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New Zealand's 15 most popular wanaka & mount cook tours, in one place. What each one is actually like, who runs it, and what you will pay.
Wildwire Wānaka Level 2 via ferrata: cable waterfall climb with ladders and bridges, plus lunch. Small group, ~4 hours.
“It was the most challenging outdoor activity I’ve ever done in my life. It was super fun and rewarding experience. Our guide, Jasper was great making sure to keep me safe! I highly recommend this activity if you are not afraid of height and physically fit! My husband also had a blast time!”
25-minute Mt Cook helicopter with alpine landing in Aoraki Mt Cook National Park, Tasman Valley views, glacier lake sights, $226 pp.
“It was an awesome experience seeing the mountains and glaciers up close!”
Small-group Christchurch day tour to Aoraki Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Pukaki, plus Fairlie Bakehouse and glacier walks, with lunch.
“_”Joseph was such a great and friendly guide—warm, patient, and genuinely engaging throughout. He explained everything clearly, made everyone feel at ease, and turned the whole experience into an enjoyable one. Truly a pleasure to be guided by him.”_”
Day trip from Christchurch to Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and the Tasman Glacier with small-group comfort, guided stops, and a moderate walk.
“Great views and well organised trip. Anuj our guide was very thoughtful and kind. Overall good value given the amount of driving involved if one were to do the trip from Chch oneself”
Wanaka bike and e-bike hire with return shuttle. Ride Wanaka–Hawea trails on grade 1–2 paths with helmet, lock, trunk bag.
“good ride with good bike , lovely route and helpful guide, Thanks for enriching experience go over different paths for better experience”
1-hour Lake Wanaka happy hour cruise on a 17m catamaran with included wine/beer, cheese & crackers, and mountain views from the water.
“maybe 2 free drinks and then start buying your own!!”
Jet boat thrills on the Clutha River from Wanaka with small-group service, live commentary, 360 spins, and camera stops.
“Amazing Ride! We enjoyed the Jet boat ride with Pat, he is so knowledgeable and he absoblutely loves nature! Explaning to us about the Clutha river, activities around the river, history and so much more! And not forgetting the twists and turns Read more”
Water taxi to Mou Waho Island for a short, steep climb to a hidden lake-in-lake view, weka bird encounters, and a swim.
“Hannah our tour guide was great! The lake was a bit bumpy which added to the adventure. The island and the history of the she shared was really interesting. The hike and lake on the island gave such a unique and neat experience. I would highly recommend.”
45-minute Mount Cook combo flight: skiplane up, helicopter back, plus a glacier snow landing on Tasman Glacier.
“Cool. The pilots are very helpful and friendly. I am not tall and both pilots help me up and down the ski plane and helicopter. Bravo to them. Thank you very much. I have a wonderful day.”
Jet boat thrills on the Matukituki River plus a guided 50-minute walk in Mount Aspiring National Park from Wanaka, small group tour.
“We are touring the South Island of New Zealand and this was by far our favourite thing we’ve done. Ben was absolutely outstanding and really made the trip for us. I think this is a must do.”
Tandem skydive in Wanaka from 9,000–15,000 ft with freefall up to 200 kph, Southern Alps views, and optional photo-video.
“Lots of fun instructors were awesome experience was unreal”
Half-day tour from Queenstown to Arrowtown and Wanaka via Crown Range Road, with guided stops, free time, and a Cardrona drink.
“Nice day spent out of Queenstown with scenic views and a relaxed time in nearby towns. In Arrowtown, I recommend quickly walking through the strip in town and then spending most of your time down by the Arrow river if the weather is Read more”
A 3-hour Mount Cook heli-hike: helicopter scenic flights over Aoraki/Mount Cook plus up to 2 hours walking Tasman Glacier.
“Enjoyed hiking around, going down in the hole having family pictures to remember. Hunter was a great guide. However, wish we stayed more as group so we could hear more information about glaciers”
Ride 450cc ATVs through Cardrona Valley, see gold-rush sites, and get guided safety with small-group attention from Wanaka.
“Wow wow wow!! This has to be one of the most scenic drives I’ve ever taken. We had an overcast day that made for some awesome photos. Our guide, Hannah, was outstanding and a lot of fun. The time absolutely flew by.”
Soar over Aoraki, land on the Tasman Glacier, and hike 2 hours with crampons for an unforgettable Mount Cook heli adventure.
“Highly enjoyable, brand new experience walking on a safe section of glacier, professional service from start to finish, you know you’re in good hands, our guide Maddie took good care of everyone every step of the way, even the heli pilots had tonnes of information to share en route, this is a must do!”
