Wanaka guide book

Kristy
Wanaka guide book

Sightseeing

If you have not had a photo in front of that Wanaka tree, have you really been to Wanaka?! ;)
World famous Tree in Lake Wanaka Visit the most photographed tree in New Zealand which started life as a wooden fence post over 70 years ago. Our humble little willow is certainly creating a lot of attention.
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#ThatWanakaTree
59 Wanaka Mount Aspiring Rd
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World famous Tree in Lake Wanaka Visit the most photographed tree in New Zealand which started life as a wooden fence post over 70 years ago. Our humble little willow is certainly creating a lot of attention.
Take a fight to a glacier
Aspiring Helicopters
2211 Wanaka Mount Aspiring Rd
Take a fight to a glacier
A short walk through native beech forest leads to two swing bridges looking down upon crystal clear blue pools. A perfect walk for the kids and a refreshing summer swimming spot. This track is accessed in the Makarora area and is well worth the hours drive.
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Blue Pools Track
Blue Pools Track
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A short walk through native beech forest leads to two swing bridges looking down upon crystal clear blue pools. A perfect walk for the kids and a refreshing summer swimming spot. This track is accessed in the Makarora area and is well worth the hours drive.
Undoubtedly the sparkling jewel in the crown of the National Park and one of the best, and most varied, half-day walks in NZ. The easy / moderate 4-5hour return walk rewards hikers with spectacular views of the Rob Roy Glacier flanked by waterfalls 600ft high.
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Rob Roy Glacier Track
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Undoubtedly the sparkling jewel in the crown of the National Park and one of the best, and most varied, half-day walks in NZ. The easy / moderate 4-5hour return walk rewards hikers with spectacular views of the Rob Roy Glacier flanked by waterfalls 600ft high.
Mou Waho Island is a protected nature reserve in Lake Wanaka accessible only by boat. See bellbird, fantail, Karearea, kereru, tomtit, grey warbler and weka.
Mou Waho
Mou Waho Island is a protected nature reserve in Lake Wanaka accessible only by boat. See bellbird, fantail, Karearea, kereru, tomtit, grey warbler and weka.
Rated one of the "Best Day Hikes" in New Zealand, it's not hard to see what makes the Roy's Peak Track so popular. But be prepared as it is exposed and the weather can change quickly.
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Roys Peak
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Rated one of the "Best Day Hikes" in New Zealand, it's not hard to see what makes the Roy's Peak Track so popular. But be prepared as it is exposed and the weather can change quickly.
Lake Hawea is one of New Zealand’s most stunning lakes and is popular with Kiwis as a holiday spot year round. Only a short drive from Wanaka
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Lake Hawea
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Lake Hawea is one of New Zealand’s most stunning lakes and is popular with Kiwis as a holiday spot year round. Only a short drive from Wanaka
The Lake Wanaka Lookout point gives a 180 degree view from the top of the lake and up the Makarora Valley in the north to Mou Waho Island, a predator free nature reserve, which can be visited by a lake cruise and nature walk from Wanaka.
Lake Wanaka Lookout
The Lake Wanaka Lookout point gives a 180 degree view from the top of the lake and up the Makarora Valley in the north to Mou Waho Island, a predator free nature reserve, which can be visited by a lake cruise and nature walk from Wanaka.

Museum

Visitor complex with classic cars, warbirds, wearable creations and the Sir Tim Wallis Story.
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Warbirds & Wheels
11 Lloyd Dunne Ave
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Visitor complex with classic cars, warbirds, wearable creations and the Sir Tim Wallis Story.
If you love old cars...
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Pambansang Museo ng Transportasyon at Laruan
891 Wanaka-Luggate Hwy
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If you love old cars...

Food scene

Hook is a great family activity. Catch your very own Chinook salmon from the spring-fed fishing lakes then relax while they prepare it for you. Meanwhile the kids can feed the fish, explore the beautiful grounds, play a lawn game or hang out in the sand pit.
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Hook Wanaka - Lake to Plate
49 Monteith Rd
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Hook is a great family activity. Catch your very own Chinook salmon from the spring-fed fishing lakes then relax while they prepare it for you. Meanwhile the kids can feed the fish, explore the beautiful grounds, play a lawn game or hang out in the sand pit.
Just a short drive from Wanaka. Built in 1869 by Harry Maidman, the Luggate Hotel is another iconic watering hole from the gold rush era. A great place to stop for a cold drink, a hearty meal, and a spot of historical reading.
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Luggate Hotel
60 Main Rd
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Just a short drive from Wanaka. Built in 1869 by Harry Maidman, the Luggate Hotel is another iconic watering hole from the gold rush era. A great place to stop for a cold drink, a hearty meal, and a spot of historical reading.

Adventure

Boat, fly and hike or mountain bike. Gather a group of friends or family and come for a hiking adventure to explore one of our local treasures, Minaret Station.
Minaret Station
10 Lloyd Dunn Ave
Boat, fly and hike or mountain bike. Gather a group of friends or family and come for a hiking adventure to explore one of our local treasures, Minaret Station.
Horse Riding & Quad Biking adventures in the mountains at The Cardrona - catering for families & first timers through to the experienced horse & quad bike riders
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The Cardrona Horse Trekking & Quadbiking
2125 Cardrona Valley Rd
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Horse Riding & Quad Biking adventures in the mountains at The Cardrona - catering for families & first timers through to the experienced horse & quad bike riders
A 10km walk through the West Matukituji Valley with beautiful mountain and glacier views. From the 1st December 2019 Aspiring and Liverpool Huts will have a booking system
Aspiring Hut
A 10km walk through the West Matukituji Valley with beautiful mountain and glacier views. From the 1st December 2019 Aspiring and Liverpool Huts will have a booking system

Rainy day

An action packed activity with individually themed climbing challenges that provide exciting active entertainment for everyone. Safe and accessible, you can race your friends speed climbing, navigate the zigzags, even brave the UV light Dark Tower.
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Basecamp Wanaka Climbing Centre
50 Cardrona Valley Rd
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An action packed activity with individually themed climbing challenges that provide exciting active entertainment for everyone. Safe and accessible, you can race your friends speed climbing, navigate the zigzags, even brave the UV light Dark Tower.
You can watch a movie anywhere but where else can you sit in an old Morris Minor or a comfy couch and watch a movie. Not only that but the hot cookies and home made ice cream at intermission are legendary.
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Cinema Paradiso
72 Brownston St
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You can watch a movie anywhere but where else can you sit in an old Morris Minor or a comfy couch and watch a movie. Not only that but the hot cookies and home made ice cream at intermission are legendary.
Realm Virtual Reality is New Zealand's largest fully immersive Virtual Reality experience. Defend your castle from hoards of Orcs, save the world from zombies or battle your friends in a variety of co-op and head to head environments.
Realm VR Wanaka
31 Dunmore St
Realm Virtual Reality is New Zealand's largest fully immersive Virtual Reality experience. Defend your castle from hoards of Orcs, save the world from zombies or battle your friends in a variety of co-op and head to head environments.

Activity

Since 1973 Puzzling World's bizarre buildings, illusion rooms and the famous Great Maze have been baffling brains and challenging perceptions of reality! Offering a great day out for all ages, this is a must-see experience.
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Puzzling World
188 Wanaka-Luggate Hwy
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Since 1973 Puzzling World's bizarre buildings, illusion rooms and the famous Great Maze have been baffling brains and challenging perceptions of reality! Offering a great day out for all ages, this is a must-see experience.
Experience the thrill of freefall from up to 15,000ft and reach speeds of 200kph… all while enjoying unrivalled and uninterrupted views of Wanaka’s world-renowned lakes and mountains
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Skydive Wanaka
Mustang Lane
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Experience the thrill of freefall from up to 15,000ft and reach speeds of 200kph… all while enjoying unrivalled and uninterrupted views of Wanaka’s world-renowned lakes and mountains
Half day adventure on the Lake Cruise and Island Nature Walk to Mou Waho Island on Lake Wanaka
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Eco Wanaka Adventures
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Half day adventure on the Lake Cruise and Island Nature Walk to Mou Waho Island on Lake Wanaka
Sheltered and shallow, Bremner Bay is a favourite among families who picnic and swim here through the warmer months.
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Bremner Bay Beach
2 Aubrey Rd
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Sheltered and shallow, Bremner Bay is a favourite among families who picnic and swim here through the warmer months.