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Glacier Country Lake Tours

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Features

Child Friendly
Courtesy Transfers
Beginners
Fishing
Toilets
Game Fishing Chair
Sundeck
7 Days/Week
Hat
Sunglasses
Video Camera/Camera

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Glacier Country Lake Tours operates sightseeing and wildlife eco-cruises across the untouched beauty of Lake Mapourika (Flower of the Dawn), offering a safe, tranquil and easy adventure operating all year round in most weather conditions.

Lake Mapourika eco-cruises and wildlife scenic boat trips in Franz Josef, South Westland for daily lake tours, nature excursions and private cruise charters for bird watching, fishing and viewing Franz Josef Glacier flora & fauna in a World Heritage area.

Located just a short drive from the famous Franz Josef Glacier and Franz Josef village, Lake Mapourika is the largest lake in South Westland and its water reflections are almost as beautiful as those in the world renowned Lake Matheson.

Glacier Country Lake Tours

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Tours: Operating up to 6 trips per day, Glacier Country Lake Tours will collect you from your Franz Josef accommodation for the short journey to Lake Mapourika and the delightful cruise vessel, the Hanna-K. With seating for only 24 passengers and loads of large viewing windows and covered outdoor viewing platform, there is plenty of opportunities to view the native flora, fauna and bird life while enjoying a complimentary hot drink and light snack as you listen to an engaging commentary as we point out scenic highlights and wildlife on this 90 minute Lake Tour.
Vessel Attributes: Game Fishing Chair, Sundeck
Operating Times: 7 Days/Week
Suitable for: Beginners
What to Bring/Wear: Hat, Sunglasses, Video Camera/Camera
Activities: Fishing
Transfers: Courtesy Transfers
Family Friendly: Child Friendly
Vessel Equipment: Toilets