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4-hour Lake Mapourika Kayak and Hike adventure, with Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary
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4-hour Lake Mapourika Kayak and Hike adventure, with Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary
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- 24 hours prior100% refund
- Within 24 hoursNo refund
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
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(888) 651-9785
4 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Good for avoiding crowds
Overview
Discover the natural wonders of Lake Mapourika on this 4-hour kayaking adventure. Paddle around the lake against a backdrop of the Franz Josef Glacier, head ashore for a hike around the Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary, and learn more about New Zealand’s famous Kiwi birds.
- 4-hour Lake Mapourika Kayak and Hike adventure
- Paddle around Lake Mapourika on a kayak and enjoy views of the Franz Josef Glacier
- Easy level tour suitable for participants of average fitness
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What's Included
National Park fees
Beverages (tea/coffee)
Local guide
Equipment
Complimentary photos
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Coffee and/or Tea
Meals (please pack your own small snack or lunch)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Departure & Return
This operator has two meet-up options available. You can either meet at the departure point below or select a location for pick-up.
Lake Mapourika Recreational Area , Waiho 7886, New Zealand
Please be here 15 minutes early.
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Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum child age is 4 years
- Wear loose comfortable clothing, jeans are not recommended. We do our best to keep you dry.
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
- OPERATED BY Franz Josef Wilderness Tours
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Learn more about cancellations.
Frequently Asked Questions
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during 4-hour Lake Mapourika Kayak and Hike adventure, with Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary?
A:The policies on sanitization are:
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Q:
What is the social distancing policy during 4-hour Lake Mapourika Kayak and Hike adventure, with Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary?
A:The policies on social distancing are:
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
Q:
What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during 4-hour Lake Mapourika Kayak and Hike adventure, with Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary?
A:The policies on staff health & safety are:
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
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Kayak To An Exclusive Sanctuary & Cafe!
Simon_L
, Jan 2020
Assigned a very knowledgeable and friendly guide (Becks). We were lucky to be in a small group, so we had much dedicated time. Becks brought us to a little island in the lake for a short walk to the lake "cafe"! Learnt quite a bit about the flora and fauna during the walk. Sandflies are not an issue at all once in the lake and on the little island. Highly recommend! Sweet ending was when quality photos were included in the package!
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