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The Mission - Half Day Self Guided Kayak Tour - Wanaka

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Come for a half day kayak adventure on beautiful Lake Wanaka with Paddle Wanaka!

Come for a half day kayak adventure on beautiful Lake Wanaka with Paddle Wanaka!

Highlights

  • Epic kayaking adventure on the stunning Lake Wanaka
  • No experience required
  • Awe inspiring scenery

Set off with Paddle Wanaka on beautiful Lake Wanaka for a half day self guided adventure.

We use double kayaks so two people per kayak. These are purpose built expedition kayaks, perfect for an adventure

We meet at the lake front right in the centre of town, where you will get a full briefing and a chance to pick up any last minute snacks, before heading to the lake.

We watch the weather to pick the best departure point on the day. Here the instructor will assist you with the equipment and map before letting you get to it and make your way to the meeting point at Roy's Bay.

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Adult $85.00
Child $55.00 (14 years and under)

What's included

  • Kayak & Paddle
  • PFD (Personal Flotation Device)
  • Camera case
  • Comprehensive safety briefing including paddling techniques, itineraries, weather forecasts etc

Location

  • Paddle Wanaka are located on the lake front, opposite the corner of Dungarvon & Ardmore streets, Wanaka. Approximately 1-hour drive from Queenstown.

Restrictions

  • Children must be old enough to sit safely in a van without a car seat..

Child Friendly

  • This experience welcomes families with children.

Notes

  • Important Please Note: This booking requires a minimum of 2 people for the trip to go ahead. Bookings that do not meet this minimum will not be confirmed.

    This is a weather dependent activity and all safety precautions are taken, please keep your phone with you after booking should we need to contact you.

    The area you can explore will vary on your paddling experience and the conditions of the day.

    Don't worry, you don't need to be a pro to handle this trip. All safety precautions are taken and it is manageable by all fitness levels. If booking with children please ensure there is an accompanying adult travelling also.

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

4.6

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kristinr1 from Germany wrote on 15 November 2017

Schön war es

Wir hatten absolutes Kaiserwetter. 4 Stunden waren ausreichend. Ein schöner kleiner Ausflug. Allerdings finde ich den Preis etwas teuer. Im Abel Tasman National Park sind wir 2 ganze Tage Kajak gefahren für 120€ inkl. Rücktransport pro Person.

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From The Mission - Half Day Self Guided Kayak Tour - Wanaka

Thanks for your review, we're glad you enjoyed your Mission kayak on Lake Wanaka. beautiful photo! With regards to the price, we feel it's at a competitive rate considering in Queenstown you'd pay almost $220 for a similar product. We'll certainly take this into consideration when we review our prices. Thanks for your honesty.

Susanne from Germany wrote on 29 November 2016

Ein toller Ausflug.

Wir haben vor Beginn des Trips eine ausführliche Einweisung bekommen mit möglichen Routen. Die sind aber in einem halben Tag, zumindest für Untrainierte nicht zu machen. Wir haben es bis zu einer kleinen Insel im See und an die Ostküste des Sees geschafft und dabei immer einen tollen Ausblick aufs Ufer gehabt. Ein halber Tag reicht aus. Wir waren danach ziemlich platt.

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From The Mission - Half Day Self Guided Kayak Tour - Wanaka

Hi. Thanks for taking the time to review our Mission Trip. It's a great way to get out & take your time to explore what the lake has to offer. I'm glad you had fun! Thanks again for paddling with us.

Simone from United Kingdom wrote on 22 November 2019

A great morning!

Thank you for running this great session. Neither of us had kayaked before, so we're a bit nervous about managing the distance etc without a guide and within the time limit. We needn't have worried as the guy (sorry can't remember his name) explained the map and basic paddling methods. We had an amazing morning paddling around Lake Wanaka, taking in the fantastic views We got out to stop on one of the beaches for a break, but found it a bit tough getting in and out of the water etc so after that, carried straight on to the end. We managed to complete the route in just over 2.5 hrs. In future, I'd take a nice little picnic and rest up a bit more and chill. A highlight of our trip!

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From The Mission - Half Day Self Guided Kayak Tour - Wanaka

Awesome review!! The Mission is certainly a great way to get out & explore Lake Wanaka at your own pace. Sounds like you were charging along as we allow 3-4 hours!! Yes taking a nice little picninc would be a bonus. Thanks for chosing to kayak with us for your very first time!!

aswinkrishnar from New Zealand wrote on 29 December 2018

Amazing

Amazing Experience

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Thanks for your review - short & sweet! Glad you enjoyed The Mission on Lake Wanaka.

Helen from New Zealand wrote on 15 November 2018

Great kayak

Overall a great experience. I liked being dropped off further around the lake so it felt like we had the lake to ourselves. Only negative thing I would say is I can't imagine it would ever take anybody 4 hours to do the kayak - so it really is a 3 hour experience.

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From The Mission - Half Day Self Guided Kayak Tour - Wanaka

Hi Helen, thanks for your review! The Mission is a great option to get out & explore in your own time, which is why we allocate 3-4 hours. Often people stop off for a picnic or a swim allow the way or simply to relax & take in the views. Thanks for chosing us! Paddle Wanaka.

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