7 Day Queenstown Adventure Escape

Arrive at Queenstown Airport, where your private transfer will be waiting to take you directly to your accommodation for your six-night stay. Set beside beautiful Lake Whakatipu and surrounded by dramatic alpine peaks, Queenstown provides the perfect setting for an unforgettable week of adventure.

Spend the rest of the day exploring at your own pace, with time to wander along the lakefront, discover the shops, cafés and restaurants of central Queenstown, or simply relax and take in the spectacular mountain scenery.

Optional Experience – Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Dining with TSS Earnslaw with RealNZ: Enjoy a scenic cruise across Lake Whakatipu aboard the historic TSS Earnslaw before arriving at Walter Peak High Country Farm for a delicious gourmet BBQ dining experience. Savour a generous selection of locally inspired dishes in a beautiful lakeside setting, surrounded by spectacular alpine and high-country scenery.

Today’s included adventure takes you towards Glenorchy for wilderness jet boating on the Dart River. Explore braided river channels beneath mountain peaks, or request one of the alternative experiences below to replace today’s included outing.

Alternative Experiences:

Shotover Jet (1 hr 45 mins): Race through the narrow canyons of the Shotover River aboard one of Queenstown’s most iconic jet boat experiences. Hold on through exhilarating 360-degree spins as your expert driver navigates close to dramatic rock walls and across fast-flowing waters. Minimum height 1m

Funyaks Wilderness Adventure with Dart River Adventures (8.5-9.5 hours): Discover the Dart River wilderness from water level aboard an inflatable Funyak, paddling through tranquil waterways surrounded by spectacular alpine scenery. Combining wilderness jet boating and paddling, this full-day experience offers an immersive way to explore the region. Minimum age 5 years, & height 1m (1.2m in some weather conditions) 

Paraflights with Watersports (1 hour - 10min flying): Take off directly from the deck of The Red Dragon and gently soar up to 600 feet above Lake Whakatipu on an unforgettable parasailing experience. Enjoy incredible views towards The Remarkables, Cecil Peak and Queenstown before being smoothly winched back onto the boat, staying dry from take-off to landing. Under 12 must fly with an adult

Queenstown Half-Day Canyoning Adventure at Gibbston Valley with Canyoning New Zealand (4 hours): Abseil beside waterfalls, scramble through rock formations and slide down natural water chutes on a guided canyoning adventure. Return Queenstown transport, equipment and instruction are included. No previous canyoning experience is required, but moderate fitness and water confidence are important. Minimum age 10 years

Choose how you want to explore Queenstown’s spectacular landscapes today, from walking through ancient native forest to tackling rugged backcountry trails or exploring high-country scenery on horseback. Each experience offers a distinctly different perspective on the mountains, valleys and wilderness surrounding Queenstown.

Optional Experiences:

Nomad Safaris Quad Bike Adventure (3.5 hours): Take control of your own quad bike and venture into Queenstown’s spectacular backcountry on an exciting guided off-road adventure. Navigate varied terrain and purpose-built trails while enjoying panoramic mountain views and discovering landscapes well beyond the usual sightseeing routes. Minimum age 16 years

Walter Peak Horse Trek with RealNZ (4 hours): Journey across Lake Whakatipu to Walter Peak and discover Queenstown’s picturesque high-country landscape on horseback. Ride through open countryside while enjoying beautiful views across the lake, surrounding farmland and dramatic mountain ranges. Minimum age 7 years

Alternative Experience:

Routeburn Track Guided Walk by Nomad Safaris (10 hours): Explore a spectacular section of the Routeburn Track accompanied by an experienced local guide who brings the surrounding landscape to life. Walk through beautiful native forest and magnificent mountain scenery while learning about the region’s ecology, geology and natural history.

Discover historic Arrowtown before setting off on your included self-guided bike ride back to Queenstown. Follow scenic trails through river valleys and across bridges, with the freedom to stop and enjoy the views along the way. Prefer a different cycling adventure? Request one of the alternative experiences below, from a guided e-bike ride to a day exploring the Otago Central Rail Trail.

Alternative Experiences:

Ride to the Vines e-Bike Tour with Ride to the Sky (5-6 hours): Combine scenic cycling with the flavours of Central Otago as you ride an e-bike through beautiful countryside towards the Gibbston wine region. Enjoy an easy-going journey along picturesque trails before discovering the vineyards and cellar doors that have made the valley famous.

Ride to the Sky e-Bike Tour (3.5 hours): Climb from the Queenstown basin into spectacular high-country landscapes on an exhilarating guided e-bike adventure. Electric assistance makes the ascent more accessible, rewarding you with expansive views across Lake Whakatipu, The Remarkables and the surrounding mountains.

Cycle the Highlights of the Otago Central Rail Trail by E-Bike with Kiwi Journeys (7 hours): Discover some of the most memorable landscapes and heritage of the famous Otago Central Rail Trail on an e-bike adventure through Central Otago. Ride through historic settlements and distinctive countryside while enjoying an easier way to experience selected highlights of this iconic cycling trail. Minimum Age 6 years

Today brings your included leap from the historic Kawarau Bridge, 43 metres above the turquoise Kawarau River. Choose the classic Queenstown bungy experience, request a Nevis experience as an alternative, or add another challenge such as canyon swinging or tandem skydiving where timing allows.

Optional Experiences

Shotover Canyon Swing (2.5 hrs): Step off the edge high above the Shotover River and experience an exhilarating combination of freefall and high-speed swinging through a spectacular canyon. Choose from a variety of jump styles to make the experience as adventurous as you dare. Book with Shotover Jet, and do both at once! Minimum age 10 yrs

12,000 ft Tandem Skydiving by NZONE Skydiving (3 hours): Take your Queenstown adventure to new heights with an unforgettable tandem skydive from 12,000 feet. Experience the adrenaline of freefall before enjoying a spectacular parachute flight with panoramic views across lakes, mountains and valleys. Minimum Age 13 years

Alternative Experiences

Nevis Bungy Jump by AJ Hackett (4 hours): Tick off the ultimate bucket-list adventure with New Zealand's highest bungy jump, launching 134 metres from a suspended platform high above the spectacular Nevis River. Experience an incredible eight-and-a-half seconds of freefall before the cord catches, delivering one of the world's most exhilarating adrenaline thrills. Minimum Age 13 years

Nevis Swing by AJ Hackett (4 hours): Launch from a suspended platform high above the spectacular Nevis Valley and experience one of the world's biggest adventure swings, soaring through a massive 300-metre arc. Choose from a variety of jump styles, including forwards, backwards or tandem, for an unforgettable adrenaline rush surrounded by breathtaking alpine scenery. Minimum Age 10 years

Head into Queenstown’s backcountry for your included Moke Lake kayaking experience, with time to paddle and enjoy the surrounding mountain scenery. For more action, request Shotover River rafting as an alternative, or add a KJet ride, jet ski tour or Hydro Attack experience where timing and seasonal availability allow.

Optional Experiences: 

KJet Queenstown (1 hr): Board a jet boat at Queenstown’s Main Town Pier for a high-speed ride across Lake Whakatipu and along the Kawarau and Shotover Rivers. Enjoy 360-degree spins and river scenery on an outing departing from the central waterfront. Minimum age 2 yrs

Jet Ski Tour with Watersports (15 Dec-Mar - 1.5-2 hrs): Take the handlebars for a guided adventure on Lake Whakatipu, with approximately one hour on the water. Explore beneath the surrounding mountains, with time for scenic stops along the route. Minimum driver age: 18 years. Minimum passenger age: 8 years.

Hydro Attack with Watersports (30 mins): Ride with a pilot in a shark-shaped semi-submersible, diving beneath Lake Whakatipu before breaching above the surface. This one-passenger experience combines speed, sharp turns and underwater views from an enclosed cockpit. Minimum age: 6 years. Cockpit size restrictions apply.

Alternative Experience:
Shotover River Rafting with Challenge Rafting (4-4.5 hrs): Tackle Grade 3–5 rapids through the Shotover River’s canyon landscape with experienced river guides. This is a more physically demanding adventure, with equipment and instruction provided. Minimum age: 13 years. Seasonal availability and participation requirements apply.

Spend the rest of your final full day relaxing or request an additional adventure where timing allows.

Enjoy your final morning in Queenstown, with time for a leisurely breakfast, some last-minute shopping or a final stroll along the shores of Lake Whakatipu. When it is time to depart, your private transfer will collect you from your accommodation and take you comfortably to Queenstown Airport for your onward journey.