About Queenstown & Wānaka
Queenstown is a four-season alpine resort wrapped around the shores of Lake Wakatipu and crowned by the appropriately named Remarkables mountain range. It earned its 'adventure capital of the world' title honestly — commercial bungy jumping was invented here.
Just over the Crown Range sits its quieter twin, Wānaka — equally beautiful, more relaxed, and the gateway to Mount Aspiring National Park. Together they offer everything from heart-pumping adrenaline to award-winning wineries.
What to See
Highlights
Skyline Gondola & Luge
Soar above Queenstown for sweeping views of the lake and Remarkables, then luge back down.
Shotover Jet
Iconic 360° spins through the narrow Shotover River canyons at heart-stopping speed.
Central Otago Wineries
World-class Pinot Noir from Gibbston Valley and Bannockburn — perfect for group lunches.
Milford Sound Day Trip
Coach or scenic flight into the famous fjord — one of the most breathtaking journeys on earth.
For Your Group
Signature Experiences
- TSS Earnslaw vintage steamship cruise to Walter Peak
- Wine tour of Gibbston Valley with cellar-door lunch
- Helicopter heli-hike onto a glacier
- Skippers Canyon 4WD adventure
- Winter ski-day at Coronet Peak or The Remarkables
When to Visit
Summer (December–March) for hiking, lakes and wine; winter (June–September) for skiing.
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