Kayaking and paddle boarding on Lake Wānaka with Lakeland Wanaka and Paddle Wānaka leaves from the Ardmore Street waterfront, where both hire kayaks and boards and Paddle Wānaka also runs guided kayak tours. Bookably lists 4 places to stay in the area around Wānaka.
Operators for kayaking and paddle boarding on Lake Wānaka
- Lakeland Wanaka Kayak and paddle board hire, from the Wanaka Wharf on the Ardmore Street waterfront.
- Paddle Wānaka Guided kayak tours and kayak and paddle board hire, from its trailer on the Ardmore Street waterfront.
Listed in alphabetical order. Bookings are made with each operator, not through Bookably, and this list may not be complete.
Good to know about kayaking and paddle boarding on Lake Wānaka
- Lakeland Wanaka and Paddle Wānaka both say anyone using their kayaks or boards alone must be over sixteen, and anyone younger must be accompanied by a caregiver or supervised by one from the beach.
- Lakeland Wanaka and Paddle Wānaka both say people hiring a kayak or board in Roys Bay do not need to be able to swim, because life jackets are provided, but must be comfortable floating in the water, and Paddle Wānaka asks non-swimmers to stay close to the lakefront.
- Paddle Wānaka's self guided one way trip, The Mission, is not for children under twelve or for people who are not confident swimmers.
- Paddle Wānaka says its guided kayak tour of Roys Bay needs no experience.
- Paddle Wānaka gives its summer hours as October to March, shorter hours in April and September, and says it is closed from May through August.
Details checked November 2026. Confirm with the operator before you book.
Places to stay near Wānaka
Wanaka Family Chalet | Sun & Views | Sleeps 10
Luggate, Wānaka
Sleeps: 10
Beds: 8
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 1