OVERVIEW

Surrounded by the soaring indigo heights of the remarkable and framed by the meandering coves of Lake Wakatipu, Queenstown is a right show-off. With looks like a small town, but displaying the energy of a small city, it wears its ‘Global Adventure Capital’ badge proudly, and most visitors take the time to do crazy things here that they’ve never done before. No-one’s ever visited and said, ‘I’m bored’.

A new Queenstown is also emerging, with a cosmopolitan restaurant and arts scene, excellent vineyards and five international-standard golf courses. Go ahead and jump off a bridge or out of a plane, but take time to slow down and experience Queenstown without the adrenaline. At the very least, find a lakeside bench at dusk and immerse yourself in one of New Zealand most beautiful views.

HIGHLIGHTS

Queenstown Casinos

Place a bet, take a gamble or just enjoy a fun night out at one of Queenstown's casinos. Centrally located near to other bars and attractions, Queenstown's two casinos offer a great night out, including restaurant dining, bars, gaming machines, table gaming and TAB betting opportunities. The casinos also often have live music and other events in-house, for you to enjoy.

Skiing & Snowboarding

Queenstown is an exciting and inspiring winter destination - home to four ski areas, an exuberant après ski culture and a vibrant alpine resort town. During the southern hemisphere ski season, Queenstown welcomes skiers and snowboarders from June to October. All four Queenstown ski fields cater to learners, families, advanced skiers and snowboarders, with one of the longest seasons in the Southern Hemisphere, running from early June until early October. Queenstown ski passes range from single day, single ski area passes to season passes allowing unlimited access to multiple Queenstown ski areas.

Get Pampered at a Spa

Be pampered at one of Queenstown’s luxurious day spas, sink into a therapeutic hot pool, or treat yourself to a selection of therapies at a local beauty salon.

Hush Spa

Come and discover the secrets of relaxation, well-being and beauty at Queenstown's premier luxury day spa. Hush Spa is a boutique spa facility dedicated to delivering the world's finest spa.

Body Sanctum Day Spa

Body Sanctum promises to provide clients with the utmost attentive care and service, which will keep you coming back time and again. Being pampered at Body Sanctum is the perfect way to indulge, unwind and briefly escape from the stress of city life. Inhale...exhale...relax... we'll do the rest! The soft lighting, idyllic setting, luxurious treatments and expert skill of each therapist combine to ensure the optimum satisfaction of each client.

Cruise & Kayak Milford Sound

Double the adventure with Cruise & Kayak Milford Sound experience. This trip includes a Milford Sound cruise, entry to the Milford Discovery Centre & Underwater Observatory and one hour of kayaking around sheltered Harrison Cove. Gaze through crystal clear waters as you kayak in one of the most majestic places in the world.

Walter Peak Cycling Excursions

Your day commences with a cruise on board the TSS Earnslaw Steamship to Walter Peak. Then cycle along a quiet country road through beech forest and open tussock grasslands. Along the way enjoy stunning views of the Von River and surrounding mountains including Mount Earnslaw at the head of Lake Wakatipu.

• Small group, 9 per guide
• Moderate fitness required, 3 - 4 hours leisurely cycling (15 - 35kms)
• Picnic lunch, hot drinks and afternoon tea included
• Suitable for children 10 years and older

Glenorchy Island Safari

From November to May, kayak to the fantastic conservation reserves, Pig and Pigeon Islands. Come kayak with us to these pest free reserves, sit back and quench your thirst with the sound of native birds on this uninhabited wonderland in the mountains. Suitable for anyone, take a quiet paddle at the head of Lake Wakatipu.

Rafting

New Zealand's largest white water rafting operator offers rafting trips on the Shotover and Kawarau rivers. It operates year round with no prior experience included. ‘The original Queenstown adventure since 1974’ this is a great activity not to be missed while in Queenstown. The place is internationally recognized for offering high level of safety standards and guides.

Trip Package Includes:-

• Transfer from Queenstown downtown to rafting base
• Full wetsuit rafting clothing and safety equipment
• Transfer to Deep Creek via Skippers Canyon Road (Shotover River) or Raft put in (Kawarau)
• Extensive safety briefing
• Rafting on the Shotover River or Kawarau River
• Hot showers and sauna
• Transfer/ return travel to Queenstown downtown

Paraflights

Strap into your harness and get ready for the flight of a lifetime. Gradually rising 600ft into the air above, see for yourself some of the most breath-taking views of Queenstown, New Zealand. A must do for everyone whilst in Queenstown. Take a stroll down to the main Queenstown pier and come fly with us! You can fly in ones, twos or three's and for groups we can take up to 12 people out on the boat. Spectators welcome. Hats, gloves and jackets provided in winter and you will stay Dry!!!! Open 365 days of the year 7am to 10pm.

Earnslaw Burn Heli-Hike

Journey deep in to the landscape of Middle earth on this unique adventure. The helicopter will drop you and your experienced guide at the start of the track. Walk through dense forest alongside a glacial stream to emerge at the awe-inspiring Earnslaw Burn, where the hanging glacier looms above and waterfalls cascade all around. Pause to take in the views and enjoy light refreshment. Your helicopter will be waiting to return you to Queenstown. An enchanting journey to put you in the footsteps of the Hobbits.

NZONE - Tandem Skydive

Tandem Skydive in Queenstown with NZONE Skydive - New Zealand's first tandem skydive operation. It takes a certain kind of person to jump from an aircraft into thin air. It takes courage. Harnessed to an experienced jumpmaster, expect sensory overload as you step out of that aircraft door at 15,000ft and for some 60 seconds plummet towards the ground @200kph. Terminal Velocity!