SCENIC HIGHLIGHTS CRUISE (20-25 mins)View the hydro intake, the piers of the early bridge, The Church of the Good Shepherd, glacial rock formations, Mt John and snow-capped Southern Alps.
ISLAND CIRCUIT CRUISE (35-40 mins)
Features as in Scenic Highlights Cruise, plus views up the Godley and Macaulay Valleys and a circuit of Motuariki Island.
GRAND LAKE CRUISE (1-1.5 hours)
Cruise of the whole of Lake Tekapo - hydro intake, early bridge piers, past Motuariki Island, head of the Lake and the Godley and Macaulay Valleys, beneath the grandeur of Mt Mistake, Cass River, views of the Southern Alps and Mt John. Complimentary tea, coffee and snack.
TASTE OF TEKAPO CRUISE (1.5-2 hours)
The features of Scenic Highlights Cruise with a landing at Motuariki Island for a ramble on the island or just lean back, relax and enjoy the view while your skipper cooks a delectable complimentary BBQ breakfast, lunch or dinner on the shore, which may include locally harvested Mount Cook Salmon. Advance reservations recommended.
ALL CRUISES SUBJECT TO SUITABLE WEATHER CONDITIONS
CRUISE OPTIONS TO SUIT YOU
Cruises can be tailored to suit you from 20 minutes to a half day. You may land on Motuariki Island and explore the island before breakfast on the shore. For family fun, children can enjoy the exhilaration of being towed in the inflatable ‘banana boat’.
BANANA BOAT FUN (10 minutes around the bay)
For family fun, children can enjoy the exhilaration of being towed in the inflatable ‘banana boat’.
GUIDED FISHING (Half Day or Full Day)
Fishing trips by arrangement with rods and refreshments provided. ‘Cook your catch’ or take home. Bring your own licence or purchase day licence from the Post Shop.
MINIMUM 2 PASSENGERS
MAXIMUM 5 PASSENGERS
LAKE TEKAPO
Length: 20 kilometres
Deepest point: 120 metres
Height above sea level: approx 705 metres
Temperature: Average 8-10°C
In the event of unfavourable lake conditions,enquire with Cruise Tekapo for alternative options for exploring Lake Tekapo and the surrounding region.
TEKAPO HIGHlLGHTS:
Church of the Good Shepherd Bronze Sheep Dog Statue Skiing & Ice Skating Mount John Observatory Trout Fishing Golf