Within 30 minutes of Wanaka

Roys Peak Track

A classic NZ day walk, located only 10 minutes from Wanaka. Estimated time 5-6 hrs return.

Mount Iron Track

A dog friendly loop located in the heart of Wanaka. Estimated 1-2hrs return.

Bike Glendhu Bay

Bike Glendhu mountain bike park is just a 10-minute drive from Wanaka. Trails for all levels, rentals, ebikes, shuttles, cafe and coaching on-site.

Within 2hrs of Wanaka

Queenstown

Lots to do - adventure activities, vineyards, brewery's, lake trips, Gondola/luge, jet boat, sky diving, bungy jumping, day walks, lake cruise's

Arrowtown

Quaint gold mining town <1 hour from Wanaka, definitely worthwhile visiting

Gibbston Valley

If you love wine, you'll love Gibbston, the heart of Central Otago wine country. There are several vineyards you can visit or even better book yourself into a vineyard tour (no driving required).

Cadrona Valley

Cadrona Distillery, Cadrona Hotel for lunch/dinner

Lake Dunstan Trail

The trail offers cyclists and walkers a challenging 55km ride (Grade 2-3) through unique and fascinating landscapes so characteristic of Central Otago.

Overnight travel from Wanaka required

Milford Sound

Long windy 5 hour drive one way. Best to plan at least one night's accommodation near Milford (Te Anau).

There are bus tours that leave from Queenstown and do a full day's trip.

Beautiful walks and boat cruises at Milford Sound

Mount Cook/Lake Tekapo/Mackenzie Country

Incredible day walks (Muller hut, Sefton Biv, Hooker Valley), dark sky night reserve