Central Otago Attractions and Activities
Once the scene of a mighty gold rush, now Otago is appreciated for its powerful, moody landscape. Learn the history of Central Otago while you find its special places. more
Central Otago has many tourist attractions and travel activities with something to suit all ages and budgets. From adrenaline-pumping adventure to a relaxing day out, you need never be bored in Central Otago.
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ALPINE WINE TOURS - Queenstown
ALPINE WINE TOURS - Queenstown
Mobile-friendly - Join Alpine Wine Tours on our daily wine tours which are exclusively for adults only to allow you to relax and unwind. Choose from our Lunch or Afternoon Wine Tour with a small group of up to 11 wine lovers. Be transported in our luxurious Mercedes Sprinters with your qualified wine guide and convenient hotel pick up and drop off. Quote Promo Code NZTG20 when booking and save $20pp.
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- +64 21 0293 7491
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- 0508 QUEENSTOWN (Free call - only within NZ)
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- Queenstown, New Zealand
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ALTITUDE TOURS - Queenstown
ALTITUDE TOURS - Queenstown
Mobile-friendly - Daily guided wine & craft beer tours from Queenstown to the best Central Otago wineries in our top-of-the-range fleet of luxury Mercedes vehicles. Altitude is not just about wine, we also run half-day scenic tours to Glenorchy from Queenstown. Private charters for families and small groups wanting a more personalised experience. Popular destinations include Te Anau & Milford Sound. Quote Promotional Code NZ20 when you book direct to save $20 pp on each tour.
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APPELLATION WINE TOURS - Queenstown
APPELLATION WINE TOURS - Queenstown
Mobile-friendly - With over 20 years of experience, join award-winning Appellation Wine Tours and discover wines, history and sights of Central Otago’s premier cool climate wine region. Departing from Queenstown and offering daily, private and combination tours. Let our Expert Wine Guides take you for a memorable day out in Central Otago wine country. Enter Promo Code NZGUIDE when booking direct & save $20pp on any daily or private tour! Combo tours excluded.
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- +64 3 442 6920
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- +64 27 601 5553
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- Queenstown, New Zealand
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ASPIRING HELICOPTERS WHARE KEA CHALET - Wanaka
ASPIRING HELICOPTERS WHARE KEA CHALET - Wanaka
A 15-minute scenic flight with Aspiring Helicopters will take you to Whare Kea Chalet, a luxurious accommodation option and a spectacular base for those looking for the ultimate alpine adventure. This exclusive alpine venue and its surrounding adventures can be enjoyed year round by friends, families and small groups. In winter, it's the perfect base for heli skiing.
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- +64 3 443 7152
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- 2211 Mt Aspiring Road, Wanaka, New Zealand
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AWARUA GUIDES - South West New Zealand
AWARUA GUIDES - South West New Zealand
A wilderness adventure of a lifetime. Enjoy an exceptional helicopter flight, then surf, hike, SUP, kayak, dive & fish for fantastic foods. Stay amongst incredible coastal wilderness, amazing chef & fun local guides to ensure the best possible stay. Our tailored adventures depart from Queenstown, with aditional options from Milford Sound and Haast in South Westland.
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AWESOME TOURS - Dunedin
AWESOME TOURS - Dunedin
Mobile-friendly - Experience the awesome sights and beauty of Southern NZ. Showcasing the Heritage and Wildlife capital of NZ - Dunedin. Choose between small-group package tours, daily tours, shore excursion tours or design your own tour. Experienced and knowledgeable driver/guides look after all your needs. Recipient of Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence last 7 years, member of Trip Advisors Hall of Fame.
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- +64 27 431 0989
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- 50 The Octagon, Dunedin, New Zealand
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BANNOCKBURN WALKS - Otago
BANNOCKBURN WALKS - Otago
A 2 hour loop walk and mountain bike through the Bannockburn Sluicings. View the historic relics that lie amongst the spectacular cliffs and pinnacles that have been sculpted by hydraulic mining.
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BIKEAHOLIC - Queenstown
BIKEAHOLIC - Queenstown
Mobile-friendly - A dedicated 100% mountain bike shop in Queenstown New Zealand, Bikeaholic is your local bike store for servicing, bike hire and sales. Owned and operated by mountain bikers for mountain bikers, Bikeaholic proudly stocks in store and online the latest brands (Kona, Lapierre, Merida, Yeti, Mavic, DHaRCO, IXS) at great prices.
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BIKE IT NOW! - Clyde, Central Otago
BIKE IT NOW! - Clyde, Central Otago
Mobile-friendly - Bike It Now!'s Cycle company is based in Historic Clyde, Central Otago. Our expertise on all the Central Otago trails is well recognised. Our one stop Cycle Shop includes; retail, hire, workshop and tour planning. Our team prides itself on being cycle specialists, delivering premium customer service, and superior knowledge. Open 7 days, because - "We are all about you!"
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- +64 3 449 2228
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- 0800 245 366 (0800 BIKE NOW) (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 25 Holloway Street, Historic Clyde, Otago, New Zealand Make an Enquiry
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BLUE LAKE WALKS - St Bathans, Otago
BLUE LAKE WALKS - St Bathans, Otago
Enjoy one of the walks around historic, man-made Blue Lake in St Bathans and view sluicings and gold mining remains. Experience the conditions that the miners had to work in: searing hot summers and freezing cold winters.
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BURN COTTAGE RETREAT - Cromwell, Central Otago
BURN COTTAGE RETREAT - Cromwell, Central Otago
Luxury, self-contained accommodation for discerning couples. Set amongst 24acres of beautiful gardens, tranquility and privacy is assured, along with great hospitality and relaxation. Cottages have own carport, BBQ and deck. Cromwell / Lake Dunstan within 3km and close to excellent vineyards and cycle / walking trails. 40min to Wanaka or Queenstown. Highly recommended by TripAdvisor, Booking.com and Lonely Planet.
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- +64 3 445 3050
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- +64 27 208 8565
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- 168 Burn Cottage Road, Cromwell, Central Otago, New Zealand
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CANYON EXPLORERS CLIMBING - Queenstown
CANYON EXPLORERS CLIMBING - Queenstown
Mobile-friendly - Experience the pure adventure, exhilaration and sense of achievement as you climb using our via ferrata system, in one of New Zealand’s most dramatic scenic settings – only minutes from downtown Queenstown!
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- +64 3 441 3003
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- Adventure Centre, 39 Camp St, Queenstown, New Zealand
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CRIFFEL STATION FARM TOURS - Wanaka
CRIFFEL STATION FARM TOURS - Wanaka
Mobile-friendly - 4WD High Country Adventure - The Criffel Station team would love to show you around our 'high country' world. Join us for an unforgettable South Island NZ experience. Unbelievable views! Farm tours: Enjoy an informative and hands-on introduction to deer farming, beekeeping and authentic Kiwi farm life
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- +64 3 443 1034
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- +64 27 545 9970
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- 9 Mount Barker Rd, Luggate, Central Otago, New Zealand Make an Enquiry
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CROSSFIRE WANAKA
CROSSFIRE WANAKA
Mobile-friendly - Enjoy a unique combination of shooting challenges: clay bird & target shooting, archery, mini golf, driving range & battlefield. The thing to do in Wanaka! Crossfire Wanaka, located in Criffel Junction is just a short 10 minute drive from Wanaka.
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CYCLE VENTURES - Oamaru
CYCLE VENTURES - Oamaru
Explore the 300km Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail with Vertical Ventures - from 1 to 7 days. Heli-biking on the Mt Dasher High Country Station in the Kakanui Mountains. Biking tours in Oamaru and North Otago region. Avanti cycle hire. Rock climbing adventure packages - Elephant Rocks & sea cliffs.
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DART STABLES - Glenorchy, Queenstown
DART STABLES - Glenorchy, Queenstown
Mobile-friendly - For over 20 years, Dart Stables has been offering visitors to the area the opportunity of exploring Glenorchy and Paradise. Dart has gained a well-earned reputation for providing memorable horse riding in this stunning part of New Zealand. Riding through Lord of the Rings country is an experience you'll remember for a lifetime.
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- +64 3 442 5688
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- 0800 4 RIDING (0800 474 3464) (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 58 Coll Street, Glenorchy, New Zealand
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EXPLORE LIFE LUXURY CAMPING (GLAMPING) - NATIONWIDE
EXPLORE LIFE LUXURY CAMPING (GLAMPING) - NATIONWIDE
We create memorable glamping events that will be cherished forever. Whether you're after a remote bell-tent hotel or a romantic picnic for two by the river, we can create the perfect bespoke event for you. In Wanaka we also offer 5-star glamping in domes above the shores of the Lake Wanaka with outstanding views to the mountains beyond.
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- +64 21 143 6447
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- Lake Wanaka, Otago, New Zealand
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FEAR FACTORY QUEENSTOWN - Queenstown
FEAR FACTORY QUEENSTOWN - Queenstown
Challenge yourself and friends to a real life horror experience in New Zealand's scariest haunted house. SpineTingling Suspense and Screams await you. Do you have what it takes to survive Fear Factory Queenstown? We guarantee you the ultimate fun and totally terrifying experience! Top 3# Rated Attraction on Trip Advisor in Queenstown! Under 15’s must be accompanied by adult.
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- +64 3 442 8666
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- 0800 Fear Factory (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 54 Shotover Street, Queenstown, New Zealand
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GIBBSTON VALLEY LODGE & SPA - Queenstown
GIBBSTON VALLEY LODGE & SPA - Queenstown
This new, boutique Central Otago accommodation opening in December 2019, mixes stylish luxury with uncompromising comfort. Complete with 24 premium villas, an exclusive wine cellar, small movie theatre, private meeting rooms and a central lodge area with fireplace, plush furniture, bar and indoor/outdoor dining options; the Gibbston Valley Lodge & Spa is uniquely situated in our organic and historic winery.
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- +64 (0)3 442 6910
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- 1820 State Highway 6, Gibbston, New Zealand
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GIBBSTON VALLEY WINERY EXPERIENCES - Queenstown
GIBBSTON VALLEY WINERY EXPERIENCES - Queenstown
Mobile-friendly - A visit to Central Otago's founding winery is a must! Located about 25 minutes from Queenstown, the winery is home to a bistro-style restaurant, a tasting room, the country's largest wine cave, a cheesery, a bike centre (for exploring the stunning countryside), and a Luxury Lodge & Spa. Return transportation from Queenstown is available on the winery’s daily shuttle service.
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- +64 3 442 6910
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- 1820 State Highway 6, Queenstown, New Zealand
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HAWKDUN RISE VINEYARD ACCOMMODATION - Alexandra
HAWKDUN RISE VINEYARD ACCOMMODATION - Alexandra
Hawkdun Rise is a boutique vineyard-stay near the town of Alexandra in Central Otago and the first such B&B in the region. Stay with us and enjoy our comfortable, spacious accommodation surrounded by stunning landscapes in the heart of New Zealand's beautiful and most exciting wine region. Enjoy the tranquility and panoramic views from our executive semi detached accommodation.
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- +64 3 448 7782
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- 241 Letts Gully Rd, Alexandra, Central Otago, New Zealand
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iBIKE HIRE - Dunedin
iBIKE HIRE - Dunedin
Mobile-friendly - iBike Hire, the latest bikes delivered to you for FREE. Mountain bikes, full suspension, electric bikes and kids bikes. Ride Otago Peninsula, Otago Rail Trail, Nicols Creek, Whare Flat and Signal Hill.
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- +64 211 750 832
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- 0800 480 680 (Free call - only within NZ)
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KOOINDA ALPACAS - Waitahuna, Lawrence, Otago
KOOINDA ALPACAS - Waitahuna, Lawrence, Otago
Located at Waitahuna on the Otago Goldfields Heritage Trail, 11kms from the historic goldmining town of Lawrence, the gateway to Central Otago. Kooinda Alpacas is a working alpaca stud farm and welcomes visitors for farm tours . Our farm shop offers alpaca and alpaca-blend products including natural coloured yarn from our alpacas. All Kooinda Alpaca yarns and fibre are dye-free.
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- +64 3 485 9137
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- +64 21 276 2760
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- 14 Grindon Street, Waitahuna, Lawrence RD3, New Zealand
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MT DIFFICULTY WINES - Cromwell
MT DIFFICULTY WINES - Cromwell
Mobile-friendly - Mt Difficulty's Cellar Door and Restaurant is known as much for its spectacular Central Otago panorama as it is for its world famous wines and stylish cuisine. Wine tastings are available from 10.30am to 4pm daily, and until 5pm from Christmas until Easter. Lunch is served between 12 noon and 3.30pm daily, with platters till close.
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- +64 3 445 3445
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- +64 27 201 9330
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- 73 Felton Road, Bannockburn, Cromwell, Otago, New Zealand
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