About Wanaka ...
Black Peak View


Wanaka sits on the eastern edge of the Southern Alps and has been attracting tourists since the mid 1850's. The town is positioned at the southern end of New Zealand's 4th largest lake and looks west towards the spectacular alpine scenery.

There is a huge variety of recreational activities which make the most of the natural surroundings... skiing (including cross country and heli), snowboarding, boating, fishing, mountain biking, walking, climbing, horse trekking, kayaking, skydiving.....the list goes on.

Something to please everyone, from the adrenaline seeker to those simply wishing to relax and unwind amongst some of the most spectacular scenery the country has to offer.

 

Lake Wanaka