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

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

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

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

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

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Recommended Itineraries

Wanaka Itineraries

To make your life easier and save you the trouble of deciding what to do and see in Lake Wanaka, we've created some itineraries for you based on themes.

Just click the theme to reveal a three day break in Lake Wanaka to suit your purpose or check out these day trips from Wanaka around the area.


World Heritage (3 days) - With Mount Aspiring National Park and the World Heritage Area right on our doorstep, there are plenty of opportunities to explore. view landscape itinerary.	Feeling adventurous (3 days) - Surrounded by the great outdoors, those looking for adrenalin-charged adventures will never run out of things to do in Lake Wanaka. view adventure itinerary

A girls long weekend (3 days) - Want a short break away with your best friends, a bit of exercise, some pampering and retail therapy. view girls weekend itinerary	Family fun (4 days) - Lake Wanaka is a great place to bring the family for an unforgettable holiday. Whether it's one of our unique attractions or the Dinosaur Park on the lakefront. view family fun itinerary

Invigorate your senses (3 days) - With such a stunning visual landscape it's no surprise that Lake Wanaka has a wealth of artists and a food and wine culture just waiting to be enjoyed. view arts and culture itinerary	Romance aplenty (3 days) - Lake Wanaka has been voted in the top ten most romantic places in the world, so what better place to come for a romantic getaway or to plan your Wanaka wedding. view romance itinerary