Historic Yacht Cruise and Guided Walk on Lake Te Anau
Overview
Cruise across lake Te Anau discover untouched wilderness and timeless heritage.
Set out across the fresh waters of Lake Te Anau and journey toward the breathtaking entrance of the South Fiord. Immerse yourself in the pristine beauty that surrounds you as some of the world’s most untouched wilderness are revealed.
Enjoy a comfortable hike among dramatic landscapes and ancient native vegetation, shrouded in the secrets of millions of years. Wander beneath towering trees whose origins stretch back through time, and discover crystal-clear hidden lakes and awe-inspiring rock faces shaped by nature’s depths.
Relax and indulge in the luxury of being served delicious canapés and refreshing beverages, all while soaking in the serenity of nature.
At the end of your adventure, we’ll sail you back to Te Anau Township—leaving you with treasured memories of a truly extraordinary day.
What's Included
- Light refreshments
- Afternoon tea
- Local taxes
- Live commentary on board
- Local guide
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Location
85 Lakefront Drive
Te Anau 9640, New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Fiordland National Park (Te Wahipounamu)
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Lake Te Anau
40 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Fiordland National Park (Te Wahipounamu)
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Lake Te Anau
40 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Te Anau
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with limited mobility (For boarding and disembarking)
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Some restrictions for limited mobility due to lake levels and water heights. (Some steps are required)
- The toilet onboard is located down a staircase.
- The walk in the national park is a bush walk which can include steps up and down
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Historic Yacht Cruise and Guided Walk on Lake Te Anau?
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Activity code: C-45349P2
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT).
- Light refreshments.
- Afternoon tea.
- Local taxes.
- Live commentary on board.
- Local guide.
- Gratuities.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Historic Yacht Cruise and Guided Walk on Lake Te Anau is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with limited mobility (For boarding and disembarking)
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Historic Yacht Cruise and Guided Walk on Lake Te Anau will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Light refreshments
- Afternoon tea
- Local taxes
- Live commentary on board
- Local guide
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with limited mobility (For boarding and disembarking)
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Some restrictions for limited mobility due to lake levels and water heights. (Some steps are required)
- The toilet onboard is located down a staircase.
- The walk in the national park is a bush walk which can include steps up and down
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
