Lake Wanaka Tourism

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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About Us - Lake Wanaka Tourism

Lake Wanaka Tourism is a Regional Tourism Organisation formed in 1993. The organisation is an incorporated Society which is membership based with over 415 member organisations.

A Board of six elected from the membership at the annual general meeting governs Lake Wanaka Tourism. The Chair is Ross McRobie and the other board members are: Lyal Cocks, Duncan Spear, Leigh Stock, Brent Pihama, Jools Hall and Stephanie Pursley.

Lake Wanaka Tourism is managed by a General Manager, James Helmore and is assisted by Tess Hellebrekers (Media Communication Executive) and Geoff Marks (Business Development Executive).

Lake Wanaka Tourism is funded predominantly from a tourism levy determined as a percentage of the commercial and accommodation rate and collected by council on behalf of Lake Wanaka Tourism.

Members are either commercial ratepayers or businesses who pay a subscription levy who have filled out the membership form.

If you would like to become a member of Lake Wanaka Tourism - then please fill out the Membership Application Form and we will contact you.

Membership form

Why Join Lake Wanaka Tourism
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Lake Wanaka Tourism also owns and operates the Lake Wanaka i-SITE Visitor Centre under a seperate limited liability company (Wharf Developments Ltd) and all profits are returned to Lake Wanaka Tourism for promotional purposes.

Visitor Enquiries

Lake Wanaka i-SITE Visitor Centre
The Log Cabin, 100 Ardmore Street, Wanaka
Email: bookings@lakewanaka.co.nz
Phone +64 3 443 1233
Fax +64 3 443 1290

Lake Wanaka i-SITE is your one-stop travel shop for enquiries and bookings for your entire trip. We are the acknowledged experts in providing impartial comprehensive information on local and national activities, transport, and accommodation.

Our enthusiastic, professional consultants will listen to your requests, and provide expert advice and ideas on all options available that suit your requirements. Let our knowledgeable staff be your guide to creating the most memorable holiday ever!

Marketing Office

Lake Wanaka Tourism
Level 3,
99 Ardmore Street
P O Box 147
Wanaka
NEW ZEALAND
Phone +64 3 443 1574
Fax +64 3 443 9238
Email: info@lakewanaka.co.nz