Wanaka
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Wanaka is a beautiful holiday resort town, nestled beside the crystal clear waters of Lake Wanaka in the heart of the Southern Lakes District of Central Otago. Lake Wanaka activities include jet boating, sailing, kayaking, fishing and swimming. You can relax beside the calm waters with a book, or enjoy a fine wine at a lake-side winery. You could also take a food or wine tour, go sky diving, horse trekking, 4WDing, hiking and so much more. more
Aside from beautiful Lake Wanaka, Wanaka attractions are virtually limitless. About an hour's drive from Wanaka, the spectacular Rob Roy Glacier Track is an amazing world of alpine scenery, snowfields, glaciers, sheer rock cliffs and waterfalls. Scenic flights from Wanaka to Mt Cook are also a popular activity, along with a Middle-earth adventure through "Misty Mountains". Near to Wanaka are 3 ski fields which come alive in Winter. The world famous Stuart Landsborough's Puzzling World is a popular attraction, with mazes, puzzles and baffling illusion rooms.
Just a 15 minute drive from the Wanaka township, Lake Hawea is another popular attraction. Nestled in an idyllic setting of mountains, beautiful Lake Hawea is an attraction not to be missed. Fishing here is famous, alongside other activities which include hiking, lake-side walks, wind surfing, paragliding, kite surfing, boating, kayaking, and of course swimming.
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PUZZLING WORLD
PUZZLING WORLD
"Puzzling World" is a world-unique attraction with the theme of anything puzzling! Take some amazing photos of our crazy buildings and toilets. Our Illusion Rooms must be seen to be believed and the two-storied Great Maze, the world's first 'modern-styled' maze, is a fascinating challenge for the whole family.
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ADVENTURE JUNKIES - Queenstown
ADVENTURE JUNKIES - Queenstown
Young energetic adventure tour company with a fervent passion for the outdoors. We truly believe that our trips include the best activities in the South Island, many of which are exclusively available through Adventure Junkies. Unique trips, personal and run by expert guides. We're here to show you the greatest adventures New Zealand has to offer. Family adventures a speciality.
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- +64 21 20 40 842
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- Queenstown, New Zealand
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ALTITUDE TOURS - Queenstown
ALTITUDE TOURS - Queenstown
Mobile-friendly - Altitude Tours are all about turning average holidays into epic adventures, taking you on top-rated journeys to Milford Sound, Gibbston, Central Otago, Glenorchy & Paradise or Mt Cook on daily departure tours from Queenstown. Enjoy travelling in a small group in modern Mercedes Sprinters, with an experienced and entertaining local guide. Use promo-code NZ15 to save 15% on each tour.
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ASPIRING GUIDES - Wanaka
ASPIRING GUIDES - Wanaka
Mobile-friendly - Aspiring Guides provides guided ascents of NZ's highest, most iconic peaks such as Mt Cook and Mt Aspiring, as well as offering mountaineering instruction courses and multi-day trekking. In winter join us for backcountry skiing & snowboard touring on NZ's glaciated terrain or from our private huts. Learn backcountry skiing, avalanche awareness & ice-climbing on our winter courses.
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- +64 3 443 9422
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- Level 1, 99 Ardmore St, Wanaka
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ASPIRING HELICOPTERS - Wanaka
ASPIRING HELICOPTERS - Wanaka
Mobile-friendly - Glacier landings, scenic flights, personalised experiences: Let us take you exploring over Mt Aspiring and Fiordland National Parks giving you the ultimate birds-eye view and unique alpine landings only possible by helicopter. Set foot on an ancient glacier, enjoy the diverse landscape on a Milford Sound flight or simply take in the majestic mountains surrounding Wanaka. Charter flights available.
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- +64 3 443 7152
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- 2211 Mt Aspiring Road, Wanaka, 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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BIKE IT NOW! - Central Otago
BIKE IT NOW! - 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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CANYONING NEW ZEALAND - Queenstown and Wanaka
CANYONING NEW ZEALAND - Queenstown and Wanaka
Mobile-friendly - Get involved in an awesome multisport adventure with 3 different locations to suit the beginner to the experienced adventure seeker! Abseil, slide, jump and swim whilst getting upclose with some off-the-beaten track raw NZ beauty. Equipment and an experienced qualified guide to lead you through is included. Step-out of your comfort-zone and into some amazing memories of New Zealand.
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- +64 3 428 0071
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- 69 Beach Street, Queenstown, New Zealand
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DISCOVER WANAKA - Wanaka & South Island
DISCOVER WANAKA - Wanaka & South Island
Mobile-friendly - Discover Wanaka - The Ultimate Guided Local Experience. We offer a number of bike tours, boat tours, ski guiding and ski transport options. From beginners to experts, our tours are led by expert, friendly guides. You’ll always feel supported. Family friendly and suitable for all ages and fitness. We offer a range of tours to suit everyone.
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- +64 21 919 468
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- 0800 946 387 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 103 Ardmore Street, Wanaka, New Zealand
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ECO WANAKA ADVENTURES - Wanaka
ECO WANAKA ADVENTURES - Wanaka
Mobile-friendly - Guided walks in Mt Aspiring National Park and the Lake Wanaka region. Walks for all levels of fitness from an hour to half-day to whole-day. Take our famous half-day Lake Cruise and Island Nature Walk or the full-day Rob Roy Glacier Walk. Or try our spectacular Heli-Hikes: the "Misty Mountains" or Alpine Lakes. Queenstown departures available on full day tours.
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- +64 3 443 2869
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- 0800 926 326 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- Wanaka, New Zealand
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GLACIER SOUTHERN LAKES HELICOPTERS - Queenstown
GLACIER SOUTHERN LAKES HELICOPTERS - Queenstown
Mobile-friendly - Glacier Southern Lakes Helicopters offer exciting daily scenic helicopter flights over the iconic landscapes of Queenstown, Fiordland and Mt Aspiring National Parks (Middle-Earth). Alpine or snow landings are part of all our flights or you can discover the uniqueness of a glacier landing on our Milford Sound experiences. Experienced local pilots and pristine 6 seater helicopters.
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- +64 3 442 3016
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- 0800 801 616 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 35 Lucas Place, Queenstown Airport 9300, New Zealand
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Glendhu Bay Track - Wanaka, Otago
Glendhu Bay Track - Wanaka, Otago
Starting at Waterfall Creek, The Millenium Track takes walkers and bikers alike out passed Waterfall Creek all the way to Glendu Bay. Otherwise known as the Glendu Bay track, this walking and biking trail connects Wanaka township to Glendu Bay, via the Waterfall Creek Track.
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GO JETS - Wanaka
GO JETS - Wanaka
Mobile-friendly - Let us take you on an exhilarating jetboating ride down the mighty Clutha River. Spectacular scenery, fast flowing waters, passing old gold mining sites until you reach the "Devils Nook". You will pass under the historic "Red Bridge", camera stops and numerous 360 degree spins will be carried out during your Go Jets Wanaka jetboating trip. Pick up i-site Wanaka.
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- +64 21 305 563
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- 0800 GO JETS (0800 465 387) (Free call - only within NZ)
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- Wanaka i-SITE, 99 Ardmore Street, Wanaka, New Zealand
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HELI GLENORCHY - Queenstown & Glenorchy
HELI GLENORCHY - Queenstown & Glenorchy
Mobile-friendly - Spectacular scenic helicopter flights to Milford Sound, Fiordland, and the Queenstown region. Based in Glenorchy, NZ - the real "Middle Earth", a 45 minute lakeside drive from Queenstown. For an even more exclusive skiing experience, why not try a day of heli-skiing in untouched alpine terrain. Heli Glenorchy offers boutique heli-skiing in the spectacular mountains surrounding Queenstown, Wanaka and Glenorchy.
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- +64 3 442 9971
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- 0800 435 449 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 35 Mull St, Glenorchy, New Zealand
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HOOK WANAKA - Wanaka
HOOK WANAKA - Wanaka
Hook is a brand new lake to plate salmon fishing and restaurant experience located in Wanaka, right at the heart of New Zealand's Southern Lakes. Hook is a place where everyone is welcomed to enjoy Wanaka's stunning alpine setting in comfort and with ease. Escape into the great outdoors. Catch a Chinook salmon from our spring-fed fishing lakes.
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- +64 3 443 1222
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- 49 Monteith Road, Wanaka, New Zealand
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KIDZ GO - Queenstown, Wanaka, Fiordland
KIDZ GO - Queenstown, Wanaka, Fiordland
Mobile-friendly - New Zealand holiday travel guide for families - the only dedicated family travel webguide to New Zealand. Kidz Go provides information for families visiting Queenstown, Wanaka or Te Anau. Family friendly accommodation, dining and activities, minimum ages for adventure stuff, child-minding, skiing with kids and more. Check our website for family information for all other New Zealand regions.
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- +64 27 411 9530
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- Queenstown, 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 11am to 4pm daily, and until 5pm from Christmas until Easter. Lunch is served between 12noon 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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