from New Zealand wrote on 22 May 2025
Kayak 3 hours
Very veey good very nicce
Yvonne Turner from Australia wrote on 02 April 2025
Franz wilderness kayaking
Sydney was an amazing, knowledgeable guide who took a genuine interest in making the day enjoyable for everyone
Panagiotis Korovesis from United Kingdom wrote on 08 March 2025
Amazing
Would 100% recommend for anyone visiting Franz Josef. Great tour guide with with a lot of knowledge and many breathtaking views
Alison Evans from United States wrote on 15 February 2025
Fun on the lake
The kayak trip was superb. Very beautiful place and our guides Max and Curt made it so much fun with a lot of local knowledge.
Copyright © 2025 Bookme Limited.
When you see the Qualmark logo, your activity of choice is endorsed by New Zealand Tourism's official quality assurance organisation and backed by leaders in the industry. It's your trusted guide to iconic activities and experiences that are awarded for their exceptionally high level of quality, safety and sustainability.
Qualmark Gold
This award recognises the best sustainable tourism businesses in New Zealand. It denotes exceptional customer experiences at the heart of everything the company does. This business is leading the way in making the New Zealand tourism industry a world class sustainable visitor destination.
Qualmark Silver
This award is evidence of a sophisticated tourism business that consistently exceeds visitor expectations. Their proactive leadership and management ensure the business's focus on continuously improving their economic, social and environmental performance to create genuine, constantly evolving and sustainable tourism experiences.
Qualmark Bronze
The Qualmark Bronze award recognizes a business that operates with a high level of professionalism, is mindful of its environmental impact, and is dedicated to putting customers first.
Continue with Facebook
patriciav2 from New Zealand wrote on 05 July 2025
10/10
Our initial kayak slot was in the afternoon, but it got moved to the morning due to low numbers. We really didn’t want to pay extra to secure that timing, so we left Queenstown at 3am just to make it on time definitely an early mission! Despite the early start, the experience was totally worth it. Lake Manapouri is breathtaking, and kayaking there for the first time was such a peaceful and unforgettable experience. Grateful it all worked out in the end!