Things to do in Wānaka

Activities, attractions and tours

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Wanaka Water Taxi Mou Waho Island Tour

Wanaka Water Taxi Mou Waho Island Tour

P5,010
per adult
Wanaka Water Taxi Mou Waho Island Tour
Queenstown to Wānaka: A Self-Guided Gibbston Valley Driving Tour

Queenstown to Wānaka: A Self-Guided Gibbston Valley Driving Tour

P493
per traveler
Queenstown to Wānaka: A Self-Guided Gibbston Valley Driving Tour
Wānaka to Queenstown: A Self-Guided Drive via the Crown Range

Wānaka to Queenstown: A Self-Guided Drive via the Crown Range

P493
per traveler
Wānaka to Queenstown: A Self-Guided Drive via the Crown Range
Skydive Wanaka

Skydive Wanaka

P12,939
per adult
Skydive Wanaka
30-minute Virtual Reality Experience Inception

45Min Classic VR (max 3 games)

P2,343
per adult
45Min Classic VR (max 3 games)
From Wanaka: Ruby Island 1-Hour Cruise and Photo Walk

From Wanaka: Ruby Island 1-Hour Cruise and Photo Walk

P2,018
per adult
From Wanaka: Ruby Island 1-Hour Cruise and Photo Walk
'Express' Wine Tour & Māori Culture Wānaka

'Express' Wine Tour & Māori Culture Wānaka

P6,812
per adult
'Express' Wine Tour & Māori Culture Wānaka
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Wanaka: Milford Sound Glacier Flight & Scenic Nature Cruise

Wanaka: Milford Sound Glacier Flight & Scenic Nature Cruise

Activity duration is 4 hours and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 26 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 27,520 per adult
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Wanaka: Black Peak Helicopter Hike with Alpine Hut Stay

Wanaka: Black Peak Helicopter Hike with Alpine Hut Stay

Activity duration is 2 days
Free cancellation available
Price is P 69,760 per adult*
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Wanaka Parasailing

Wanaka Parasailing

Activity duration is 1 hour
Free cancellation available
Price is P 5,232 per adult
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What to do in Wānaka

Popular places to visit

Rippon Weinberge, Ruby Island, Lake Wanaka, Otago, Südinsel, Neuseeland

Rippon Vineyard

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Rippon Vineyard during your travels to Wānaka. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Rippon Vineyard
Warbirds & Wheels

Warbirds & Wheels

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Warbirds & Wheels in Wānaka. Discover the mountain views and spas in this walkable area.

Warbirds & Wheels
Wānaka Lavender Farm

Wānaka Lavender Farm

Enjoy an outing to Wānaka Lavender Farm during your stay in Wānaka. Stroll along the lakeside in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Wānaka Lavender Farm
Mount Iron Lookout

Mount Iron Lookout

You can learn about the history of Wānaka when you stop by Mount Iron Lookout. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Mount Iron Lookout
Wānaka Golf Club

Wānaka Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Wānaka at Wānaka Golf Club. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

Wānaka Golf Club
Puzzling World

Puzzling World

Baffling optical illusions, quirky displays and a twisting maze make this fun attraction near Wanaka an unforgettable experience for the whole family.

Puzzling World
Pembroke Park

Pembroke Park

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Pembroke Park, a lovely green space in Wānaka. Stroll along the lakeside in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Pembroke Park
National Transport & Toy Museum

National Transport & Toy Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at National Transport & Toy Museum in Wānaka. Discover the mountain views and spas in this walkable area.

National Transport & Toy Museum
Wānaka Beerworks

Wānaka Beerworks

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Wānaka Beerworks during your trip to Wānaka. Discover the mountain views and spas in this walkable area.

Wānaka Beerworks
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Frequently asked questions

Is Wānaka worth visiting?
Famous for its watersports and nature, discovering awesome things to do in Wānaka is simple. Be sure to add Roys Peak to your trip itinerary while here.
How do I spend a day in Wānaka?
Start your adventures with a visit to Mount Iron Lookout and Warbirds & Wheels. Then, tour different parts of Wānaka for local dining and some souvenir shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Wānaka?
The top tourist attraction in Wānaka is Roys Peak, so make sure to put it on your sightseeing list.
Is three days enough to stay in Wānaka?
Three days will be enough time to tick off popular city sights, such as Roys Peak, Mount Iron Lookout and Warbirds & Wheels. The average stay in Wānaka is two days. If you have the urge to extend your vacation, Arrowtown isn't far away.
What are some activities to do in Wānaka with kids?
Whether you're vacationing with young explorers or playful teenagers, a schedule filled with fun activities makes a big difference. Take a look at our recommendations for what to do in Wānaka with kids.

What to do in Wānaka for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food connoisseur or outdoor explorer, there are plenty of things to do in Wānaka for adults including Wānaka Beerworks and Rhyme and Reason Brewery.
Are there free things to do in Wānaka?
In Wānaka, Roys Peak is a top spot for anyone looking to enjoy the city without opening their wallet. Also, wander around the green spaces and other neighborhoods, and ask a local tour guide for tips. It's a simple way to learn about the best free things to do in Wānaka.

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