Lake Wanaka Islands Cruise

With this boat trip on Lake Wanaka, you'll explore stunning landscapes and walk around either Ruby, Stevensons, or Mou Waho Island.

Lake Wanaka Islands Cruise

When booking this activity, you can select from three different experiences. All start in Roys Bay at the specified times:

Cruise to Ruby Island (1 hour)

Choose this option for a catamaran departure at 1 pm. After approximately 15 minutes of sailing, you'll arrive at Ruby Island. Here, you can disembark to walk around the island and take photos from its viewpoints.

Cruise to Stevensons Island (2 hours)

This option departs from Wanaka at 3 pm and entails a 45-minute sail to Stevensons Island. Once there, you can either join a half-hour guided tour to learn about the native wildlife or explore independently. The views of the Southern Alps from the island will be impressive.

Cruise to Mou Waho Island (3.5 hours)

Meet at 9 am in Wanaka for this option. After sailing to Mou Waho Island, you'll hike for 2 hours to explore its natural features, including a glacier-formed lake. You'll also visit the lookout point for a scenic view and learn about the local flora, fauna, geology, and history.