Queenstown is New Zealand’s southern playground – a true resort for all seasons. In winter a real snow sports paradise, in summer an outdoor lifestyle and leisure resort.
There is just so much to do it is hard to know were to start. Let’s just say adrenalin junkies get high here! For those less inclined to want to scream loudly, the scenery just takes your breath away. An alpine lake surrounded by towering mountain peaks. Aaah – bliss!
Recommended visitor attractions and activities in Queenstown
Cruise on the historic TSS Earnslaw steamship
Ride the Skyline Gondola
Take a Shotover Jet Boat Ride
Visit “Lord of the Rings” country on a 4WD tour
What's your preferred level of activity?
Action adventure Sky diving; Fly by Wire; skiing; snowboarding; paragliding; bungy jumping; hang gliding; indoor climbing; snow mobile tours; river boarding; Shotover Canyon Swing; rungway climb.
Moderate activities White water rafting; jet boating; parasailing; sailing; canoeing; horse riding; mountain biking; golf; motorcycle tours; guided walks; fishing; hot air ballooning.
Children and young families Luge rides from the Skyline gondola; family adventures rafting; Kingston Flyer steam train; Kiwi Birdlife Park; Underwater World aquarium; Walter Peak farm visit.