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Queenstown Region

The first people to discover Queenstown's rare beauty were Maori pounamu (jade) hunters. Then came the gold miners, in search of another kind of treasure. Today Queenstown is treasured for its magnificent scenery, adventure opportunities and luxury...

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The view from the top

Every visitor to Queenstown should hike or ride to somewhere high. From the top of almost any hill, magnificent views await.

  • Climb Queenstown Hill or Ben Lomond for fantastic views of Queenstown and beyond
  • Ride the Skyline Gondola for the classic picture postcard shot across Lake Wakatipu and Queenstown to The Remarkables mountain range
  • When skiing or boarding, take a breather to enjoy the huge views from the top of the lift
  • Ride a horse into the high country on a guided trek
  • If you have the skill, rock or mountain climbing will take you to amazing heights

    • Time to revive your soul

    The dramatic landscape of high peaks, hanging valleys and clear water is gentle, quiet and stunningly beautiful. Leave the town and take to the hills and trails. You can pick up maps and trail information from any information centre.

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    The national parks of Fiordland and Mount Aspiring are within easy reach. Both parks offer a range of half or full day walks
  • Journey through primordial forests, dramatic valleys and vast tussock fields on multi-day walks
  • Local guides can explain the geography and geology as you hike, or you can hike independently

    • Playing on the edge

    Queenstown will challenge you to step outside your comfort zone.

  • Hurtle through the air attached to a skydive instructor, hang glider, parapente or bungy
  • Go jet boating, rafting or canyon swinging
  • Burn off some energy ice skating, skiing or snowboarding
  • Explore the trails by foot, mountain bike or horseback
  • Take a 4WD trip into the back country
  • Try gold panning, kayaking, sailing or canyoning

    • Sniff out some fine wine

    Queenstown is part of the Central Otago region, the fastest growing wine district in the country. The local wines frequently win awards.

  • Book a wine tour or hire a car and visit the vineyards in Gibbston Valley, Queenstown's main wine producing area
  • Gibbston Valley Wines, Queenstown's first commercial vineyard, is known for seriously good lunches and wine tasting. You can also tour their wine cave and cheese factory

    • A little indulgence does you good

    Soak up the beautiful alpine landscape while you pursue your favourite form of relaxation.

  • Enjoy a round of golf. Queenstown has four courses, including world famous Millbrook
  • Book yourself a day of luxury and pampering at a day spa
  • Spend a morning shopping for new clothes in Queenstown's stylish retail precinct
  • Catch a rainbow in Lake Wakatipu. You can fish for rainbow trout, brown trout and quinnat salmon all year round. Licenses can be purchased in the town and guides can lead you to the best fishing spots


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