Take the opportunity whilst in Queenstown to explore some of the regions best attractions and activities.
Milford Sound Day Tours
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 Milford Sound is simply stunning and one the natural highlights of any visit to New Zealand’s South Island. It is a natural wonder of world fame. In Maori legend, the fiords were created not by rivers of ice, but by Tu Te Raki Whanoa, a godly figure who came wielding a magical adze and uttering incantations.
Whatever the fiord’s mood - teeming with rain or with sun glistening on deep water – it will inspire you. In the foreground of the fiord stands the legendary Mitre Peak, a remarkable presence dominating the skyline.
Milford Sound is approximately 5 hours by coach, each way, from Queenstown
Queenstown Wine Tour
www.queenstownwinetrail.co.nz
With Queenstown as its gateway, Central Otago wines are celebrated throughout the world for their fine quality and innovative style. This is the world's southernmost wine-producing region, where the shaly soils and hot dry summers offer perfect wine growing conditions. The most sought after and acclaimed of local wines is the Pinot Noir, as well as Riesling, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay and sparkling white.
Dart River Jet Boat Safari
www.dartriverjetsafaris.com
Queenstown’s Dart River Jet Safari offers a unique combination of exciting braided river Jet Boating, breathtaking scenery, Maori heritage and inspiring adventure. Explore this World Heritage Area steeped in legend and mystery with a journey that
includes 3 full hours of classic Jet Boat action as the expert driver negotiates the shifting shallow braided channels of the magnificent glacier-fed Dart River and adds to the excitement with thrilling jet spins. From the comfort of the fully-equipped
Jet Boats, discover the spectacular beauty that makes up the unforgettable Dart River scenery, as well as have the option of a short walk to hidden rock pools deep in Mount Aspiring National Park.
Shotover River Jet Boat Adventure
www.shotoverjet.com
Acknowledged as the World’s most famous Jet Boat Operation, many imitate Shotover Jet – but for sheer excitement, no one comes close.
Shotover Jet operates in the spectacular Shotover River Canyons. It’s a thrilling ride – skimming past rocky outcrops at close range in the Shotover Jet ‘Big Red’ as you twist and turn through the narrow canyons at breathtaking speeds. And a major highlight – hold tight for the world famous Shotover Jet Full 360° spins!
Skiing Options
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Queenstown is home to unquestionably some of the most incredible ski fields and mountain ranges in the world. Regular bus services operate from Queenstown to Coronet Peak, Cardrona and the Remarkables. Fantastic slopes are available for skiing, snowboarding.
Coronet Peak
Queenstown’s Coronet Peak is the South Island's most popular ski area. Its diverse terrain, breathtaking views, and its nearness to Queenstown make for an unforgettable snow experience. Coronet Peak has 280 skiable hectares accessed by a six seater express chair, an express quad, a T-bar, a double chair, magic carpet and beginner tow.
Coronet Peak's resort ski area is situated just 25 minutes from the centre of Queenstown and access to the area is excellent, by sealed road. It has a reputation for some of the finest and most diverse terrain in the Southern Hemisphere. In fact,
Coronet Peak's terrain is rated so well it’s even good when the sun goes down – night skiing, exclusive to Coronet Peak, allows skiers and riders to continue skiing well into the night.
The Remarkables
The Remarkables are situated on the south-eastern shore of Lake Wakatipu, a 45-minute drive from Queenstown. Comprising of three sunny sheltered bowls, the ski field is 220 hectares (540 acres) with 5 lifts, which comprises of 3 quad chairs, 1 beginner tow and 1 magic carpet. The longest run to be found at The Remarkables is 1.5km. The mountains were allegedly named The Remarkables because they are one of only two mountain ranges in the world which run directly north to south.
Cardrona
Cardrona Ski Slopes are one of the best New Zealand has to offer, with a vertical rise of 390m and a terrain of 320 hectares. The average annual snow fall at Cardrona is 2.7 metres. The mountain offers 2 quad chairlifts, 1 quad express chairlift, 3 magic learner lifts and 1 platter beginner lift with a lift capacity of 7800 people per hour. Encompassing three valleys Cardrona is suitable for all levels of skier, from beginners through to the experienced. Cardrona is situated just 57 kilometres from Queenstown, and takes approximately an hour by coach. |
