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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.
“The spectacular views, our amazing guide who balanced encouragement with support so beautifully, the adventure, and finding out we could do something we didn’t think we could. We signed up for level 2 (and I thought we would chicken out and go back after level 1), and we ended up doing all 3 levels. It…”
25-minute Mt Cook helicopter with alpine landing in Aoraki Mt Cook National Park, Tasman Valley views, glacier lake sights, $226 pp.
Small-group Christchurch day tour to Aoraki Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Pukaki, plus Fairlie Bakehouse and glacier walks, with lunch.
Day trip from Christchurch to Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and the Tasman Glacier with small-group comfort, guided stops, and a moderate walk.
“I enjoy the whole duration of tour. The driver/guide is very friendly, respectful, patient and accommodating. If I will book for another tour in South Island again in the future, I wish it would be the same driver of the minibus again.”
Wanaka bike and e-bike hire with return shuttle. Ride Wanaka–Hawea trails on grade 1–2 paths with helmet, lock, trunk bag.
“This was such a great experience even though it rained for half of the ride. The e-bikes were great and made for such a beautiful ride around the bay. Would 100% recommend, a great activity to do on your first day in Wānaka to get your bearings.”
1-hour Lake Wanaka happy hour cruise on a 17m catamaran with included wine/beer, cheese & crackers, and mountain views from the water.
Jet boat thrills on the Clutha River from Wanaka with small-group service, live commentary, 360 spins, and camera stops.
“Our guide was great and we had a blast with the spins and quick turns! Thanks for all the history of the river and the area - great fun!”
Water taxi to Mou Waho Island for a short, steep climb to a hidden lake-in-lake view, weka bird encounters, and a swim.
45-minute Mount Cook combo flight: skiplane up, helicopter back, plus a glacier snow landing on Tasman Glacier.
Jet boat thrills on the Matukituki River plus a guided 50-minute walk in Mount Aspiring National Park from Wanaka, small group tour.
“This experience was fantastic. Ben the driver was very knowledgeable about the area, the weather & the mountains. The wilderness walk was fun & informative.”
Tandem skydive in Wanaka from 9,000–15,000 ft with freefall up to 200 kph, Southern Alps views, and optional photo-video.
Half-day tour from Queenstown to Arrowtown and Wanaka via Crown Range Road, with guided stops, free time, and a Cardrona drink.
“We did a 6-hour tour to Wanaka and Arrowtown today, and it was simply awesome from start to finish. Both Wanaka and Arrowtown are located close to Queenstown, yet each has its own unique charm, and this tour was a perfect way to Read more”
A 3-hour Mount Cook heli-hike: helicopter scenic flights over Aoraki/Mount Cook plus up to 2 hours walking Tasman Glacier.
Ride 450cc ATVs through Cardrona Valley, see gold-rush sites, and get guided safety with small-group attention from Wanaka.
“Fantastic experience. The views were amazing. Phoebe was a great tour guide.”
Soar over Aoraki, land on the Tasman Glacier, and hike 2 hours with crampons for an unforgettable Mount Cook heli adventure.
