Lake Wanaka, New Zealand: Find Wanaka activities & Wanaka accommodation

INDEPENDENT PASSION

We're keen to keep the character, Kiwi flavour and passion in our community. We'll do our utmost to champion owner operators.

Image: Hiker on top of Mt Roy. Garrick Cameron

OPEN SPACES

The freedom to explore is a rare thing in today's world. Lake Wanaka is a spectacular natural playground, one which we're committed to.

Image: Boating on Lake Wanaka. Camilla Stoddart

PRISTINE ENVIRONMENT

We feel a strong responsibility to protect the incredible environment in Lake Wanaka. We'll never take it for granted.

Image: Swimming in Lake Wanaka. Camilla Stoddart

GENUINE HOSPITALITY

We're genuinely excited about sharing our local knowledge so you can make the most of your time and come to love Lake Wanaka as much as we do.

Image: Spa bath, Lake Wanaka. Fredrik Larsson

VIBRANT COMMUNITY

Our locals come from around the corner or the other side of the world. In Lake Wanaka, when you visit, you can live and feel like a local for a few days, a season or forever. It's in the community spirit.

Image: Preschool children at daycare, Cardrona Alpine Resort

A STUNNING PLACE TO LIVE

If you're into the outdoors then there is no better place to visit or live than Wanaka...

Image: Wanaka nestled on the shores of the lake.Credit: Gilbert van Reenen

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South Island Itineraries

Dunedin to Queenstown and Wanaka

Christchurch to Invercargill via West Coast	Nelson to Queenstown via West Coast	Christchurch to Wanaka & Queenstown via Mt Cook
Wanaka to Queenstown	Queenstown to Milford Sound	Dunedin return via Oamaru, Queenstown and Catlins
Blenheim to Nelson		Back to South Island Itineraries

The Southern Scenic Route

Ever wanted to go to the end of the road? Exploring New Zealand's "Deep South" will take you on a rewarding journey where you'll feel the beat of Southland's heartland.

Wild abandoned beaches, small country towns and the iconic Milford Sound and Queenstown - a journey for those looking for something a bit different.

Depart Dunedin to the Catlins - 2 hours, 136 km

Don't miss - Jacks Blowhole – Surat Bay petrified fossils – Tunnel Hill - Purakaunui Falls – Kaka Point – Yellow eyed penguins at Curio Bay
Overnight at Papatowai, Kaka Point or Surat Bay

Depart Catlins to Milford Sound - 5 hours, 384 km

Don't miss - stunning coastal scenery – gift shops at Winton – a coffee at Five Rivers Café – tussock country coming into Te Anau – the Homer Tunnel – scenic stopping points
Overnight in Milford Sound on a boat – an experience not to be missed!

Depart Milford Sound to Queenstown - 4.15 hours, 291 km

Don't miss - a trip up the Skyline Gondola - a ride in a jet – a trip on the steamship TSS Earnslaw
Overnight in Queenstown

Depart Queenstown to Wanaka - 1 hour, 67 km

Don't miss - wine tasting at Amisfield - or a bungy jump – visit historic Arrowtown – or a drink stop at the historic Cardrona Hotel
Overnight in Wanaka