Wanaka

WANAKA Relax in the foothills of the Southern Alps at Wanaka, home to boutique wineries and artisan produce. Lake Wanaka and nearby Lake Hawea feature sparkling clear water and glorious alpine vistas. Wanaka is also the gateway to Mount Aspiring National Park, with towering peaks, spectacular glaciers, thundering waterfalls, rivers and valleys.

SEE • Take in breathtaking views over Lake Wanaka on the 16 kilometre Roys Peak Track

DO • Conquer one of the highest waterfall cable climb in the world at Wildwire Wanaka • Challenge your perceptions of reality at Wanaka’s Puzzling World

EAT & DRINK • Try single malt whisky at Cardrona Distillery

WHAT’S ON Ideas Festival 3 to 5 April Warbirds Over Wanaka International Airshow 10 April The Extravaganza Fair November (dates to be confirmed) Wanaka Beer Festival December (dates to be confirmed) Lake Wanaka

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MCDOUGALL ST C A R D R O N A V A L L E Y R D A R D M O R E S T 1 PUZZLING WORLD 4KM Wanaka

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PUZZLING WORLD Puzzling World is an iconic and world-unique attraction that since 1973 has been fascinating people keen to engage in a fun, challenging and sensory experience. Encouraging problem solving, exercise and fun, they invented the modern maze format with over-bridges and underpasses to create the world’s first 3D Great Maze. The popular Illusion Rooms are sure to challenge reality as five unique rooms, along with ever-changing ‘walls of wonder’, exhibitions and the latest displays boggle the mind! Also boasting the popular Puzzle Centre, café, gift shop and wacky toilets, come and enjoy Wanaka’s wonderful world of weirdness!

Includes: • Admission to Puzzling World Operator: Puzzling World Open: 8:30am – 5:30pm daily

MILFORD SOUND FLIGHT & CRUISE Visit Milford Sound, 8th Wonder of the World by air and enjoy the spectacular landscape as you fly through two World Heritage National Parks and across the rugged Southern Alps. Discover Glaciers galore, plunging waterfalls, hidden lakes, rivers, native rainforest and many more Alpine highlights as you travel deep into the mountains. Fly the full length of the Fiord before landing and joining the scenic cruise. Return on a different flight path. Window seats for all. Unforgettable memories.

Includes: • 1 hour 30 minute return scenic flight • 2 hour scenic boat cruise • Tea, coffee and water Operator: Southern Alps Air Duration: 4 hours Departs: Daily from Wanaka Airport at 8:45am, 1:45pm

SIBERIA EXPERIENCE Head to Mount Aspiring World Heritage National Park for this Fly-Walk-Jetboat Adventure. Explore the New Zealand wilderness beginning with a 25 minute spectacular scenic flight. View glaciers, waterfalls and many alpine highlights as you travel through the rugged Southern Alps before landing among the mountains in the remote Siberia Valley. Set off on a seven kilometre nature hike through the mountains which leads you to the beautiful Wilkin Valley. Finish with an exciting and scenic 30 minute jet boat safari back to base.

Includes: • 25 minute scenic flight • 3 hour self-guided walk • 30 minute jet boat ride • Use of water shoes Operator: Southern Alps Air Duration: 4 hours Departs: Daily from Makaroa Tourist Centre between 8am – 1pm

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LAKE CRUISE & ISLAND NATURE WALK Visit this unique and magical island birdlife reserve located only a 30 minute scenic boat cruise on Lake Wanaka to the remote Mou Waho Island Nature Reserve. Discover the island’s secret – a lake on top of an island! Have fun meeting the cheeky and rare flightless Buff Weka, extinct on mainland New Zealand since 1920 but able to thrive on this predator-free island sanctuary. Take an optional one hour guided bush walk to the island’s lake and enjoy high tea on top of the island, overlooking the lakes and admire the panorama of the Southern Alps. Your guide will stop and point out things of interest on your walk to the islands’ summit. Plant a native tree on the island as part of this eco-experience.

Includes: • Guided scenic walk • 30 minute Lake Wanaka cruise • Morning or afternoon tea Operator: Eco Wanaka Adventures Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes Departs: Daily from Wanaka Marina Jetty at 9am, 1:30pm

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20 Studholme Road, Wanaka (WKA) MAP PAGE 102 REF. 1

From $ 218 *

❖ Two bedroom apartments have cooking facilities, great for families ❖ Rejuvenate in one of the seven outdoor rock pools ❖ Sanctuary Day Spa offers a variety of treatments Sargood Drive, Lake Wanaka (WKA) MAP PAGE 102 REF. 2

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❖ Wanaka’s only hotel directly on the lake edge ❖ Day spa, tennis court and bikes available ❖ Opt for a suite which have cooking facilities

From $ 231 *

Location: Set in a stunning mountain landscape, a short drive from Lake Wanaka and a great starting point for outdoor activities. Distances: Town centre 2km. Property Features: Rock pools (7), Pools (2), Restaurant, Bar, Room service, Day spa, Gym, Sauna, Guest laundry, Parking (free), 128 rooms. Room Features: Kitchen with microwave (2 Bedroom), Tea/coffee making facilities, Cable TV, Washer/dryer (2 Bedroom). Max Capacity: Standard/Guest/Studio/1 Bedroom – 2, 2 Bedroom – 4, 2 Bedroom Family – 6. Location: Discover pristine rivers, waterfalls and native forests at the nearby Mount Aspiring National Park or try one of the 750 kilometres of walking trails within Wanaka. Distances: Town centre 2km. Property Features: Helipad, Restaurant, Bar, Room service, Day spa, Children’s playground, Putting green, Sauna, Spa, Tennis courts (2), Bicycle hire, Bathrobes, Safe, 24 hour reception, Parking (free), 104 rooms. Room Features: Lake views, Balcony or patio, Cable TV, Limited cooking facilities (except Hotel). Max Capacity: Hotel – 3, 1 Bedroom Suite – 4, 2 Bedroom Suite – 6.