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Lake Wanaka is a year round haven for anyone with a love of the outdoors and the magnificent unspoilt setting of the Southern Alps and Lakes district. There is so much to enjoy here, two large lakes (Wanaka and Hawea), a multitude of clear blue rivers, including New Zealand’s largest river, the Clutha, and the extensive wilderness playground of nearby Mt Aspiring National Park. The area is a destination for hikers and mountaineers, kayakers, mountainbikers, horse-treking, 4WD tours, canyoning, to sailing and skydiving, hang gliding, scenic flights, jetboat trips and lake cruises.

And then there is the skiing, arguably the best in the country in terms of variety of terrain, length of runs, and the quality of the snow.

Spend a week here, ski or snowboard, relax by the lake, visit the wineries, take a cruise out to an island, hike the Rob Roy glacier, or fly to Milford Sound, and you will begin to understand the special attraction of this jewel among resorts. Spend a lifetime living here and you still won’t want to leave.



Lakeland Adventures
Lakeland Adventures can make your holiday experience complete; a relaxing scenic trip or an adrenaline filled adventure. Jet boat the mighty Clutha River, take a guided fishing trip on Lake Wanaka or cruise the islands for unsurpassed views. Our rentals include aqua bikes, kayaks, mountain bikes, fishing rods and lures, and outboard dingy.
Contact Lorraine / Alan
Address The Log Cabin, Wanaka Lakefront
100 Ardmore Street
Wanaka Freephone 0508 525 352
Phone 64 3 443 7495
Fax 64 3 443 1323
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Southern Alps Air
ONLY $385pp FOR MILFORD SOUND FLIGHT AND CRUISE allow 4hrs was $435. View all the highlights enroute. Glaciers, Mt Aspiring Waterfalls Mitre Peak rugged natural untouched wilderness everywhere. E A personalised experience with in-flight commentary and window seats for all. Best Value Best scenic route. Or Try our Siberia Experience.
Contact Anne Cooper
Address 48 Helwick Street
Wanaka 9305
Phone 0064 3 4434385
Fax 0064 3 4438666
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Wanaka Kayaks
Contact Lindy Clarbull
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NZ Fighter Pilots Museum
The main purpose of the New Zealand Fighter Pilots Museum is to honour and record the history of New Zealand fighter pilots and their crew. The museum tells of these pilots and their deeds in audio, video, photographic and story form. These accounts range from biographies of all the fighter aces to absorbing descriptions of their experiences.
Contact Ian Brodie
Address Wanaka Airport
Phone 64 3 443 7010
Fax 64 3 443 7011
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Massage in Wanaka
Massage Therapy - Clinic and Mobile Service. Central Location & easy parking or we come to your accomodation. 7 days, professional experienced therapists in Sports, Deep Tissue, Relaxation and Apres snow body tune ups. We also stock remedies to support faster injury and muscle recovery. Our focus is on cost effective 'simply good massage'.
Contact Marg Balogh
Address 27 Russell Street
wanaka
Phone 03 443 8448
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Stuart Landsborough's Puzzling World
A great way to stretch the legs and mind is to visit the iconic attraction, Puzzling World, situated at the entrance to Wanaka. Since 1973 this venture has been challenging people of all ages with its 2 storied Great Maze, intriguing them in the incredible Illusion Rooms and testing them in the Puzzle Café. Offering a great day out for all ages, Puzzling World welcomed their 2 millionth customer in January ‘07 and continues to provide affordable entertainment that is world unique, making it a must-see on NZ tour itineraries.
Contact Heidi Landsborough or Duncan Spear
Address Main Highway
Wanaka
Phone 03 4437489
Fax 03 4437486
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Wanaka U-Fly
Imagine the exhilaration of flying a plane with Wanaka U-Fly Adventure Rides —no previous experience required! CAA approved. From $195.00 explore the mountains and beauty of Lake Wanaka region from above. The best way to view ski fields up close and in comfort. Let us guide you from start-up to shut-down through our amazing scenic wonderland.
Contact Ruth Presland
Address 6 Spitfire Lane
Wanaka Airfield
Phone 0800 021 262
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Have a Shot
Shooting and driving range to test your skills and aim. We are located 6-8 mins drive from Wanaka, opposite Wanaka airport and aircraft museum.
Contact Wayne Palmer
Address Mt Barker Road
(opposite Wanaka Airport)
Wanaka
Phone 64 3 443 6656
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Sorted Ltd
Contact Jan McPhedran
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Aspects of Beauty
Tired, action-ed out, or just in need of pampering? Then change the way you feel. Revitalise with our full range of therapies and treatments.
Contact Nova Lee or Trudy Nicolson
Address 61 Brownston St
Wanaka
Phone +64 03 443 5051
Fax +64 03 443 5059
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Wanaka Paintball
Get a team together and have a go (minimum of 10 players)! We operate 7 days a week with flexible times, just 10 minutes from Wanaka. Transport options avaliable.
Contact Hadyn Gledhill
Address Wanaka
Phone 0800 775 288
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Rippon Vineyard
One of the earliest vineyards in Central Otago, Rippon has without doubt the most scenic location in New Zealand and a reputation for fine wine.
Contact Jo Mills
Address Mount Aspiring Road
Lake Wanaka
Phone 64 3 8084
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Pro Active Health & Fitness
ProActive has an extensive range of services, including Group Fitness, Martial Arts, Swiss Ball and Stretch Classes, Physiotherapy, Beauty Therapist, Personal Training services and Therapeutic Massage. The gym has a range of machine and free weight equipment, Swiss balls, stretching areas and Cardio equipment. Phone for daily opening hours.
Contact Jane Adcock
Address 17 Plantation Road
Anderson Heights
Wanaka
Phone 64 3 443 6500
Fax 64 3 443 6504
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Alpine-Class Tours - Personalised Chauffeur
Your personalised exclusive chauffeur service. Your destination, your pace, your leisure... Mountain/Ski Transport - Travel up any of our mountain roads in the warmth and safety of our luxurious Landcruiser. Slide off the heated leather seats, into your skis and go. Pick up service at end of the day, via après-ski if needed. Airport Transfers - We arrange airport pick-ups & drop-offs to create the least amount of stress for you. Custom Made Tours - Tell us what your interests are and we will endeavour to custom build a tour with these in mind. Options include: Milford Sound, West Coast, Off Road Adventures, Wine Tours, Golfing Tours, shopping, or a local sightseeing trip.
Contact Dale and Gerard Gibb
Address PO Box 474, Wanaka
Phone 0800 88 44 33
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Wanaka River Journeys-Glacier Jet
The Matukituki River, fed by Glaciers and surrounded by the peaks of Mount Aspiring National Park is one of New Zealand’s most powerful and pristine Mountain Rivers. Wanaka River Journeys jet boat this fast flowing river past Lord of the Rings locations, watched over by Mount Aspiring and Glaciers. Shallow water jet boating through stunning mountain scenery; learn from your guide of the forces that created this amazing landscape and enjoy a 50 minute walk into native beech forest to a waterfall; the ultimate combination of jet boating, wilderness walk and glaciers.
Contact Sue Pihama
Address Departures from 99 Ardmore Street
Phone +64 03 443 4416
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Cardrona Adventure Park
Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views over golden tussock hills on an unforgetable ATV quad bike tour.
Address Cardrona Road
Highway 89
Wanaka
Phone 64 3 443 1711
Fax 64 3 443 1705
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Wanaka Flightseeing
Scenic flights of discovery, including Milford Sound with boat cruise and more alpine highlights en-route via Mount Aspiring, Glaciers and the Sutherland Falls. Other flight options include Mount Cook & Glaciers or Dart River Safari Combo.
Contact Graeme Lloyd
Address Wanaka Airport, SH6
P.O. Box 105
Wanaka, New Zealand
Phone 03 443 8787
Fax 03 443 8770
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Skydive Lake Wanaka Ltd
Imagine freefalling from 15,000 feet above the most spectacular scenery in the world. Capture views of NZ's highest mountains including all Wanaka ski fields. Skydive Lake Wanaka operates year round, bookings are essential. NZ Tourism Industry Award winners 2008.
Contact Jools Hall
Address P.O Box 322
Wanaka

14 Mustang Lane, Wanaka Airport, State Highway 6, Wanaka
Phone 0800 786 877
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Wanaka Helicopters
We provide high quality, personal, informative flights into the World Heritage Mount Aspiring and Fiordland National Parks and Milford Sound. All flights include remote alpine landings. We have a first class safety record, winning the NZ Civil Aviation Safety Award in 2002. No minimum passenger numbers (except Milford Sound).
Contact Wanaka Helicopters
Address Wanaka Airport, SH6, Wanaka

PO Box 70, Wanaka
Phone +64 3 443 1085
Fax +64 3 443 1086
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Hatch Fishing
Hatch Fly Fishing specialises in sight fly fishing to wild brown and rainbow trout in the Wanaka region. We provide quality equipment (rods, waders etc) and expert knowledge for the experienced angler, as well as patient tuition for the novice. SPECIAL WINTER RATE $430 PER DAY (USUALLY $530) Reservations advised.
Contact Craig Smith
Address 9 Flora Dora Parade
Lake Hawea
Otago
Phone 03 4438446
Fax 03 4436685
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