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 - 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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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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BACK COUNTRY SADDLE EXPEDITIONS - Wanaka
BACK COUNTRY SADDLE EXPEDITIONS - Wanaka
New Zealand Back Country Saddle Expeditions have been in the business of back-country trekking for over 25 years. Come thoroughly enjoy our two-hour trek in one of New Zealand's most scenic areas. Highly experienced staff keen to give you a great time.
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- +64 3 443 8151
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- 0800 472 335 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 2130 Cardrona Valley Road, Wanaka, New Zealand
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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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CANYON EXPLORERS CANYONING - Queenstown & Glenorchy
CANYON EXPLORERS CANYONING - Queenstown & Glenorchy
Mobile-friendly - Canyon Explorers offers exhilarating canyoning experiences in two unique and gorgeous canyons. Our guided tours will take you on a fun-filled adventure where you can explore our canyons by sliding, abseiling, zip lining and jumping. Canyon Explorers is the most experienced canyoning operator in the Queenstown region. Operating from October through to April every year, don't miss out, BOOK NOW!
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- +64 3 441 3003
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- 39 Camp Street, Queenstown, New Zealand
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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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- +64 21 0880 1779
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- 69 Beach Street, Queenstown, New Zealand
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CARDRONA ALPINE RESORT - Queenstown / Wanaka
CARDRONA ALPINE RESORT - Queenstown / Wanaka
Mobile-friendly - Cardrona Alpine Resort is a fun, family friendly ski resort with high elevation renowned for dry natural snow. With wide open slopes, challenging chutes and NZ’s best terrain park facilities…you won't want to leave! Book your Queenstown accommodation and activities online now!
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- +64 3 443 8880
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- 0800 440 800 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- Cardrona, 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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DEEP CANYON - Wanaka
DEEP CANYON - Wanaka
Mobile-friendly - Join us and descend the fantastic world-class canyons of Queesntown-Wanaka and Haast areas, select from 10 trips, beginner to advanced. Spend the day with our experienced guides abseiling down waterfalls, sliding awesome water polished rock chutes and jumping into beautiful forested pools. Guiding since 1994 in amazing places with interesting challenges and friendly people along with Great Big Fun!
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- +64 3 443 7922
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- +64 27 443 7921
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- 100 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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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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GLACIER SOUTHERN LAKES HELICOPTERS - Queenstown
GLACIER SOUTHERN LAKES HELICOPTERS - Queenstown
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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HAKA SNOW TOURS - New Zealand Wide
HAKA SNOW TOURS - New Zealand Wide
Haka Tours offers fully guided, small group South Island Snow Tours of 5, 7 and 12 days and suitable for all abilities. Tour includes expert guide, transport, accommodation, lift passes and more. To view the video that follows a recent group and captures the essence of the tour, visit our website.
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- +64 9 520 5593
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- Gillies Ave Office Park Suite 203, 27 Gillies Ave, Newmarket, Auckland, New Zealand Make an Enquiry
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HARRIS MOUNTAINS HELI-SKIING - Queenstown & Wanaka
HARRIS MOUNTAINS HELI-SKIING - Queenstown & Wanaka
Mobile-friendly - Operating Heli Skiing out of the Wanaka, Queenstown and Mount Cook areas is Harris Mountains Heli-Ski. They invite you to stand in the middle of an untouched powder-kissed paradise, and to clip in and push off into exhilaration. If you can ski, you can heli ski. It really is the perfect way to recharge your senses. Private charters available too.
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- +64 3 442 6722
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- The Station, Cnr Shotover & Camp Sts, P.O. Box 634, Queenstown, New Zealand
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