Wanaka Holidays

Wanaka holidays transport you to a laid-back town on the shores of the pristine and tranquil Lake Wanaka, surrounded by the snow-capped beauty of the Southern Alps. Brimming with outdoor adventures and quirky activities, taking a trip here is like stepping straight into a postcard.

Before you head out into the wilderness, take some time to explore the town itself. Wanaka offers a wealth of fun and unique activities for all the family to enjoy. Find out more about Wanaka’s aviation history at the Warbirds and Wheels Museum, which houses a collection of classic cars and military aircraft. Or for something completely different, check out the surreal world of mazes and illusions at Stuart Landsborough’s Puzzling World. Finally, round off your day with a movie at Cinema Paradiso, complete with sofas, beer and freshly-baked cookies.

Wanaka holidays will ignite your sense of adventure

Thanks to the town’s ideal location between the mountains and the lake, the opportunities for outdoor exploration and adventurous activities on Wanaka holidays are endless. Hit the slopes of the world-renowned ski resorts during the winter, or in summer venture into the mountains and forests on hiking or mountain biking trips. Channel the town’s airplane-focused nature and take to the skies for aerial views of some of the region’s most spectacular landscapes, such as the Milford Sound fiord and Mount Cook, the highest mountain in New Zealand.

To really get your adrenaline pumping, a Wanaka holiday must is a thrilling skydive over the alpine scenery.

Back on solid ground, head to the vast expanse of Lake Wanaka. At 120 square miles, it’s the fourth largest lake in New Zealand. Walk or bike along its scenic shores, glide across its mirrored surface on a kayak, or plunge into its silent depths for a swim when the weather’s warm.

Wanaka’s location in the southwest of New Zealand means it can easily be combined with other South Island destinations like Queenstown and Dunedin for a multi-centre holiday.