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Trip Planner:   South Pacific  /  New Zealand  /  South Island  /  Southland Region  /  Fiordland National Park  /  Te Anau  /  Lake Te Anau

Lake Te Anau, Te Anau

4.6
#4 of 57 in Parks in Southland Region
Water Body · Nature / Park
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The largest body of water on South Island, Lake Te Anau boasts lush surroundings, plenty of aquatic activities, and a series of grand fjords. Carved out by glaciers millions of years ago, the lake features impressive mountain vistas and lies almost entirely within a national park. Hop aboard a kayak or boat tour from a local operator to explore from the water's surface, or hit one of the many surrounding trails through the lake's vast wilderness. Keep your eyes peeled and you may even glimpse the critically endangered takahe, a local flightless bird species. Work out when and for how long to visit Lake Te Anau and other Te Anau attractions using our handy Te Anau trip planner.
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Tours to Lake Te Anau

FROM $64 BOOK WITH VIATOR Te Anau Glow Worm Caves Tour Te Anau Glow Worm Caves Tour
4.5
Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes
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FROM $106 BOOK WITH VIATOR Full-Day Milford Sound Hiking Tour with Cruise Full-Day Milford Sound Hiking Tour with Cruise
5.0
Duration: 9 hours
Tours from $106 ›
FROM $81 BOOK WITH VIATOR Afternoon Te Anau Cruise on Historic Motor Yacht Afternoon Te Anau Cruise on Historic Motor Yacht
5.0
Duration: 3 hours
Tours from $81 ›
FROM $83 BOOK WITH VIATOR Milford Sound Full-Day Tour from Te Anau Milford Sound Full-Day Tour from Te Anau
4.6
Duration: 7 hours 30 minutes
Tours from $83 ›
FROM $81 BOOK WITH VIATOR Morning Tea Cruise on Historic Motor Yacht from Te Anau Morning Tea Cruise on Historic Motor Yacht from Te Anau
5.0
Duration: 3 hours
Tours from $81 ›
FROM $116 BOOK WITH VIATOR Guided Private Milford Sound Day Tour (Cruise Included) Guided Private Milford Sound Day Tour (Cruise Included)
5.0
Duration: 7 to 10 hours
Tours from $116 ›
FROM $81 BOOK WITH VIATOR Champagne Sightseeing Cruise on Lake Te Anau Champagne Sightseeing Cruise on Lake Te Anau
5.0
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Tours from $81 ›
FROM $16 BOOK WITH VIATOR Kepler Track Water Taxi Kepler Track Water Taxi
4.8
Duration: 15 minutes
Tours from $16 ›
FROM $403 BOOK WITH VIATOR Guided Kepler Track Heli Hike Guided Kepler Track Heli Hike
5.0
Duration: 8 hours
Tours from $403 ›

Lake Te Anau reviews

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TripAdvisor traveler rating 4.5
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  • By Maree R
    Stopped down by the jetty where there is a pontoon to swim out to. Lots of kids about so we hopped in a little further down and it was a lovely refreshing swim! There were BBQ facilities and a number....  more
    Stopped down by the jetty where there is a pontoon to swim out to. Lots of kids about so we hopped in a little further down and it was a lovely refreshing swim! There were BBQ facilities and a number....  more »
  • By kim p
    Float plane over te anau on a mystery tour in the south islands only float plane. Absolutely awsome a great chance to see the wonders of the mountains 
    Float plane over te anau on a mystery tour in the south islands only float plane. Absolutely awsome a great chance to see the wonders of the mountains  more »
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Popular things to do in Te Anau

Doubtful Sound ©
Water Body
Doubtful Sound
4.8
Duration: 8 hours
Milford Sound ©
Water Body
Milford Sound
4.8
Duration: 4 hours
Te Anau Glowworm Caves ©
Cave
Te Anau Glowworm Caves
4.4
Duration: 2h 30 min
Kepler Track ©
Hiking Trail
Kepler Track
4.8
Duration: 8 hours

Side trips from Te Anau

Hollyford Track ©
Hiking Trail
Hollyford Track
Fiordland National Park
4.9
Duration: 8 hours
©
Boat Tour
Boat Tours & Water Sports
Milford Sound
4.7
Duration: 2h 30 min
©
Kayaking / Canoeing
Kayaking & Canoeing
Milford Sound
4.4
Duration: 2h 30 min
Routeburn Track ©
Hiking Trail
Routeburn Track
South Island
4.9
Duration: 8 hours

Hidden gems in Te Anau

The Chasm Walk ©
Hiking Trail
The Chasm Walk
4.6
Duration: 1 hour
©
Boat Tour
Boat Tours & Water Sports
4.9
Duration: 2h 30 min
©
Fishing Charter / Tour
Fishing Charters & Tours
4.9
Duration: 2h 30 min
Ivan Wilson Park
Water Body
Ivan Wilson Park
5.0
Duration: 2h 30 min

Nearby attractions in Te Anau

Trips & Tramps ©
Hiking / Camping Tour
Trips & Tramps
4.9
Duration: 4 hours
Fiordland Jet ©
Speed Boats Tour
Fiordland Jet
5.0
Duration: 2h 30 min
Fiordland Tours ©
Private Tour
Fiordland Tours
4.9
Duration: 2h 30 min
Fiordland Cinema ©
Movie Theater
Fiordland Cinema
4.6
Duration: 2h 30 min

Trails in Te Anau

Gertrude Saddle ©
Hiking Trail
Gertrude Saddle
4.9
Duration: 2h 30 min
Lake 2 Lake Trail
Biking Trail
Lake 2 Lake Trail
4.6
Duration: 2h 30 min
Luxmore Hut Track
Hiking Trail
Luxmore Hut Track
4.5
Duration: 4 hours

Tours in Te Anau

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Helicopter Tour
Helicopter Tours
4.7
Duration: 2h 30 min

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