Eco Wanaka Adventures

P.O.Box 841, Wanaka, New Zealand

+64-3-443 2869

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Lake Cruise/Walk- Wally Weka -Bag inspection!

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Ranked #2 of 22 tours in Wanaka

62 Reviews

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Owner description: 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... more » Owner description: 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!Lake Wanaka Boat Fishing - for introduced Salmon, Brown and Rainbow Trout.

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Angel166

Toronto

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4 reviews

Reviews in 3 cities

6 helpful votes

“My favourite tour in New Zealand!”

Reviewed 24 May 2012

My husband and I went to New Zealand in December 2011 for our honeymoon. We toured all over the country (both islands), and my favourite tour we did was the Eco Wanaka Adventure, with Chris as our tour guide. From seeing the Moa bird bone that he found to learning about the different types of native plants found on the... More

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Rhys B

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

2 reviews

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“Highly recommened it was Fantastic!!”

Reviewed 19 May 2012

The Eco Wanaka tour with Chris was the highlight of our honeymoon at NZ. His knowldge & care for his patrons was brilliant & we will definately be back again with the family next time! I would recommend this well above Shot Over jet & other expensive tours as real local knowldge & one on one connection to make sure... More

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Hey thanks for the review, we like to tailor make this tour for your tastes, wether it be photography, Birds, plants, views or just beautiful peaceful space.... Just what you needed on your honeymoon. I love showing off this special Island with it's own private serene Lake on top. A very romantic place and perfect for those Honeymoon shots to... More

Lotuseaters42

Auckland Central, New Zealand

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53 reviews

Reviews in 12 cities

17 helpful votes

“Great afternoon cruise and hike”

Reviewed 10 April 2012

We were lucky enough to have a private tour with Chris as we were the only starters in the afternoon. A beuatiful sunny day with a flat lake made it perfect conditions. Chris is enthusiastic and very knowledgeable. The climb on the island not too strenuous and the views well worth it. Wally the Weka whilst a little timid will... More

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Thanks for the glowing review, great to have Kiwis from the busy end of the country see their own contrasting land. I defected south many years ago. This island with it's special and quirky wildlife, and 360 degree views with no houses up or down the Alps and lake around us is a very rare thing in the world these... More

Heather S

Canberra, Australia

2 reviews

Reviews in 2 cities

1 helpful vote

“A unique boat cruise and nature walk”

Reviewed 31 March 2012

Chris Riley from Eco Wanaka Advetures New Zealand provides a fabulous afternoon experience of a boat cruise across the beautiful Lake Wanaka and nature walk on Mou Waho Island with panaramic views of Lake Wanaka and the surrounding mountains and valleys. The tour was fascinating, educative and intriguing. Chris's knowledge of the harsh forces (natural and man-made) that have shaped... More

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Thanks for your kind words, just an update on the gossip of these nosey, naughty flightless birds-Our veteran character, Wally Weka has now finally figured out that the see-through Cookie Box is impenetrable with his beak! -See our website for video. His partner, Sally Weka has been noticably absent from our tea parties, due to suspected incubation period of their... More

827Paul

Charlottesville, Virginia

1 review

“Wonderful and unique island visit”

Reviewed 28 March 2012

Very knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide to island sanctuary Mou Waho, where extremely endangered Bluff Wekas are thriving. Absolutely beautiful and very informative. Next to the Milford Track, the best thing we did in New Zealand.

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Thanks for the comments, and thanks for the rating above all those trips and tours you experienced in NZ- Yes, this really is a unique island, and a pleasure to show its beauty, animals, forest, views and its secrets to you. May you return some day to see the trees blossom. More

BWfromIthaca

Ithaca, New York

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23 reviews

Reviews in 10 cities

4 helpful votes

“Get outdoors in Wanaka”

Reviewed 26 March 2012

I visited Wanaka with my two children, ages 11 and 9, and wanted to get out and do some of the spectacular walks in nearby Mt. Aspiring National Park. I thought about self-guiding -- there are dozens of books with walks at any NZ bookshop and you can pick up a topo map at the DOC office in town --... More

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Thanks for your comments, we all here at Eco Wanaka have a pride in our beauiful area. The Rob Roy Glacier Guided Trek is the Jewel of World Heritage Mt Aspiring National Park, we know all the secret places to sneak off the beaten track for those hidden photo opportunities, our guides are Wanaka long time local outdoor enthusiasts, who... More

target008

Perth, Australia

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27 reviews

Reviews in 17 cities

19 helpful votes

“No man is an Island - except Chris who is two!”

Reviewed 26 March 2012

Initially I was doubtful about this tour. It costs NZD $180 pp to go and see a lake - in New Zealand mind - a place chock a block full of lakes. With islands. With Lakes. What could be more rivetting? As I was dragged along by my beloved to the Marina in Lakeside road , Wanaka, for the 9.00am... More

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Thanks for the description, yes, there are alot of lakes here, but not many with an island with lake on top with islands in it, and when it rains..... A little lake forms on an island on a lake on an island on a lake on an island in the ocean..... A bit like the Russian Dolls set. lots of... More

roger s

invercargill

1 review

“Awesome experience!!”

Reviewed 12 March 2012

Awesome experience, we went on a Friday afternoon and had a great time our Guide made the experience, he was relaxed and imformitive. We are allready playing a return hopefully next year with two more couples. Keep up the good work!

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We will have a tree ready for you to plant when you come back! Great to see some good southern Kiwi Folk seeing how lucky we all are to have a backyard as scenic and unique as this Island in Lake Wanaka! More

Stephen P

White River Junction, Vermont

1 review

“Awfully glad we were pointed here!”

Reviewed 10 March 2012

This was a wonderful excursion with a terrific guide. I am so grateful for having been booked here by our travel agent. I cannot add anything to the accolades already posted except to attest to their veracity.

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Thanks, Stephen, great to have you on board, and great to show you this unique island's secrets-The lake on top of an island, the flightless birds, and the Geckos! More

Alan B

Haywards Heath, United Kingdom

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4 reviews

Reviews in 2 cities

“A Highlight of our New Zealand Holiday”

Reviewed 3 March 2012

The half day spent with Chris was an unforgetable experience. From planting a tree to being followed by the wonderful Waka birds on this special reserve island it was all exceptionally good. We learnt so much from chris who has immense knowledge - and not only of New Zealand ( ask him about Polar bears !)

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Hey, thanks for the glowing comments, these Flightless birds on this island are definitely characters, great for you to get a "heads up" on how their territorial, and quirky personality comes out in their very nosey and comical behavior. Yes-Thank god there are no polar bears on this island, or Antarctica for that matter! Best seen in arctic Canada, but... More