Lake Wanaka Tourism

AMAZING GLACIERS

Try a scenic flght over the Southern Alps for an unforgettable experience.

Image: Southern Alps Air scenic flight around Mt Aspiring.

TAKE TIME TO ENJOY LIFE

Grab a paddle board and go for a paddle on the lake or down the river.

Image: Paddle boarding, Wanaka. Alpine Image Co. Ltd

FOR A UNIQUE VIEW

There's always someone daring enough to take in the view from a different perspective.

Image: Skydiving over Lake Wanaka. Skydive Lake Wanaka

EXPLORE OUR TRACKS

Lake Wanaka is blessed with an amazing network of tracks for mountain biking and walking.

Image: Mountain biking by Meadow Lea Hut, Pisa Range

HAVE A SHOT

Breath deeply, take aim, squeeze the trigger carefully - the art of 0.22 small-bore.

Image: .22 calibre smallbore rifle range at Have A Shot

GET INTO THE WATER

The best way to enjoy our outstanding rivers and lakes is to get into them...

Image: Deep canyoning in the Matukituki Valley. Deep Canyon

SLOW DOWN

Slow down and really see and feel the whole experience - you'll love it!

Image: Tiger Moth flight with Classic Flights

Activities

Lake Wanaka Activities

It is only from the air that the size, scale and majesty of the landscape can be really appreciated. Take a scenic flight, tandem sky dive, paraglide or learn to fly - the choices are endless. Fixed Wing Scenic Flights, Helicopter Scenic Flights, Sky Diving / Paragliding, Learn to Fly

A trip to Wanaka wouldn't be complete without exploring the lake and its many islands or taking a trip down one of the wild rivers. For the daring immerse yourself completely canyoning or white water sledging. Jet Boating, Boat Cruises, Kayaking, Fishing, Rafting, Sailing, Canyoning, Watersports, Whitewater Sledging