QUEENSTOWN & ARROWTOWN
5.40pm Queenstown
A striking 60 minute drive from Wanaka, Queenstown and Arrowtown lie within the picturesque Wakatipu basin. The region has rugged mountains, majestic lakes, crystal clear air and plenty to do. From bungy jumping to wine trails, jet boating to trekking, dining out to skiing - the hard part is fitting everything in.
Easily accessible from Wanaka across the stunning Cardrona Valley and Crown Range road – the highest paved highway in the country, both Queenstown and Arrowtown have captured the hearts and imaginations since the first Maori came in search of pounamu (greenstone) and the giant Moa bird. More recently gold miners, adventurers, film makers and even Hollywood stars have all been drawn by Queenstown’s intense alpine energy and stunning scenery. Dwarfed by the surrounding mountains, there are amazing views from wherever you are.
Nearby Arrowtown is a combination of striking seasonal changes, historic buildings and quiet charm while Glenorchy is bordered by the World Heritage Area and surrounded by mountains, glacier-fed rivers and beech forest.
A wide range of accommodation options from holiday parks, backpackers, motels, hotels, hosted bed and breakfasts, holiday homes to secluded boutique lodges are available in the region.
A vibrant winter playground for ski and snowboard enthusiasts Queenstown is just as active during the rest of the year with trekking, boating, and a host of adrenaline-pumping thrills the area is famous for. Those after a more relaxing time can indulge in the magnificent scenery and wealth of award-winning vineyards located in Gibbston Valley, explore the area on an arts trail or enjoy a game of golf on one of the area’s world-class courses.
Visit the official Queenstown website
Connecting daily bus services link Wanaka and Queenstown – handy as a transfer from Queenstown Airport to Lake Wanaka.
Click links below to check out availability and make online bookings for Queenstown accommodation and activities:
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Getting to Wanaka is easy. It’s a short, scenic 60-minute drive to Wanaka from the closest international airport, where you will find all major rental car companies and scheduled bus services that provide transport to Wanaka throughout the day.
Queenstown Airport is serviced daily from all major New Zealand airports as well as over 40 flights a week direct from Australia.
Driving on the South Island roads of New Zealand is a great way to experience the region, with relatively quiet roads and some of the most amazing scenery right outside the window.
Major car and campervan hire companies are all located at Christchurch, Dunedin and Queenstown airports. There are also a number of rental car companies based in Wanaka.
Wanaka is unique and captivating; it inspires you to discover, and gives you the freedom to explore.
Located in the stunning alps of the South Island, New Zealand, visitors from around the world are drawn to the Wanaka region by its outstanding beauty.
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