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Twizel Must-Do's
Ben Ōhau Peak
Walk Give yourself at least six hours to summit and return via Greta Stream. At the top are views of the Mackenzie Region and its four lakes: Ōhau, Pūkaki, Benmore and man-made Lake Ruataniwha.
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Twizel River Trail
This takes four hours to walk or two to bike and passes some uncrowded swimming holes.
Cycling
Parts of the Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail travel through Twizel so cyclists can easily sample a section or two of the route. Several companies in Twizel hire bikes and e-bikes and provide pick-ups and drop-offs.
Water Rides
Operating from the Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park from September to May, rent anything from transparent kayaks and stand-up paddleboards to swan-shaped pedal boats and water bikes!
Ski Fields
Twizel is well positioned for three excellent ski fields. Mt Dobson and Roundhill Ski Area are a 90-minute drive away; Ōhau Snow Fields is 45 minutes from town.
High Country Salmon Farm
See how salmon is farmed, feed the fish and catch your own.
Ruataniwha Conservation Park
ABOVE: Lake Ruataniwha, Twizel © Jack Austin
This playground for outdoor enthusiasts has walks and bike tracks, fishing, climbing, 4WD and hunting opportunities alongside DOC campsites and huts.
The Musterers Hut
A cosy spot with food, gift shop and mini-golf.
Red Cat Biplane Flights
If a flight in an open cockpit biplane isn’t on your bucket-list, it should be!
Skydive
Jump out of a plane with Skydive Mt Cook, arguably one of the most scenic sky dives in Aotearoa.
Fishing
Enjoy an abundance of lakes, canals and rivers on Twizel’s doorstep, all flush with fish. Licences, gear and guides are all available in town.
Twizel Salmon & Wine Festival
With a new venue at Lake Ruataniwha, enjoy boutique wines, craft beer and salmon. 2022 will mark the 17th festival, held on the last Saturday of February.
