Water Activities
Glenorchy sits at the head of beautiful Lake Wakatipu. Two glacier fed braided rivers - The Rees & The Dart - feed into Lake Wakatipu right by town. There are some local water activities that allow you to explore
and access remote areas by water. Here are some of our recommendations.
(Booking in advance is recommended, especially during the busy season)
and access remote areas by water. Here are some of our recommendations.
(Booking in advance is recommended, especially during the busy season)
Jet Boating
Dart River Jet Safaris
Dart River Wilderness Jet
Contact: 03 442 9992
- Spectacular Journey Deep into Mt. Aspiring National Park
- Over 1 Hour of Exhilerating Jet Boating
- 30 Minute Forest Walk - Learn About Flora, Fauna, History
- Back Road Tour - See Lord of The Rings Movie Locations
- The Only Jet Boat Operator Permitted to Access the Dart River
- Departs Twice Daily
Contact: 03 442 9992
Kayaking & Funyaking
Rippled Earth Kayaking - Lake Wakatipu
Rippled Earth Kayaking
Contact: 03 442 9904
- Guided Kayak Safaris on Lake Wakatipu
- Kayak to Pigeon Island - Land on a Secluded Beach
- Guided Walk Through Native Beech Forest on the Island
- Photograph Endangered Bird Life Including the New Zealand Weka
- Refreshments Included
- Sunset Kayak with Dinner at Kinloch Lodge Option Available
- Kayaking & Horseback Riding Combo Option Available
- Operates October through April
Contact: 03 442 9904
Dart River Funyaks - Glenorchy NZ
Dart River Funyaks
Contact: 03 442 9992
- 1 Hour of High Speed Jet Boating Deep into Mt. Aspiring National Park
- Drift Back Down The Dart River - Exploring Chasms and Side Streams
- Back Road Tour - See Lord of The Rings Movie Locations
- Professional, Friendly Guides
- Full Day Activity - Allow 7 Hours (Glenorchy Departure)
- Picnic Lunch Included
- Operates Year Round
Contact: 03 442 9992
Canyoning
Routeburn Canyoning - Glenorchy NZ
Canyoning.co.nz
Contact: 03 441 3003
- Jump, Swim, Slide, Abseil & Zipline through Stunning Canyons
- 2 Local Options: Routeburn Canyon & Earnslaw Heli Canyon
- Exclusive Access to These Remote Canyons
- All Necessary Gear Provided
- No Experience Necessary, Just Decent Fitness Levels
- Full Day Activity
- Operates October through April
Contact: 03 441 3003
Guided Fly Fishing
Southern Trout - Fly Fishing Glenorchy NZ
Southern Trout
Contact: 03 442 9401
- Guided Fly Fishing Trips
- Individually Tailored Packages to Suit Your Needs
- Hiking & Helicopter Options Available
- Single or Multi Day Options
- Magnificent Scenery
- Extensive Local Knowledge
- Over 30 Years Experience Fishing in the Region
- Season: October through April
Contact: 03 442 9401
