Activities

Aspiring Helicopters are based in the Matukituki Valley on the gateway to the Mt Aspiring National Park. Their most popular flight is Mt Aspiring & Glaciers, taking passengers right up close to the glaciers and includes 2 landings. They can provide snow landings year round.

Puzzling World is a world-unique attraction with an eccentric theme! Take some amazing photos of the crazy buildings and toilets, the Illusion Rooms must be seen to be believed and the worlds first 'modern-styled' Great Maze is excellent fun for the whole family.

2 in1 flying fun: a chance to fly the plane and also view the stunning scenery of Lake Wanaka, glittering Mount Aspiring and her hidden glaciers. 100% pure New Zealand. 5 tour options available. Your guide will lead you through the simplicity of flight, as you experience the magical Southern Alps region. Our attitude is towards personal service and safety, you are flying with the best.

Lake Cruise & Mou Waho Island Walk – Unique & alive with birdlife.

Rob Roy Glacier Guided Walk–day walk, the “Jewel” of Mt Aspiring National Park.

Boat Fishing- Catch Salmon, Rainbow or Brown Trout; equipment supplied.

Have you ever dreamed of experiencing a piece of aviation history, to step back in time where Pilots were larger than life, and heroes to all those who lifted their eyes skyward to the sound of an old Tiger Moth flying overhead

The exhilaration of the open cock-pit, and the wind in your face,  the freedom and romance of flight from  Lake Wanaka, one of the most spectacular scenic locations in New Zealand.

Descend the spectacular world class canyons of the Matukituki valley.
Explore your way through crystal pools and native forest.  Plunge down water polished chutes, abseil down waterfalls.  
Deep Canyon guides day trips through a spectacular world of water sculpted rock and sparkling, crashing waterfalls.  

Harris Mountains Heliski has an extensive variety of exclusive terrain to ski/board in Wanaka. Using the highest available terrain offers variety and guarantees reliable snow conditions. Small groups and personalised guiding offer the perfect escape from the everyday. Daily options include three, four and seven run days and private charters.

Pioneer Rafting operates unique eco rafting adventures on New Zealand's largest river ~ the Clutha Mata-Au. Our rafting trips combine a nature experience with easy whitewater ideal for first-timers and families.

Situated on the western shores of Lake Wanaka, Rippon Vineyard and Winery boasts premium wines and striking views. The family owned and operated vineyard is home to 15 hectares of vines and open for tasting year round (except for May and June).

An adrenaline inducing aerobatic ride – feel your body pulse as you rocket skywards – experience Lake Wanaka like never before.  Upside down, inverted…., feel the G’s.  Pure adventure – there’s nothing like it.  Strap yourself in and let the Silver Demon take you on a hell of a ride!!. In the world famous Pitts Special. 

It's not every day that you strap yourself to a beautiful stranger and leap from a perfectly good aircraft ! Welcome to Skydive Lake Wanaka - New Zealand's most spectacular, multi award winning, high altitude tandem skydive !  Freefall from 15,000 feet and capture your massive freefall smile on camera!

Aspiring Air is based out of Wanaka Airport and has been in operation for over forty years.  We specialise in scenic flying from Wanaka to Milford Sound and also to Mt Cook taking in the Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers.

Wanaka Flightseeing offers ‘Flights of Discovery’ to Milford Sound with uninterrupted viewing over the Southern Alps, including Mount Aspiring, hanging valleys and crystal clear alpine lakes, and more...

Wanaka Kayaks offer freedom rentals and guided tours.

Superb quality sea kayaks and sit-on-tops for families. Fun for everyone.

Prices from $10. Look for our white van and trailer opposite Subway.

The best way to see Roy's Bay.

Experience Central Otago’s finest wines with a personalised full or half day wine tour. This region is world-famous for its high-quality Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris and Riesling.

All tours are geared toward a small group size to give you an intimate, relaxed and flexible experience.

Watersports Wanaka is the only charter Watersports Company in New Zealand.  Offering Wakeboarding, Waterskiing, Wakesurfing, Biscuiting and Banana Boating.  Specialising in first timers, catering right through to the professional level... as fast, hard and challenging as you like!

Welcome to Funny French Car Tours

We offer unique, quirky and fun wine tasting and or sightseeing tours throughout the Central Otago region in our classic Citroen cars either the quirky 2cv or the luxurious DS. Each tour is personally tailored and flexible, come enjoy a memorable day of fun with Funnyfrenchcars.  

Discover some of the most stunning and beautiful scenery in New Zealand with personalised or packaged scenic helicopter rides from Wanaka with Alpine Helicopters.

Our helicopter tours offer an amazing aerial introduction to the breathtaking Southern Alps, and the World Heritage listed Mount Aspiring and Fiordland National Parks.

Warbirds Over Wanaka International Airshow is a biennial Easter weekend extravaganza, the largest Warbird Airshow in the Southern Hemisphere and is not to be missed.  WWII history is recreated in exciting scenarios both in the air and on the ground.

Aspiring Guides have been guiding the NZ Southern Alps for over 20 years.  Specialising in guided ascents of Mt Cook and Mt Aspiring. Introductory and advanced mountaineering courses. Amazing winter ice climbing, ski/snowboard touring adventures & backcountry avalanche courses.

Wild Walks by Aspiring Guides.  Take a walk on the wild side!  Get off the tourist trail & discover real NZ trekking.  Remote and challenging routes, uncrowded trails and camps, light packs, good wholesome food, professional guides & breathtaking scenery!