Embark on a scenic journey from Franz Josef to Wanaka, exploring West Coast beaches and Haast Pass with expert guides. Book your adventure now.
Embark on a scenic journey from Franz Josef to Wanaka, exploring West Coast beaches and Haast Pass with expert guides. Book your adventure now.
- Lake Matheson Walk - The journey continues to Lake Matheson, a paradise for photographers. On a tranquil day, capture the elegant reflection of Mt Cook on this scenic lake. This simple walk offers stunning views of the Southern Alps.
- Bruce Bay - Experience where lush native rainforest meets the vast open ocean. Bruce Bay perfectly highlights…
- Lake Matheson Walk - The journey continues to Lake Matheson, a paradise for photographers. On a tranquil day, capture the elegant reflection of Mt Cook on this scenic lake. This simple walk offers stunning views of the Southern Alps.
- Bruce Bay - Experience where lush native rainforest meets the vast open ocean. Bruce Bay perfectly highlights the beauty of the West Coast!
- Ship Creek Walks - Traveling south along the edge where ancient rainforest meets the sea, a stop at Ship Creek is a must. Feel the sand beneath your feet and the powerful waves of the Tasman Sea. Discover the dunes on an easy 1km walking path.
- Haast - Pause at the Hard Antler for a 45-minute lunch break.
- Thunder Creek Falls - A short 5-minute walk leads to a breathtaking view of Thunder Creek Falls. This 28-meter waterfall, a relic of a once-mighty glacier, cascades from a hanging valley.
- Blue Pools Track - Situated in Mt Aspiring National Park, the Blue Pools are a sight to behold. This easy 3km round trip is well worth the effort to see the stunning blue waters of the Makarora River.
- Lake Hawea Lookout - Traveling east past the beautiful Lake Hawea, pause for a quick photo at a lookout between Lake Wānaka and Lake Hāwea before crossing the impressive Clutha River.
- That Wanaka Tree - Take a stroll to the lakeside for the iconic photo of the Wānaka Tree. Enjoy the beauty of this vast lake, framed by Mt Aspiring and the Southern Alps—a photographer’s paradise, before being dropped off at the Wanaka Lakefront Car Park.

- Lunch
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Fully guided small group tour
- Lunch
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Fully guided small group tour
- On-board restrooms
- Accommodation
- On-board restrooms
- Accommodation
Embark on an unparalleled one-way journey from Franz Josef to Wanaka. This intimate, fully-guided tour leads you from Franz Josef along the breathtaking West Coast beaches, across the magnificent Haast Pass, and through the scenic vistas of Wānaka and Hāwea lakes.
Prepare for a unique and genuine Kiwi adventure with our famously enthusiastic guides,…
Embark on an unparalleled one-way journey from Franz Josef to Wanaka. This intimate, fully-guided tour leads you from Franz Josef along the breathtaking West Coast beaches, across the magnificent Haast Pass, and through the scenic vistas of Wānaka and Hāwea lakes.
Prepare for a unique and genuine Kiwi adventure with our famously enthusiastic guides, celebrated for their captivating stories and extensive local expertise. Travel in contemporary, comfortable minibuses, fully outfitted with amenities to guarantee your comfort and safety throughout the journey.
- Infant seats available to hire for $20 NZD
- Not recommended for travelers with severe mobility difficulties, a moderate amount of walking is involved.
- Tour duration includes travel time between locations
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.