Waiau River Water Taxi

KEPLER Tramper pick up/drop ALONG THE WAIAU RIVER

Pricing

Groups of 4 or more – $125 per person

Private groups of 1-3 people – $500 (book out the boat as a private charter)

If we can join your group with another group of individuals to make up a group of 4 or more, then you will only be charged $125 / person unless you wish to book out the boat as a private charter.

Spice up your tramping experience on the Kepler Track Great Walk with a scenic jet boat ride at the front end or back end of your tramp. This is a great option for trampers completing the entire track or day walkers looking to do a one way hike along the Kepler Track that follows the Waiau River between the Lake Te Anau control gates and the Mouth of the Waiau River.

  • Pick up / drop off times agreed upon at the time of booking

  • Please note that this service does not include vehicle transport to or from your accommodations but this can be arranged with ample prior notice. Get in touch with us to discuss your plans and we’ll let you know the best options.

  • Add on an hour or two of fishing as part of your water taxi experience, starting at $300 for two anglers. Get in touch to find out more about availability and how it works

  • Add a Gourmet Riverside BBQ to your river trip, prepared by your guide with local produce, starting at $250

  • Pick ups close to the Shallow Bay hut involve a short 10 minute walk to the Waiau River Mouth

Lake2Lake Cycle Trail Transfers

Pricing

Groups of 4 or more – $125 per person

Private groups of 1-3 people – $500 (book out the boat as a private charter)

If we can join your group with another group or individuals to make up a group of 4 or more, then you will only be charged $125 / person unless you wish to book out the boat as a private charter.

Complete your cycle trail adventure with a scenic jet boat river journey.

The trail length is around 19km starting from the township of Te Anau, running alongside the lake then meets up with the upper Waiau River.  Someday soon this trail will be extended all the way to the beautiful Lake Manapouri but for now the trail ends at Balloon Loop, around half way down the river.  The trail can be run, walked or biked and it is ideal for all ages and abilities as not only is it nice and wide at 2.2-2.5m but is rated a Grade 2 Easy.

This trail is worth spending some time on and you can bike some of it or all of it depending on how much time you have.  There are a range of transport and bike hire options in town including e-bikes, so how you tackle this one is up to you.

A great way to experience the trail is to bike down and enjoy a jetboat journey back up river to experience the landscapes you have enjoyed looking at on the way down.

Our custom designed bike rack makes the most of the space in the jet boat, so you can sit back in a comfy seat and enjoy a scenic ride along the river.

  • Pick up / drop off times agreed upon at the time of booking

  • Add a Gourmet Riverside BBQ to your river trip, prepared by your guide with local produce, starting at $250

  • Add on an hour or two of fishing as part of your water taxi experience, starting at $350 for two anglers. Get in touch to find out more about availability and how it works

Pick up / Drop off beside the Waiau River on the true left bank at the Te Anau Control Gates and Ballon Loop