Lake Te Anau Cruise: Historic Yacht and Guided Walk

Embark on an elegant afternoon cruise aboard the historic motor yacht ‘Faith’ on Lake Te Anau. Enjoy a guided walk, afternoon tea, and breathtaking views of New Zealand’s scenery.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights

You’ll arrive at the historic wharf on the edge of Lake Te Anau at 1.55pm for a 2pm departure on the ship, Faith. You`ll be met by your crew who will give you a safety briefing, and an order of events for your cruise. The crew will cast off and give you time to explore the ship. You’ll be offered tea and coffee once under way, and either have a chance…

What's Included
  • Local guide
  • Live commentary on board
  • Afternoon tea
  • Light refreshments
  • Local taxes
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information

Embark on a sophisticated journey aboard the historic ‘Faith’ motor yacht on Lake Te Anau. Indulge in a laid-back 3-hour voyage that encompasses a guided exploration of the Fiordland National Park, an enjoyable afternoon tea and beverages, and the pleasure of sailing home. You’ll be attended by three uniformed crew members during your time aboard and…

Location
85 Lakefront Drive
Lakefront Drive
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Melinda_s
May 2, 2025
FAITH - An excellent experience - We had a great experience, the crew and skipper where lovely and very informative, the boat was great, overall we had a very enjoyable experience well worth taking this cruise.
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Brianef9291us
Apr 16, 2025
Great day out - Great day, beautiful boat, crew amazing and very obliging, as well as snacks served individually on a plate and a cold beer, topped off by picture perfect views a nice bush walk and a bagpipe solo to end the trip. Would highly recommend
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Meander439710
Apr 5, 2025
Don’t miss this in Te Anau! - We had a wonderful cruise on this lovely boat with Adam, Megan and the very capable Sophie. Loved the canapés! The boat itself is divine and Adam and Megan’s enthusiasm for both the boat and the area is infectious. Don’t miss this in Te Anau!
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Janefmcgovern
Apr 1, 2025
Perfection on MY Faith - An amazing day on board MY Faith, an historical gem with an incredible history. Thank you to Adam and Megan for making this day so memorable. It was a perfect balance of hospitality and time for reflection on board, admiring and absorbing the scenery. Adam and Megan were passionate about sharing the history of MY Faith and their love of Te Anau. They were the perfect hosts. Don’t forget to ask Adam to play his bagpipes! We would thoroughly recommend this stunning trip - come sunshine or cloud !
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Peterhl71qv
Mar 6, 2025
Great Te Anau experience - Adam is the owner,captain and very nice guy. Provided a great venue, easy motor across the Lake and up one arm. Then short walk thru bush to upper lake. All the while providing interesting history and facts of area and the motor sailing vessel. We also encountered some very friendly bird life on our walk. Small group, which made for an even more intimate experience. Topped off by being a beautiful day.. thanks to all that day and highly recommend Fiordland Historic Cruises, peter
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Jacobsu3650ip
Mar 5, 2025
A must for Fjordland visitors! - Thank you Megan and Adam! We'd recommend a trip aboard Faith to anyone, especially if you're looking for a cruise that offers a little something extra compared to larger outfits. Adam and Megan were fantastic hosts - entertaining, approachable, engaging and exceptionally knowledgeable. They combined their passion for the history of Faith (the boat), with Fjordland's incredible nature and geology with the easy atmosphere of a small-group tour for a truly unforgettable experience. A must for Fjordland visitors.
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Joanne_s
Feb 28, 2025
Had the very best... - Had the very best afternoon. Great fun and good value. Fantastic yacht and a Captain that was passionate about his boat and ensuring his visitors had a brilliant trip.
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Dharmaji
Feb 19, 2025
Wonderful lake cruise - Beautiful and intimate cruise on Lake Te Anau. A great way to experience the lake away from the crowds of fellow tourists. Adam is a fantastic captain and host; welcoming and knowledgeable. His first mate, John, the same. It was amazing to see Lake Te Anau from this perspective. The nature hike was short, but beautiful. Highly recommend!
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Speedylee
Feb 14, 2025
Beautiful tour! - Wonderful tour to experience Te Anau! Adam, Megan, and Sophie were wonderful hosts/crew for the scenic cruise+ guided walk. This was a personalized tour with individual attention/service, and it is obvious that Adam and Megan have dedicated tremendous time and effort into making this a top experience in Fjordland! We lucked out with a picture-perfect day, enjoyed the drinks and snacks, and appreciated the stories and surprises along the way, as well. Highly recommend that you make time to experience Faith during your visit to Te Anau!
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Dianeclincoln
Feb 14, 2025
Perfect afternoon trip - We had a perfect afternoon with skipper Adam, assisted by Megan. They welcomed us warmly and were perfect hosts. The cruise along Lake Te Anau was stunning and we had ☀️ and blue skies. We enjoyed drinks on route to our woodland walk led by Megan. A very interesting walk in ancient forest. Then back to the boat for delicious canapés and drinks. Adam spent time sharing the history of the boat which was built in Scotland. Near the end of the trip he surprised us all playing Scottish tunes on his bagpipes! Highly recommend and many thanks for a great experience.
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From $86
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).