Top Experiences in Queenstown (NZ)

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Explore the best of Queenstown, New Zealand, known for its scenic landscapes and thrilling outdoor activities. If you're short on time, consider a quick activity, like this ride in the Southern Hemisphere's highest cable car, which takes you 1,476 feet up to Bob's Peak for a look across Lake Wakatipu. You might enjoy something similar to this trip on the TSS Earnslaw Steamship and a barbecue dinner at a traditional sheep farm dating back to 1850. To wind down after a busy day, you can opt for a relaxing experience, like this visit to the onsen hot pools, where you can soak in pure mountain water in a cedar-lined tub overlooking the Shotover River Canyon.
Historic Steamship Cruise to Walter Peak Farm + BBQ Dinner
5.0
(6)
4 hours
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Small group
Travel back in time on this excursion to the historic Walter Peak High Country Farm, an 1850s sheep farm nestled in the foothills of Walter Peak. The journey begins aboard the TSS Earnslaw Steamship, a vintage steamer from 1912, which takes you from Queenstown to Walter Peak High Country Farm. A...
Skyline Gondola Ride
4.7
(14)
15 minutes
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Ride in the Southern Hemisphere's highest cable car on the Skyline Gondola. Located at the edge of Queenstown, this gondola will take you up 1,476 feet (450 m) to the viewpoint at Bob's Peak, where you can soak in panoramic views extending to Coronet Peak and Walter Peak across Lake Wakatipu. For...
Explore the Dart River on a Jetboat + Ancient Forest Walk
5.0
(3)
4 hours
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Small group
Explore the wilderness surrounding Queenstown with this exhilarating jetboating excursion through the Dart River braided river system. Your guide will take you through the ever-changing shallow channels of the Dart River, and you'll stop along the way to disembark and walk through ancient beech...
Soak in the Onsen Natural Outdoor Hot Tubs
4.4
(7)
1 hour
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Small group
Relax in style at the Onsen Hot Pools, a peaceful cliffside retreat overlooking the Shotover River Canyon. These cedar-lined tubs are filled with pure mountain water heated up to offer a soothing space where you can decompress with the best views in Queenstown. This self-guided visit includes...
New Zealand is home to several endangered bird species
Self-Guided Visit to Kiwi Birdlife Park
5.0
(1)
Small group
Discover the diverse species of New Zealand's native birds with this self-guided visit to Kiwi Park, a 5-acre (2 ha) wildlife center in Queenstown. This family-run park is dedicated to saving New Zealand's endangered species, and you can explore all it has to offer at your own pace during your...
Clear waters of Lake Dunstan
Cycle the Lake Dunstan Trail
5.0
(1)
Connect with New Zealand's nature on this cycling excursion around Lake Dunstan. Ride alongside cliff faces, cross the suspension Hugo Bridge, and stop at a floating coffee cart on the lake on this 35-mile (57 km) trail. Ideal for regular, confident, or more experienced bikers, this...
4WD Excursion to Gold Mining Settlement Macetown
4.3
(3)
5 hours
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Small group
Explore a historic gold mining town with this half-day 4WD adventure to Macetown, a 19th-century settlement and protected reserve. In the morning, you'll be picked up at your accommodation and whisked north into the hills of the Southern Lakes region, crossing the Arrow River, streams, and creeks...
Stirling Falls, Milford Sound
Coach and Cruise to Milford Sound / Piopiotahi
9 hours
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Small group
Explore Milford Sound / Piopiotahi on this bus trip and cruise that will take you to this striking fjord filled with diverse wildlife, dramatic views, and lush rainforests. The day begins with a comfortable coach ride with a stop in Te Anau, the gateway to Fiordland National Park. You'll then...
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