Location: Wanaka
Top Things to do in Wanaka
What to do and see in Wanaka, South Island: The Best Sights & Landmarks
The South Island town of Wanaka appeals to both adventure lovers and relaxation-minded travelers. Situated on the crystal-clear waters of New Zealand's fourth-largest lake, just a short drive from Mount Aspiring National Park, Wanaka is an ideal spot to go fishing, hiking, skiing, wine-tasting or golfing. The city also hosts Warbirds Over Wanaka, the largest three-day air show in the Southern Hemisphere.
Restaurants in Wanaka
1. Criffel Tours and Experiences
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 17 reviews
Come and experience life on an authentic family-run working deer farm. Take a 4wd tour, meet and feed our friendly alpaca, sheep and visit our majestic deer as they grace, with stunning panoramic views and interactive farmyard. A visit to Criffel Station is an experience not to be missed! Tours: Join us for a family-friendly 4wd adventure through Criffel Station to the heights of the Criffel Range overlooking Wanaka. We’ll start with a look around the station and the farming operation before heading up into the hills in the comfort of our luxury 4wd vehicle for an authentic high country experience and a morning or afternoon tea you won’t forget in a hurry. See the awe-inspiring beauty of alpine New Zealand through the eyes of a high country farming family… We’d love to show you around the special place we call home. Explore Tour - Get close to our friendly animals and have an opportunity to feed them. They love having their photo taken too!
2. Snow Farm NZ
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 547 reviews
Snow Farm NZ is now open for winter from the 20th June 2020 until Sunday 20th September. We offer backcountry hut overnight stays, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and a Snow Fun Zone with tubing which is great for young children. A visit to this resort is a great way to experience the beauty of New Zealand's alpine environment and take in views of the stunning Southern Alps. We have have a small cafe where you can soak up the view and enjoy hot soup, fries, hot drinks, slices and more.
Reviewed By jrbriscall - Wanaka, New Zealand
Sam Lee and his amazing team run a very professional. customer-centric operation; dedicated to giving you, be this your first time XC skiing or a regular expert, the best possible experience on their beautifully maintained trails and world class equipment!
3. Beacon Point Walk
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 50 reviews
Reviewed By trottz555
If you want to do a bike ride that doesn't take all day, then do this one. Track is pretty much flat all the way and the scenery is eye opening. Thoroughly recommend, especially for oldies
4. Wanaka Lavender Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 375 reviews
Enjoy a breathtaking walk through our beautiful flower fields at the Wanaka Lavender Farm, play a garden game, relax over a cup of herbal tea and interact with the friendly resident farm animals. Sample some of the many fragrant products produced on site.
Reviewed By Tracyv369 - Auckland, New Zealand
Even though the main lavender flowering season is over you could still get the overall impression plus they had many other beautiful flowers still in bloom including dahlias and roses - grouped together by colour. The farm animals were cute. There were many odds and ends to look at, lots of lavender coloured items - even a lavender coloured tractor. There were lots of lovely things on display for safe in the gift shop and even though we didn't stop there as had other plans - the café looked nice also.
5. Wanaka War Memorial
6. The Neck
7. Lake Wanaka Lookout
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By mikelalv - Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain
It definitely will not leave you disappointed! All the lookouts are so lovely and beautiful! Go for a nice drive and stop when you can, the backdrop keeps changing depending on where you stop! The whole drive around route 6 is stunning all the way back to Fox Glacier!
8. That Wanaka Tree
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 315 reviews
Reviewed By Explore33983631731 - North Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Well what you can say about this iconic tree. New Zealand's most famous tree. Also known as That Wanaka Tree, 100-year old willow tree stands alone in the cool water of Lake Wanaka at Roys Bay. In the early 1900s the tree started its life as a fence post in that very spot – just a branch chopped off a large willow plugged in the ground, amazing!!! Lots of people around taking photos. Few people out with their drones over the lake/tree. Beautiful place to stop, unwind have a beer and chill. Car park was about a 5 min walk to the tree.
9. Millennium Walkway
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By 422iana - Dunedin, New Zealand
Quite a quirky and interesting timeline. Did it as we walked to the tree in the water. I love history so the timeline was interesting to walk along and see world history.
