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Lake Wanaka, South Island

Visit Lake Wanaka, New Zealand

Visit Lake Wanaka, New Zealand

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Rivaling Queenstown with its picture-perfect setting, Wanaka sits on the southern willow-clad shore of Lake Wanaka and is the gateway to Mount Aspiring National Park.

The sheer magnitude of snow-capped surrounding peaks, often reflected on the glacial waters of the lake itself, are on every side, bright with alpine flowers in the summer months and clad in snow and glaciers through the winter, with deep forested valleys, rugged rock faces and secluded flats.

Exploration is by scenic flights, bush walks or jet boats.

The 'Siberia Experience'

Flight over Mount Aspiring National Park, Siberia Experience, WanakaThe ‘Siberia Experience’, offered by one tried and trusted local company, takes you by light aircraft for stunning views of Mount Aspiring National Park, drops you in Siberia Valley for a three-hour walk through native beech forest into Wilkin Valley where you then board a jet boat for a thrilling and scenic ride — pure New Zealand.

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Suggested itineraries featuring Lake Wanaka

Our itineraries will give you suggestions for what is possible when you travel in Lake Wanaka, and they showcase routes we know work particularly well. Treat them as inspiration, because your trip will be created uniquely by one of our specialists.

Map of Lake Wanaka

Places & hotels on the map

    Places near Lake Wanaka

    Photos of Lake Wanaka

    • Mount Roy, near Wanaka, New Zealand
      Mount Roy, near Wanaka, New Zealand
    • Lake Wanaka, New Zealand
      Lake Wanaka, New Zealand
    • Franz Josef to Lake Wanaka, via the Haast Pass, Franz Josef Glacier
      Franz Josef to Lake Wanaka, via the Haast Pass, Franz Josef Glacier
    • Lake Wanaka
      Lake Wanaka
    • Lake Wanaka
      Lake Wanaka
    • Wanaka, New Zealand
      Wanaka, New Zealand
    • Wanaka Tree, Lake Wanaka
      Wanaka Tree, Lake Wanaka
    • The famous Lake Wanaka Tree
      The famous Lake Wanaka Tree

    Accommodation choices for Lake Wanaka

    We've selected a range of accommodation options for when you visit Lake Wanaka. Our choices usually come recommended for their character, facilities and service or location. Our specialists always aim to suggest properties that match your preferences.

    • View from Weka Cottage, Mahu Whenua
      Responsible Choice

      Mahu Whenua

      Lake Wanaka
      Opulent

    Ideas for experiencing Lake Wanaka

    Our specialists seek out authentic ways to get to know the places that could feature in your trip. These activities reflect some of the experiences they've most enjoyed while visiting Lake Wanaka, and which use the best local guides.

    • The Siberia Experience
      Jet boat, Siberia Experience

      The Siberia Experience

      The Siberia Experience

      The Siberia Experience offers you a selection of New Zealand's best adventurous activities all in one day.

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