Champagne Sightseeing Cruise on Lake Te Anau
Overview
Step Into Timeless Elegance: Evening Cruises on Te Anau’s Historic 1935 Motor Yacht.
Make your way to Te Anau’s charming historic wharf and step aboard a classic 1935 motor yacht—leaving the world behind and entering an atmosphere of timeless elegance, rich history, and the captivating charm of a bygone era.
As you set out on this unforgettable evening cruise, pause to take in the seasonal beauty all around you. Every detail celebrates the impeccable craftsmanship and exquisite attention to detail that defined the 1930s.
Sip champagne and savour gourmet canapés as ancient history and wild, untamed landscapes drift serenely by, bathed in golden evening light. Let the magic of the moment wash over you as the sun sets, casting a warm glow over Te Anau.
Breathe deeply and allow yourself to truly connect—with nature, with history, and with yourself..
What's Included
- Local crew
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Drinks
- Live commentary on board
- Canapes
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
85 Lakefront Drive
Te Anau 9600, 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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Lake Te Anau
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Champagne Sightseeing Cruise on Lake Te Anau?
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Activity code: C-45349P3
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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).
- Local crew.
- GST (Goods and Services Tax).
- Drinks.
- Live commentary on board.
- Canapes.
- Gratuities.
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 Champagne Sightseeing Cruise on Lake Te Anau is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Champagne Sightseeing Cruise 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
- Local crew
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Drinks
- Live commentary on board
- Canapes
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
