Travel Guide of Wanaka in New Zealand by Influencers and Travelers
Wanaka, once called Pembroke, is a popular ski and summer resort town in the Otago region of the South Island of New Zealand. At the southern end of Lake Wānaka, it is at the start of the Clutha River and is the gateway to Mount Aspiring National Park.
The Best Things to Do and Visit in Wanaka
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1 - Roys Peak
7 km away
Roy's Peak is a mountain in New Zealand, standing between Wanaka and Glendhu Bay. It offers a full-day's walk with views across Lake Wanaka and up to the peak of Mount Aspiring / Tititea.
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2 - Lake Wānaka
22 km away
Lake Wānaka is New Zealand's fourth-largest lake. In the Otago region, it is 278 meters above sea level, covers 192 km², and is more than 300 m deep. The original Māori name Oanaka means 'The place of Anaka', a local tribal chief. The town near the foot of the lake is named Wanaka.
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3 - Jet Boating in Wanaka
Take an exhilarating jetboat ride down the mighty Clutha River! Experience spectacular scenery, fast flowing waters, passing old gold mining sites until you reach the “Devils Nook”. You will pass under the historic “Red Bridge&rdquo...
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4 - Lake Hawea
30 km away
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5 - Mount Aspiring National Park
35 km away
Mount Aspiring National Park is in the Southern Alps of the South Island of New Zealand, north of Fiordland National Park, situated in Otago and Westland regions. The park forms part of the Te Wahipounamu World Heritage site.
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6 - Kayaking in Wanaka
This activity is Paddle Wanaka's most popular kayaking outing and is an absolute must for all water sport lovers visiting the Wanaka area. Make sure you try this fantastic introduction to kayaking and enjoy an easy guided paddle exploring the be...
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7 - Arrowtown
36 km away
Arrowtown is a historic gold mining town in the Otago region of the South Island of New Zealand. Arrowtown is located on the banks of the Arrow River approximately 7.5 km from State Highway 6.
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8 - Mount Aspiring
38 km away
Mount Aspiring College is a state coeducational secondary school located in Wanaka, New Zealand. It was founded in 1986 after the division of Wanaka Area School into separate primary and secondary schools.
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9 - Scenic Flights in Wanaka
9 km away
The 8th Natural Wonder of the World awaits, explore the stunning scenic landscape of Milford Sound with this cruise & flight package across South Island's picturesque landscape. Combine all the best attractions New Zealand's South Island has...
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10 - Lake Hayes
40 km away
Lake Hayes is a small lake in the Wakatipu Basin in Central Otago, in New Zealand's South Island. It is located close to the towns of Arrowtown and Queenstown.
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11 - The Remarkables
45 km away
The Remarkables are a mountain range and skifield in Otago in the South Island of New Zealand. Located on the southeastern shore of Lake Wakatipu, the range lives up to its name by rising sharply to create an impressive backdrop for the waters.
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12 - Skydiving in Wanaka
9 km away
The highlight of your New Zealand experience must be a skydive in Wanaka! Scratch this off your bucket list and jump from over 15,000 ft! The experience starts with a welcome from the Skydive Wanaka crew, as they introdu...
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13 - Lake Alta
47 km away
Lake Alta is a glacial lake in The Remarkables near Queenstown in the South Island of New Zealand. It is approximately 500 metres by 250 metres in size and freezes over in the winter months. At this time it is used by skiers and snowboarders.
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14 - Stand up Paddle in Wanaka
Come and explore the stunning area of Wanaka from the water! Best of all, you don't need any experience, just come as you are and your expert guide will teach you the rest! A great adventure for first timers and experienced SUP paddlers alike.The wel...
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Pictures and Stories of Wanaka from Influencers
20 pictures of Wanaka from Casey Horner, Ken Cheung, Laura Smetsers and other travelers
- High up on Roys peak over looking Wanaka' Follow Instagram for more @ _stuartdavies ...click to read more
- Experienced by @Stuart Davies | ©Unsplash
- Mountain master Elliot off to the Waterfalls near Mt Armstrong and Brewster Hut ...click to read more
- Experienced by @Aleks Dahlberg | ©Unsplash
- One of the most beautiful and laid-back places in New Zealand, Wanaka ...click to read more
- Experienced by @Danny Postma | ©Unsplash
- The most photographed tree in New Zealand. Why? Just look at it! ...click to read more
- Experienced by @Laura Smetsers | ©Unsplash
- Watching the sun set beyond the mountains never gets old. ...click to read more
- Experienced by @Tyler Lastovich | ©Unsplash
- The famous tree in Wanaka, New Zealand on a sunny day. ...click to read more
- Experienced by @Steph Smith | ©Unsplash
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Why should you visit Wanaka ?
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At 45 kilometers long and covering 193 square kilometers, its crystal blue waters are ideal for adventure seekers. Nestled at the foot of majestic mountains, Lake Wanaka is the most tranquil lake on the South Island. In winter, skiers from around the world converge here to ski and snowboard at Cardrona and Treble Cone, cross-country ski at Snow Farm and heli-ski in the Harris Mountains. But Wanaka is more than just a winter destination. Activities such as fishing, hiking, canyoneering, rock climbing and skydiving take place year-round. Visit surrounding towns like Queenstown, Cromwell and Alexandra, go shopping or just sit in a café and watch the world go by. One of the strengths of a stay in Lake Wanaka is that it combines the warmth of a small town with the standard and attention to detail you'd expect from an international vacation destination. Accommodations range from hostels and bed and breakfasts to motels and family-friendly vacation villages. Plus, each of these accommodations is within walking distance of stores and restaurants, and cabs and bikes are available. And if you want to get out of town, there are daily transportation services to most popular destinations.
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