Wanaka Attractions, Activities, Tours
- Alpine Kayak Guides
- Aspiring Helicopters
- Classic Flights
- Deep Canyon
- Eco Wanaka Adventures
- New Zealand Fighter Pilots Museum
- Ridgeline Adventures
- Siberia Experience - Fly-Walk-Jetboat
- Skydive Lake Wanaka
- Southern Alps Air
- Stuart Landsborough's Puzzling World
- U-Fly Adventure Rides
- Wanaka River Journeys
Wanaka, sheltered behind the Southern Alps in the South Island of New Zealand, is the ideal holiday destination. Wanaka attractions and activities are unique to New Zealand, with Wanaka activities having an emphasis on aviation. There is something for everyone, whatever your age, ability or sense of adventure. From fishing to flightseeing, tramping to tennis, horsetrekking to heli skiing, goldpanning to golfing. Close to the Mount Aspiring National Park, the area is a natural paradise.
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Alpine Kayak Guides offer fun, scenic and safe kayaking trips on local Wanaka Rivers. Experience firsthand the thrill of kayaking from a relaxed introduction to a full-on day of paddling. Our charismatic and qualified guides will show you the wonders of this spectacular region and you will come away with an experience that is altogether unforgettable. |
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Specialising in wilderness exploration flights to take in Mt Aspiring, Milford Sound and Mt Cook. We will show you the hidden spots only accessible by helicopter including snow-landings. From 20 minute scenics to all day discovery tours. Gourmet picnics can be arranged and enjoyed at a remote spot hidden in the Southern Alps. |
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Imagine stepping back in time where Pilots were larger than life and heroes to all those who lifted their eyes skyward. You don the old-style leather flying helmet, goggles and silk scarf, the exhileration of the open cock-pit with the wind in your face and experience the freedom and romance of flight in a 1941 de Havilland Tigermoth. |
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Descend the dramatic world class canyons of the Wanaka region. Maximum adventure, maximum fun trips in wild fantastic situations. Plunge down water polished chutes, learn to abseil spectacular waterfalls. Climb, swim, slide, jump and float through an amazing green world of sculptured rock, sparkling cascades and lush native forest. |
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Personal guided tours and trekking showing World Heritage Mt Aspiring National Park's jewel the Rob Roy Glacier guided walk or Lake Cruise to nature reserve Mou Waho Island, home to the cheeky rare flightless Buff Weka. Bird watching, photography and also boat fishing for Salmon, Brown and Rainbow Trout. |
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New Zealand Fighter Pilots Museum Situated at Wanaka Airport, the New Zealand Fighter Pilots Museum established by aviation enthusiast Sir Tim Wallis; features multimedia displays and an amazing collection of airworthy World War II aircraft telling the dramatic story of Kiwi fighter pilots in war and peace. |
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Discover Wanaka's spectacular environment through our select collection of ‘soft adventure' experiences. These include our breath-taking backcountry 4WD tours, romantic twilight and photographic adventures, inspiring Heli-hiking options and relaxing Central Otago Wine Trails; providing the most memorable and rewarding experiences. |
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Siberia Experience Fly-Walk-Jetboat 4 hours of unique wilderness adventure with stunning views of Mt Aspiring National Park in a Scenic Plane Flight. Land in remote Siberia Valley to begin a 3 hour Bush and Valley Walk through native beech forest & river valleys linking with the wilderness of Wilkin Valley. Finish with a thrilling and uniquely scenic Jetboat Safari trip back to Makarora |
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Imagine freefalling from 15,000 feet above the most extreme scenery in the world! An incredible scenic flight captures 360 views of NZ's highest snow capped peaks including Mt. Cook, glaciers, and lakes. FREE fall at 200 kph with your experienced instructor then soar under parachute, landing back at the drop zone. |
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The best scenic route to Milford Sound begins from Lake Wanaka. Window seats for all passengers allow breath taking views of Mt Aspiring, glaciers, snow capped alpine mountains, braided rivers, two National Parks. Enjoy spectacular views of Milford Sound aboard a smaller boat cruise. Other options are Mt Aspiring, Mt Cook and Glaciers. |
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Stuart Landsborough's Puzzling World is a world-unique attraction with the theme of puzzling eccentricity! Take some amazing photos of our crazy buildings and toilets, our Illusion Rooms must be seen to be believed and the Great Maze, the worlds first 'modern-styled' maze, is a fascinating challenge for the whole family. A true Kiwi icon and a must-see on any itinerary. |
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Choose 30 or 50 minutes of air born adventure and stunning views of Lake Wanaka. Your guide will lead you through the simplicity of flight, as you experience the magical breath taking beauty of our Southern Alps region. Our attitude is towards personal service and safety, you are flying with the best. |
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Jet Boat the powerful & braided Matukituki River. Travel past Lord of the Rings locations watched over by Glaciers & Mount Aspiring on this ½ day wilderness adventure. Hear stories from the past and learn of the forces that created this amazing landscape. Also enjoy a 50 min walk into native beech forest to a hidden waterfall. |
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