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Summer is an amazing time to do all great outdoor activities in Wānaka, like walking, hiking and biking. Play on the lake with kayaking, paddle boarding, water sports & boating, canyoning or just taking a swim at one of the many beach spots around the lake.

Long daylight hours means the days usually don’t end until well after 9:00 pm, giving you plenty of time to explore Wānaka.

The Summer season in Wānaka runs from the beginning of December to the end of February, with an average temperature of 24°C.

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Instead of playing in the mountains, being on the lake or exploring, there’s lots of other things to do in Wānaka in the summer months.

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Most popular walks
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