There’s no place in the world like Queenstown - even its setting with the Remarkables and Lake Wakatipu feels like stepping into a fairytale. This place is the adventure capital, with bungy jumping, jet boats and hundreds of white knuckle activities to get your adrenaline pumping. However, Queenstown also offers a lot for those wanting something more placid, whether that’s incredible views, stunning trails and great wineries. Queenstown is a must for any visitor to New Zealand.
Quick Summary
Top Tip: Parking is a nightmare in Queenstown, so staying within walking distance of the town centre will make your life a lot easier.
When to go: Queenstown is a year round destination, with ski season in the winter and adventure in the summer. Autumn and spring are the best times to avoid the crowds but still be able to do most of what the area has to offer.
Peak Season: December - January (summer school holidays)
Off Season: Oct - Nov (except school holidays)
Best of Queenstown
Lake Hayes is gorgeous, surrounded by mountains and rolling hills. On a calm day the reflections in the water are a perfect mirror image of the landscape. As well as the full Lake Hayes Walkway, we’re sharing where to get the perfect reflections, how to find the picturesque wooden jetty and not one but two rope swings!