Featured Activities
Breathe in the vistas atop of Mou Waho Island, sip on a relaxing lavender tea during a stroll at the Wānaka Lavender farm, go off-road to explore a high country farm with Ridgeline, and much more.
On the outskirts of town with the mountains as a breathtaking backdrop you’ll find the Wānaka Lavender Farm. In spring it’s a riot for the senses with 20 acres of lush green and mauve lavender fields, daffodils, tulips, rhododendrons, bluebells, wysterias and cherry blossoms. Take a walk, tune out of the busyness of life and tune in to nature with the chanting of birds and the subtle hum of bees as your soundtrack.
Bet you’ve never been on an island, on a lake, on an island, on a lake, on an island in the sea… Mou Waho Island is a protected nature reserve and is home to many native New Zealand birds including the curious and flightless Weka. Eco Wanaka Adventures offer half-day tours to the island, where you will be introduced to breathtaking panoramic views of the Arethusa pool, Lake Wānaka and its surrounding peaks.
Alternatively, Wanaka Water Taxi leaves Wānaka Marina daily, travelling 15km up Lake Wānaka, passing Mou Tapu Island and the steep cliff of Fisherman’s Cove to Mou Waho Island. Best part? Kids are free, which makes it the perfect affordable family adventure out!
Take the road less travelled into the high country with Ridgeline where you can connect with Wānakas’ raw, untouched nature. Enjoy an exclusive and authentic off-road experience with guided walks, farm, photography tours, and off-road experiences. With private alpine mountain farm access, expert local guides and small groups, Ridgeline is a fun and unique adventure for the whole family.
Florence’s Garden Tour is a full sensory experience that connects you with the most outstanding private gardens in Wānaka. If you have a green-thumb or simply want a nature immersion during your stay in Wānaka then this experience is for you. Each tour visits 2 to 4 unique gardens and includes transport, refreshments and a local guide. Tour’s depart daily from October to April.
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