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QUEENSTOWN WILL TAKE YOUR BREATH AWAY WITH ITS NATURAL BEAUTY OF RUGGED ALPINE MOUNTAINS ON THE BANKS OF LAKE WAKATIPU. IT’S THE PERFECT SETTING TO REINVIGORATE YOUR SENSES WITH A HOLIDAY THAT CAN RANGE FROM RELAXING TO ADVENTUROUS. VISITORS CAN ENJOY A GONDOLA RIDE, A CRUISE ON THE LAKE OR THE THRILL OF SHOTOVER JET BOATS THAT DART OVER RAPIDS, WHITEWATER RAFTING, BUNGY JUMPING, ZIPLINING OR SKIIING.

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GO ORANGE RAFTING

GO ORANGE Prepare to experience whitewater rafting in the most scenic environment in the world on the iconic Shotover River. An adventure for all in Queenstown from grade 2 to 5 rapids surrounded by the beauty of New Zealand wilderness. Pairing paddling rapids with the right amount of excitement to get your heart pumping. Start with an unforgettable coach trip through Skippers Canyon, famous for it's exciting cliff edges, enough to get your adrenaline pumping before we hit the water. Your guides are expertly trained and have a keen sense of adventure. They will guide you through canyons, navigate the rapids and the famous 170m Oxenbridge tunnel to finish. Don’t take photos of the river, take on the river. Go Beyond. Duration: 4.5 Hours Departs: 8am, 10am, 1pm & 3pm

GO ORANGE JET BOAT

GO ORANGE Discover Queenstown as we race down the Kawarau river, dart past the Shotover River and pack in plenty of those famous 360-degree spins for 26 minutes or 60 minutes. With V8 engines accelerating you down the river at speeds of 95kmph, you will experience one hour or 25 minutes of exhilarating adventure starting in the heart of Queenstown. We will get you up close and personal with the lakes edge, skimming past trees and any obstacles in our way and be sure to hold on to your hats as we navigate under not one, but two bridges at speed. Our experience is champion in the jet boat game and we can’t wait to give you the ride of your life. Duration: 25 minutes Departs: 10.15am, 11:00am, 11:45am, 12:30pm, 1pm, 1:45pm, 2:30pm, 3:15pm, 4pm, 4:30pm & 5:15pm Duration: 60 minutes Departs: 10am, 11:30am, 1:30pm & 3pm

SIGHTSEEING WITH REAL JOURNEYS

MILFORD SOUND NATURE CRUISE

Get up close and personal with Milford Sound on our leisurely Nature Cruise. Experience the spray of a waterfall as you cruise close to sheer rock faces, benefit from the knowledge of our specialist Nature Guide and watch out for wildlife. • Onboard Nature Guide • Purpose-built glass-roofed luxury coach Duration: 12.5hrs Departs: Daily from Queenstown, Te Anau or Milford Sound

MILFORD MARINER OVERNIGHT

Cruise the length of Fiord to the Tasman Sea with commentary from experienced Nature Guides. Anchor overnight in a sheltered cove and explore the Sound on kayaks or by tender craft. • Scenery including waterfalls, rainforest, wildlife and mountains • Three course dinner and breakfast • Private cabins with ensuites Duration: 2 days/1 night Departs: Daily from Queenstown, Te Anau or Milford Sound

WALTER PEAK BBQ AND FARM SHOW

Enjoy a return scenic cruise from Queenstown Bay, across stunning Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak High Country Farm on our vintage steamship TSS Earnslaw, a farm show and a delicious BBQ Lunch served on the sunny terrace at the Colonel’s Homestead. • Unique dining experience • Farm demonstration • Return cruise on the TSS Earnslaw Duration: 3.5hrs Departs: Daily from Queenstown

DOUBTFUL WILDERNESS DAY CRUISE

Cruise across Lake Manapouri to West Arm, then travel by coach over Wilmot Pass through dense rainforest to Doubtful Sound. Board your catamaran for a spectacular cruise to the Tasman Sea. • 2hr 45-minute cruise in remote wilderness on

Doubtful Sound • Watch for seals, dolphins and penguins Duration: 12.5 hours Departs: Daily from Queenstown, Te Anau or Manapouri

MILFORD COACH/CRUISE/FLY

Flying to Milford Sound onboard one of our quality aircrafts is the ultimate way to experience New Zealand’s dramatic alpine scenery. • 35-minute flight with views over hidden glaciers, lakes and rainforests • Leisurely cruise of Milford Sound with onboard

Nature Guide (Nature Cruise) • Purpose-built glass-roofed luxury coach Duration: Coach/Nature Cruise/Fly, 9.5 hours; Fly/Nature Cruise/Fly, 4 hours

Departs: Daily from Queenstown (subject to weather)

DOUBTFUL OVERNIGHT CRUISE

Board your overnight vessel and settle into your private cabin with ensuite bathroom before a leisurely exploration of Doubtful Sound with your onboard nature guide. • View spectacular waterfalls, wildlife, rainforest and mountains • Explore the Sound by kayaking or tender craft excursion • Three-course dinner and cooked breakfast Duration: 2 days/1 night Departs: Daily from Queenstown, Te Anau or Manapouri (September – May)

QUEENSTOWN ARRIVAL EXPERIENCE

LIMOUSINE SERVICES QUEESNTOWN Experience an exceptional welcome to Queenstown with your own personal meet and greet, a two hour scenic highlights tour of Queenstown and a transfer to your hotel in a luxury vehicle. This bespoke tour is the perfect way to access the best Queenstown has to offer and is an ideal option if you can't check into your hotel straight away. Duration: 2 hours Departs: On request

ALPINE ADVENTURE

THE HELICOPTER LINE If this is your chance to see what it feels like to land high amongst mountain peaks, then take it. And you’ll have that perfect photo in amongst the Southern Alps to prove it. Even in the summer, you may have the chance to touch snow. Duration: 30 minutes Departs: Queenstown

WEST COAST DAY TOURS

GREAT SIGHTS New Zealand's remote West Coast region contains some of the country's most dramatic scenery – wild coastlines, ancient glaciers, picturesque mountain ranges and lush native rainforest. Within the area's five national parks are an array of scenic highlights, including New Zealand's highest mountain, longest caves and famously the lowest and most accessible glaciers in the world, Fox Glacier/Franz Josef. Duration: 8 hours Departs: 8:10am from Queenstown

SHOTOVER JETS QUEENSTOWN

NGAI TAHU TOURISM The only way to experience our Canyons, see their beauty and feel their power, is to come on a journey with us, the world’s most exciting jet boat ride. A unique combination of beauty and power, it’s an experience like no other, blending pristine natural landscape with wall to wall action from start to finish. Proudly owned by Ngai Tahu, the Maori. Duration: 1 hour, 45 minutes Departs: Queenstown

SHOTOVER & KAWARAU RIVERS THRILLING 1 HOUR JET BOAT RIDE

KJET QUEENSTOWN Only KJet offers a 60 minute Jet boat experience with thrills, spins & exhilaration across Lake Wakatipu, Kawarau River, and the famous Shotover River in one of the world’s most stunning locations. KJet races up to speeds of 95KPH travelling 45KM over three waterways. KJet is the original Jet boat experience showcasing 360° spins and 360° views. Duration: 60 minutes Departs: Every hour, on the hour from Main Town Pier, Marine Parade

TANDAM SKYDIVE

NZONE SKYDIVE Harnessed to an experienced Jumpmaster, expect sensory overload as you step out of the aircraft door, and for up to 60 seconds freefall at 200kph/124mph then gently float under canopy taking in the most dramatic scenery New Zealand has to offer until you gently touch down and celebrate accomplishing one of the most memorable experiences of your life! Duration: Approx 3.5 hours (subject to operating conditions) Departs: Every 30 minutes, weather permitting

ZIPTREK ZIPLINE ECOTOUR

ZIPTREK ECOTOURS Ziptrek offers an award winning and fun guided zipline adventures for all ages. Situated at the top of gondola hill with stunning views our tour guides accompany every personalized group of 10 and provide an educational and destination focused tour whilst taking care of all the safety so you can sit back, relax and enjoy the ziplines. Operates all year round in all weather conditions. Duration: 2-3 hours Departs: regularly throughout

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MILFORD SOUND HELI-CRUISE-HELI

THE HELICOPTER LINE Go one step further taking our Milford Sound flight and a Mitre Peak Cruise to experience the Fiordland National Park from the sky, land and water. A remote alpine landing tops off this up close exploration of a UNESCO World Heritage wilderness. Lunch options are available.

Duration: 4 hours Departs: Queenstown

PUZZLING WORLD COMBO ENTRY

PUZZLING WORLD Puzzling World is an iconic, unique & awardwinning attraction that since 1973 has fascinated people of all ages keen to engage in a fun, challenging and sensory experience. With the world’s first 'Mega Maze', a huge Puzzle Café and five incredible Illusion Rooms your notion of reality will be tested! Opening Hours: 8.30am to 5.30pm (Oct to April): to 5pm (May to Sept): 10am - 2.30pm (Christmas Day)

MILFORD SOUND DAY TOUR FROM QUEENSTOWN

23 MACKINNON TERRACE, QUEENSTOWN About hotel & property facilities: Overlooking some of the most spectacular scenery in NZ, Azur is a contemporary luxury lodge consisting of nine private one-bedroom villas, all with uninterrupted views of the mountains and lake. It offers the best of both worlds - the feeling of privacy and remoteness while at the same time it's close to the local scene in downtown Queenstown. Whether guests are looking for privacy, extreme activities, experiencing the local scene or the tranquility of being part of the nature, Azur is the place to stay in Queenstown. GREATSIGHTS The pristine Milford Sound is part of the World Heritage Fiordland National Park in the south west of the South Island, and is famed for its untouched natural beauty and remote atmosphere. It is New Zealand’s best known fiord and the only one that can be reached by road. Duration: 12 Hours and 15mins Departs: 07:20am

AZUR

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HIDDEN, QUEENSTOWN

28 EVERGREEN PLACE, QUEENSTOWN

About hotel & property facilities: Hidden Queenstown is a luxury boutique accommodation choice, situated on the edge of Lake Wakatipu, just minutes from downtown Queenstown. Consisting of four private suites with outstanding views. Ideal for couples or can be booked exclusively for family or friends. A place where you can enjoy complete serenity, while embracing all that Queenstown has to offer.

HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES QUEENSTOWN

CORNER STANLEY & SYDNEY STREETS, QUEENSTOWN

About hotel & property facilities: The brand-new Holiday Inn Express and Suites Queenstown is located on the corner of Stanley and Sydney streets, providing close proximity to the city centre shopping and entertainment. The location also provides easy access to within easy reach of Lake Wakatipu, famous ski destinations, world class golf courses and Queenstown's famous adventure activities. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown is the smart choice for leisure travellers, delivering more where it matters most. The hotel features a gym, sauna, selfserve laundry, and onsite parking, in addition to wellappointed rooms complete with a power shower, black-out blinds, high-quality bedding, choice of pillows, uncapped WiFi and free Express Start Buffet Breakfast or Grab and Go option.

CROWNE PLAZA QUEENSTOWN 93 BEACH STREET, QUEENSTOWN

About hotel & property facilities: Whether you want to ski, hike, adventure or indulge! Crowne Plaza Queenstown has incredible views, the only hotel located the the center of town, right on the lake overlooking the mountains... spacious and modern rooms with balcony access to enjoy the scenery surrounding you. Free WiFi, 1 restaurant, 1 bar, 24 hr reception, valet parking

COPTHORNE LAKEFRONT

CORNER FRANKTON ROAD & ADELAIDE STREET, QUEENSTOWN

About hotel & property facilities: Experience tranquility all year round at Copthorne Lakefront, overlooking the shores of Lake Wakatipu and within walking distance of Queenstown’s central shopping and entertainment area. Popular ski areas such as Coronet Peak is a 20 minutes drive and Remarkables is a 45 minutes drive away.

QT QUEENSTOWN

30 BRUNSWICK STREET, QUEENSTOWN

About hotel & property facilities: Incomparable views over the crystal clear Lake Wakatipu and breathtaking peaks of the Southern Alps set the scene at QT Queenstown. Sitting pretty in nature’s playground, this lush lakeside resort emulates nostalgic alpine and après-ski ambiance – perfect for the pleasure seeking adventurer. Get your luxury with a side of the signature QT quirk in your new favourite place to stay and play in the stunning Southern Alps.

MILLENIUM QUEENSTOWN

32 FRANKTON ROAD, QUEENSTOWN

About hotel & property facilities: The Millennium Queenstown offers contemporary style and a great location, just a 5 minute walk from Queenstown central shopping, entertainment and outdoor activities such as bungy jumping, white water rafting and jet boating. The popular ski destinations of Coronet Peak, Remakables, and Cardrona are also close by. Our 220 guest rooms and suites, meetings facilities, business centre, gym, sauna and spa, feature contemporary city-inspired designed. Most of our accommodation also offers scenic views of Queenstown city and mountains, providing the perfect backdrop to your trip. We are firmly committed to sustainability best practices, constantly reviewing and improving operations to minimise impact on the environment. Features a restaurant & bar, hot tub, sauna, gym, free WiFi.

GIBBSTON VALLEY LODGE & SPA

Located at the heart of the Central Otago wine region, just a 20-minute drive from the Queenstown Airport, Gibbston Valley Lodge & Spa offers luxury accommodation, 5-star personal service, an onsite restaurant and private spa. The 24 private villas feature views over organic vineyards, out towards the mountains of Gibbston. The spacious and luxurious indoor living areas open onto a secluded, covered deck and courtyard. The large bathrooms have a walk-in shower, separate bath and dual basins; as well as premium, locally made beauty products. The Lodge restaurant offers an a la carte menu, designed by Executive Chef, Anthony Gradiska, using organic and sustainably produced ingredients, grown in the chef’s garden or carefully selected from local artisan suppliers. More than just ‘a place to stay’, the Gibbston Valley Lodge & Spa offers guests a fully immersive wine experience through a range of activities and premium package options.

GIBBSTON VALLEY WINERY EXPERIENCES

Many unique activities take place on the Gibbston Valley property. Guests can treat themselves to the best wine activity in Queenstown – The Essential Winery Experience. Guests will explore Central Otago's oldest Pinot Noir vineyard, indulge in a personalised wine tasting with one of the winemakers, followed by a sumptuous winery lunch. Gibbston Valley is also the perfect base for cycling wine tours. The on-site bike centre has hard tail and e-bikes for exploring the Queenstown Cycle Trail, which runs right through the property and alongside the Kawarau River. Riders have the option to add a special picnic with everything they need, from the hamper and rug, to the perfect bottle of Central Otago wine. For those that would like to venture further afield, transport to Queenstown and Arrowtown is available.

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