Matukituki Valley Safari with Riverside Picnic Lunch
Hit the open road and discover the magnificent Matukituki Valley with a 4WD safari from Wānaka. Between the towering peaks of Mount Aspiring/Tititea and Mount Avalanche, the rolling farmlands and glacial topography welcome you for a thrilling adventure, with your choice of easily accessible nature walks to Wishbone Falls or along Matukituki River. Enjoy a freshly made picnic lunch beside the rolling stream and marvel at the high Rob Roy Glacier before your return to Wānaka.
Inclusions
- Valid for one child (0–14), one adult (15+) or private group up to six people
- Matukituki Valley Safari with Riverside Picnic Lunch
- Explore the Mātukituki Valley by 4WD
- Exclusive off-road access onto Mt Aspiring Station
- Enjoy views of the surrounding mountains and glaciers
- Spot Red Deer, sheep and cattle
- Two optional nature walks: Wishbone Falls (20 minutes) or Matukituki River (30 minutes)
- Freshly brewed coffee and fruit cake at Alpine Café
- Picnic lunch by the riverside
- Hiking poles provided
- Expert local guide sharing knowledge and stories of the Wānaka area
- Available every day: 10am (May – September) & 2pm (October – April)
- Bookings valid to 30 April 2025
Pricing & availability
Wanaka Isite & Edgewater 103 Ardmore Street, Wanaka, OTA
Things to know
- Bookings essential via email to bookings@ridgelinenz.com with your Name, Contact Number and quoting your voucher number
- Book early to secure your desired date and time
- Present printed or smartphone purchase/booking confirmation on arrival
Things don’t always work out, so enjoy peace of mind knowing that the following cancellation options are available to you.
100% refund to your original payment method or credits
- Up to 7 days after purchase
- As long as 24 hours before booking date
Non-refundable
- From 24 hours before the booking date
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Weather appropriate clothing
- Sunglasses
- Water
- Camera
- Any medication you require
Every day
Availability:
- Available every day: 10am (May – September) & 2pm (October–April)
- Not valid: 25, 26 & 31 December 2024 and 1 & 2 January 2025
- Bookings valid to 30 April 2025
- Pick-up/Return Point:
- Wānaka Isite – 103 Ardmore Street, Wānaka 9305, New Zealand
- Edgewater Hotel - 54 Sargood Drive, Wānaka 9192, New Zealand
- Please ensure you are at your pick-up location no later than the scheduled departure time. Late arrivals and no-shows voids offer
Important:
- Suitable for all fitness levels. However, being partly off-road our tracks can be bumpy so please advise if you are pregnant or have any lower back issues ahead of tour
- Lunch and refreshments are included in this tour. Please advise any dietaries at the time of booking
- Please allow approximately 4.5 hours for this experience, including travel time
- Participants aged under 18 must be accompanied by a person aged 18+
Terms & Conditions:
- Itinerary is subject to change depending on availability, weather and road conditions
- Minimum numbers apply for tour to proceed. If a tour fails to satisfy minimum numbers, the trip may be cancelled or rescheduled
- Tour itineraries, routes and stops may change or be cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances, including but not limited to weather conditions, road hazards or mechanical issues
- There are inherent risks in Ridgeline Wānaka off-road adventures and hiking tours. All Ridgeline Wānaka guides are fully trained to identify and minimise risks and follow strict safety guidelines set out in the, externally audited, Safety Management System to minimise risk.
- All Ridgeline Wānaka guides are first aid trained but you also need to know that guides do not carry defibrillators and/or EpiPens. Emergency locator beacons are carried in all vehicles and you will be shown how to operate these during the pre-trip safety briefings (in case you need to get help for your guide). In the event you require medical treatment, help will be up to 1 hour away due to the remote areas Ridgeline Wānaka operates in.
Please Note:
- Bookings for this offer are limited and subject to availability. Not valid with any other offer
- Entire value must be used in one visit; any unused portions will be forfeited, and cannot be used at a later date
Important:
- The destination you are travelling to may have health, insurance and vaccination requirements in place. Please ensure you stay up to date with any requirements prior to your visit.
- We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Full terms and conditions are located on the terms and conditions page of our website.
Ridgeline Wanaka
Since 2008, Ridgeline, founded by Mark Orbell, has offered exclusive high country walks, 4WD safaris, and photography tours in Wānaka. Operating on private back roads of West Wānaka and Dingleburn Stations, Ridgeline Wānaka provides unique experiences with stunning scenery, rich history, and insights into local farming and conservation.