Great for Kids

Kayak with White Herons amongst magnificent rain forest on Okarito Lagoon, New Zealand’s largest untouched wetland. This is an incredible ecological experience with a chance to see many rare native birds in their natural habitats. Kayak hire is available from two hours and guided trips are also available. We recommend and book Okarito Nature Tours.

Fun & informative half day kayak tours and rentals on a pristine rainforest lake with a magnificent alpine & glacier backdrop. Journey across Lake Mapourika and through a hidden estuary to the Okarito State Forest, a primeval remnant of the world during the Jurassic Period and home of the Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary. Quiet and tranquil,

Take a scenic boat or fishing tour on Lake Mapourika. This glacier formed lake boasts incredible mirror-like waters and vistas so crisp you can almost reach out and touch them! Experienced and informative guides provides an engaging commentary, pointing out scenic highlights and wildlife of this glacially formed lake, and the experience is suitable for

Relax in rejuvenating heated pools under a leafy native bush canopy, with three main pools and three private hot pools fed with pure glacier water for you to choose from. Perfect for a soak after a days exploring, the hot pools are a convenient one minute walk from Rainforest, and a wonderful experience all year