Cruise scenic Lake Te Anau waters
Te anau, New Zealand • 
Must Do
Must Do
Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Dec
8°C – 21°C, warm and pleasant with moderate rainfall, high crowds, peak season
8°C – 21°C, warm and pleasant with moderate rainfall, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
No
Wheelchair accessible; seating available; no stairs or hiking.
Wheelchair accessible; seating available; no stairs or hiking.
Value for money
Medium
Pricing is unclear, but experience quality is high.
Pricing is unclear, but experience quality is high.
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Summarised by AI
Romantic Getaway
Couples loved the serene waters and stunning Fiordland vistas. Perfect for a romantic escape.
Intimate Experience
Travelers raved about the small group sizes, making it a very personal experience.
Breathtaking Scenery
Couples were blown away by the untouched landscapes. A truly memorable experience.
Weather Dependent
Some couples found their cruise was cancelled due to the unpredictable weather conditions.
Limited Accessibility
Some vessels may not be ideal for those with mobility issues, so check in advance.
Pricey Experience
Pricing is not readily available, but may be considered a premium experience by some travelers.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
Closed
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
HIGH
10-20°C
Warm temperatures with average highs around 20°C and moderate rainfall.
Warm temperatures with average highs around 20°C and moderate rainfall.
Open
High demand may lead to limited availability; advance booking is essential.
High demand may lead to limited availability; advance booking is essential.
Recommended
December's warm weather and festive atmosphere make it a popular time for cruises, but expect higher prices and larger crowds.
December's warm weather and festive atmosphere make it a popular time for cruises, but expect higher prices and larger crowds.
January
HIGH
8-21°C
Warm and pleasant with moderate rainfall.
Warm and pleasant with moderate rainfall.
Open
High demand; early booking recommended.
High demand; early booking recommended.
Recommended
January offers warm temperatures and is part of the peak tourist season. Cruises are highly popular, leading to higher prices and limited availability. Early booking is advised.
January offers warm temperatures and is part of the peak tourist season. Cruises are highly popular, leading to higher prices and limited availability. Early booking is advised.
February
HIGH
8-21°C
Warm and pleasant with moderate rainfall.
Warm and pleasant with moderate rainfall.
Open
High demand; early booking recommended.
High demand; early booking recommended.
Recommended
February continues the warm weather and peak tourist season. Cruises remain popular, with higher prices and limited availability. Early booking is advised.
February continues the warm weather and peak tourist season. Cruises remain popular, with higher prices and limited availability. Early booking is advised.
March
MEDIUM
7-18°C
Mild temperatures with moderate rainfall.
Mild temperatures with moderate rainfall.
Open
More availability as crowds decrease.
More availability as crowds decrease.
Recommended
March offers mild temperatures and marks the transition from peak to shoulder season. Cruises are more readily available, and prices may be more favorable.
March offers mild temperatures and marks the transition from peak to shoulder season. Cruises are more readily available, and prices may be more favorable.
How to get there
Boat
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required