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Travel Tips and Stories of Wanaka in New Zealand
travelers stories about Summit in Dun Fiunary, New Zealand

Summit in Dun Fiunary, New Zealand

  53 km from Wanaka


The Emyn Muil was an arc of rocky hills that ran southwest along the River Anduin, crossing it at its southern most end. It is remembered because the Ringbearer Frodo Baggins and his companion Samwise Gamgee crossed it’s razor-sharp peaks on their way to Mordor.


  Experienced by Aleks Dahlberg


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travelers stories about Loch in Lake Wanaka, New Zealand

Loch in Lake Wanaka, New Zealand

  54 km from Wanaka


We came across this magnificent, quiet fishing spot while driving back from the Blue Pools. We turned in and got off our SUV, sat by the beach to bask under the evening sun. -


  Experienced by Modern Affliction


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travelers stories about Road trip in Mount Cook, New Zealand

Road trip in Mount Cook, New Zealand

  62 km from Wanaka


I’ve spent the last 10 months in New Zealand and believe me, the South Island is one of the most craziest thing you will ever see. As we were driving to Mt. Cook (highest summit in NZ) we had to drive along this more than scenic road. First you’ll drive by Lake Pukaki and his blue water coming from the glacier, then every turn, every inch of this road will make you stop and enjoy life as it is. Please, go to New Zealand, you won’t regret it.


  Experienced by Yoal Desurmont


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travelers stories about Hill in Lindis Pass, New Zealand

Hill in Lindis Pass, New Zealand

  63 km from Wanaka


Driving through the Lindis Pass in New Zealand is a real treat. The hills are so beautiful,golden and tussock covered and uninhabited, with gorgeous effects of sun and weather. It’s not always easy to find a safe spot to stop for the angle you want to shoot. On this occasion there was a delay for roadworks, allowing a few seconds to grab a shot.


  Experienced by Nareeta Martin


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travelers stories about Mountain range in Rob Roy's Glacier Car Park, New Zealand

Mountain range in Rob Roy's Glacier Car Park, New Zealand

  69 km from Wanaka


As we climbed through the valley, a white-turquoise river began to appear, it was obvious we were coming to a glacier, however, the real beauty hid beyond the glacier, as the rough mountains spiked through the valley almost like a non-passable gate, we knew we couldn’t go any further. New Zealand is truly amazing.


  Experienced by Will Turner


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travelers stories about Highland in Hooker Valley Track, New Zealand

Highland in Hooker Valley Track, New Zealand

  70 km from Wanaka


After hiking to the well-known Hooker Lake in NZ, you are treated to an equally rewarding view on the return trip. The valley stretches off into the horizon, meeting Lake Pukaki. At only 1.5hrs and on a perfectly groomed trail, this is a hike no one has an excuse not to do.


  Experienced by Tyler Lastovich


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travelers stories about Nature reserve in Hooker Valley Track, New Zealand

Nature reserve in Hooker Valley Track, New Zealand

  72 km from Wanaka


Hiking in New Zealand really is a treat. Most everyone you meet is just out to enjoy the day and see as many sights as they can. The government has done a great job at supporting this culture and almost all tracks are well marked and in amazing shape. The low population on the South Island means that you may only pass a few other people on a whole day of hiking to a truly stunning place, another bonus if you are seeking solitude!


  Experienced by Tyler Lastovich


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travelers stories about Hill in Roys Peak Track, New Zealand

Hill in Roys Peak Track, New Zealand

  72 km from Wanaka


During the climbing up to Roys peak. This is the most known photo spot on the track. The girl on the picture is Kelsea. Thanks for being there for me :) She is a great photographer btw.


  Experienced by Martina Vitáková


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travelers stories about Hill in Roys Peak, New Zealand

Hill in Roys Peak, New Zealand

  74 km from Wanaka


This climb to Roy’s Peak seemed like a great idea when I read the description on New Zealand’s Department of Conservation’s website. “Easy Walk”, they said. After a painstaking 3-hour climb, my feet were practically bleeding and I was quite dehydrated. The only thing I wanted to do was run back down to go back to my hotel—but not before taking some shots of the exquisite view.


  Experienced by Félix Lam


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travelers stories about Summit in Roys Peak, New Zealand

Summit in Roys Peak, New Zealand

  74 km from Wanaka


Began my hike up Mt. Roy at 5.40am at temperatures of -2 degrees celsius. The terrain was easy to walk on and the exposed trek gave me full-view of the night sky - I caught five shooting stars in the short 2.5hr hike! The view atop was well-worth the effort and the cold!


  Experienced by Jingwei Ke


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travelers stories about Hill in Roys Peak, New Zealand

Hill in Roys Peak, New Zealand

  74 km from Wanaka


While on an eight month backpacking journey, we stopped by Queenstown, New Zealand to visit a friend in Wanaka. Not knowing this was a miserable six hour hike up to Roy’s Peak, we happily agreed but were met with some of the most humbling views. Worth it in the end!


  Experienced by Rashel Ochoa


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travelers stories about Hill in Roys Peak, New Zealand

Hill in Roys Peak, New Zealand

  74 km from Wanaka


One friend of ours decided to celebrate his father’s birthday by taking him to the Roys Peak and watch the sunrise over Wanaka. We’ve got there at night, slept under the peak and in the morning continue to the highest point.


  Experienced by Martina Vitáková


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travelers stories about Mountain range in Roys Peak, New Zealand

Mountain range in Roys Peak, New Zealand

  74 km from Wanaka


One friend of ours decided to celebrate his father’s birthday by taking him to the Roys Peak and watch the sunrise over Wanaka. We’ve got there at night, slept under the peak and in the morning continue to the highest point.


  Experienced by Martina Vitáková


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travelers stories about Glacial landform in Mount Cook, New Zealand

Glacial landform in Mount Cook, New Zealand

  81 km from Wanaka


The wonder of The Hooker Glacier and glacial lake and the fret of Mt Cook, NZ. In winter the lake is iced over and some adventurous souls walk out onto it, not me though I’d rather view from afar.


  Experienced by Jordan Heath


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travelers stories about Highland in Mount Cook, New Zealand

Highland in Mount Cook, New Zealand

  81 km from Wanaka


At Offcut, we’re lucky to call New Zealand home. This stunning country of big mountains and beautiful coastline is both our HQ and our playground. It’s right here that we make our limited range of lifetime guaranteed hats from fabric destined for landfill and plant a tree with every hat sold. Join us on the adventure!


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travelers stories about Mountain range in Mount Cook, New Zealand

Mountain range in Mount Cook, New Zealand

  81 km from Wanaka


Watching this sunset was one of the best experiences of my life - we did the Mt Cook walk in the late evening hoping to get Mt Cook for sunset. It was raining all day and all afternoon, but we set out anyway not expecting to even be able to see it. The clouds started to clear just as the sun moved behind the mountain ranges and was almost totally clear while the pinks were out. So glad that we made the decision to go anyway, mother nature had our back.


  Experienced by Jade Stephens


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travelers stories about Summit in Mount Cook, New Zealand

Summit in Mount Cook, New Zealand

  81 km from Wanaka


On our 3.5 hour drive to Mt Cook, we were surrounded by rain clouds and fog with poor visibility. We considered many times to turn around rather than waste the time driving there if we weren’t going to see anything - we had heard it was unseeable when the weather gets bad, but this was our last day in New Zealand if we were going to see it. We decided to persevere and kept driving, keeping faith that it would clear up. Only within the last 2kms of driving, it did, the sun came out the clouds cleared. It was so worth it. What a mountain. Always keep the faith.


  Experienced by Jamie Davies


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travelers stories about Highland in Fox Glacier, New Zealand

Highland in Fox Glacier, New Zealand

  84 km from Wanaka


Walking alone at dusk along an immense rock wall into the promise of a sunset was very surreal. The low, thick clouds made it feel like you were in a tunnel - moving towards the light at the end.


  Experienced by Tyler Lastovich


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travelers stories about Lake in Lake Matheson, New Zealand

Lake in Lake Matheson, New Zealand

  85 km from Wanaka


Took a light pre-dawn stroll to ‘Reflections Island’ of Lake Matheson. The trek was easy and the directions were clear. It is always a good idea to arrive here before the crowd does! The morning fog also adds to the mirror-like lake, making it exceptionally enchanting.


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travelers stories about Coast in Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

Coast in Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

  88 km from Wanaka


My friend who is a Pilot for Air Safaris in my hometown, Lake Tekapo - New Zealand, asked if I wanted to join her on a flight as she had a spare seat. Of course I could not say no, as surrounding Lake Tekapo are beautiful mountains and stunning scenery!


  Experienced by Jordan Heath


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