Top 7 Nature & Wildlife Tours in Wanaka, South Island

Eco Wanaka Lake, Island and Mountain Adventures offers - Lake Cruise & island Walk - Rare flightless birds, a magical lake on top of an island and a unique opportunity to plant a native tree as part of this eco-experience. Rob Roy Glacier Guided Trek - The World Heritage area's Jewel, Rob Roy has it all! Swingbridge, Rainforest, waterfalls, icefalls, and comical Keas all in one day! Walk in "THE HOBBIT's" footsteps - The Misty Mountains Heli Hike starts at 2100m, on the very set that was used in all 3 trilogies - With 3 "Lord of the Rings" film sites also seen from this paramount site. Magical panoramas can be seen from this commanding site from the movie featured, glacier cloaked Mt Aspiring at 3033m to the Laketown of Wanaka far below! 1400m above worry level- The Alpine Lakes Heli Hike is a pure wilderness experience- 3 pristine emerald clear lakes with a commanding view of the Matukituki Valley - As easy or as challenging as you like, this incredible World Heritage area is part of the glaciated Mt Aspiring National Park. Just stunning photographic views!

New Zealand's ultimate alpine mountain-farm adventure. The perfect mix of Wanaka's breath-taking scenery, history, heritage and farming life. This will be a genuine highlight of your New Zealand holiday.

Deep Canyon canyoning adventures are a journey unlike any other! Open from 1 Oct until 30 April each New Zealand summer. Get in touch with our beautiful natural world and see beauty you’ve only dreamed of. Experience the raw power inside the waterfalls contrasted with the tranquility of deep, forested pools; from sculptural rock-scapes to glowing green moss droplets, you will be immersed in a world you never knew existed. And talk about fun! Challenge yourself in ways you’ve never imagined. Plunge down water polished chutes and abseil down waterfalls. Jump off cliffs! Climb, swim and float through an amazing world of water- sculpted rock, deep clear pools and spectacular waterfalls. We specialise in hands-on trips with a high level of personal satisfaction and our focus is strongly on good humour! Amazing places, interesting challenges, friendly people and Great Big Fun!

Personalise your travel to New Zealand and the South Island through the professional and reliable consultants at The New Zealand Adventure Company. Experience parts of New Zealand that many rarely travel. The New Zealand Adventure Company will enhance your New Zealand wilderness travel whatever your budget, whilst making sure that every opportunity for a truly unique New Zealand adventure is found. Choose from one of our pre packaged experiences or have us customise your personal experience in the South Island of New Zealand.

Half and full day guided canyoning, located between Wanaka and Haast, in Mount Aspiring National Park. Trek through native forest to access the canyon then descend these truly magnificent waterways by down climbing, abseiling, sliding, jumping and swimming in crystal clear water. Discover a real sense of journey and adventure. Come and join us for your next fun-filled wilderness experience.

Professional New Zealand hunting guide service. From basic hunting safaris to advanced several day hunting trips. Custom safari hunting packages allow you to tailor a safari to your interest, skill level, and athletic ability.