Kayak/Paddleboard & Cruise from Ruby Island

Operates peak season December – March
Can ’t decide between a kayak or a cruise? Pick both! Our Kayak (or paddleboard) and Cruise package is a fun and affordable to get out on Lake Wānaka. Enjoy a comfortable paddle out along the coastline to Ruby Island and spend a couple of hours to relax, have a picnic or explore Wānaka’s closest island. To top it off, take a 10min boat ride back to town. It’s the perfect half-day activity! You’ll pick up your kayak from the Paddle Wānaka waterfront rental van and enjoy an hour paddle out to Ruby Island. It’s a small island, with a 20min loop track, so we suggest taking a picnic, book and towel to relax and enjoy. A powerboat and skipper will pick you up at your designated departure time, and you can enjoy a 10min ride back to town. Looking for something with a bit more action? Check out The Mission. The 4-hour remote kayak rental is for those with a bit of experience looking for a bigger paddling adventure.

Itinerary

Book on to our Kayak and Cruise at either*:
- 9 am
- 12noon
- 3 pm
Head to the waterfront van to get set up with your kayak or stand-up paddleboard. Our waterfront crew will run over what you need to know.
Pick a shuttle departure time (at the waterfront) for either 12noon, 3 pm or 6 pm. Wait at the Ruby Island Jetty at this time and you’ll meet our driver.

*Kayak & Cruise operates in our peak season December – March annually

What to Bring?

You’ll need to take your cell phone for this one in case of emergencies. We also suggest bringing clothes suitable for the day (always pack a jumper), a picnic/water/snacks, plus anything you’d need for a couple of hours chilling on an island. Our double kayaks have a centre hatch for storing a small backpack. *We’ll always provide double kayaks unless there is an odd number of paddlers.

$99

Adult

$85

Child

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