Queenstown is a natural playground providing the perfect backdrop for a range of activities. If you’re looking for family fun, adventure, or a little relaxation, Queenstown has the ideal mix of activities and attractions. Queenstown is the adventure capital of the world – enjoy jetboating, bungy jumping, white water rafting and skydiving all year round, and in the winter skiing and snowboarding between June and October. If you’re looking for a slightly slower pace there’s plenty of hiking and biking trails, guided tours, boat cruises, scenic flights or spa and wellness centres.
// KAWARAU BRIDGE BUNGY CENTRE //
Visit the Kawarau Bungy Centre 30 minutes drive from central Queenstown, where you can eat, drink, shop, be a part of the action, or enjoy the comfort of the outdoor viewing platform. The worlds first commercial bungy jump is located on the Kawarau bridge, and recently the more modest Zip Ride is available. In peak times bookings are essential.
// ZIP TREK //
// SKYLINE LUGE //
The Skyline Queenstown Luge is a thrilling ride for all ages and abilities, jump on the specialised Luge cart, select your track (slow or fast), then zoom down the Luge tracks – situated at the top of the Skyline Gondola. Then catch the Luge chairlift back to the start zone and do it all over again. Over 800 metres of fun, fast-paced freedom, the Skyline Queenstown Luge is a ‘must do’ activity for all ages.
// SHOTOVER JET //
Speed along the famous Shotover River and deep into the spectacular Shotover River Canyons – an amazing white water ride, as the Shotover Canyon walls tower over you. A must do in Queenstown. If you prefer to stay on dry land, enjoy a meal or coffee at the Cavells cafe and bar overlooking the Shotover jet jetty.
// HIGH-COUNTRY HORSE TREKKING //
If you enjoy a slower – more relaxing day out, take a ride through some of New Zealand’s most pristine countryside. Experience the unique tranquility of the Glenorchy basin with the option of over 100,000 acres to ride on. Operating all year round; 7days a week and can arrange packages of many sorts. Our staff and the owners are all Kiwis and we are looking forward to showing you our part of paradise here in Glenorchy.
// THE EARNSLAW //
A cruise on Lake Wakatipu aboard the iconic steamship the TSS Earnslaw is undoubtedly one of the best ways to experience Queenstown’s famed scenic beauty. The 90 minute cruise across the lake showcases some of Queenstown’s spectacular alpine scenery while offering you plenty of time to explore a piece of Queenstown’s living history – the 103 year old TSS Earnslaw.
You can visit the engine room and see its giant steam engines at work, view the collection of historical photos in our mini-museum, check out the bridge or even join a sing-along with the pianist. Or if you’d much rather, kick back and enjoy a wine or beer or some café-style food at our on-board Promenade Café and Bar.
Visit Real Journeys website for a range of tour types and itineraries.
// SKIING AT CORONET PEAK //
Coronet Peak is Queentowns closest Ski fields – located seven kilometres west of Arrowtown, on the southern slopes of the 1,649 metre peak which shares its name. A popular ski resort for it’s long snow season, well received skiing and snowboarding terrain and quick lift systems. Enjoy the facilities (Ski rental, Ski coaching/lesson packages, Childcare, Snoshop retail store, ski storage) Cafes and restaurants, easy car parking (with a free shuttle service), sealed road and the spectacular view from the top.
// NZONE SKYDIVE //
Skydive in Queenstown and parachute over the stunning Remarkables mountain range and Lake Wakatipu. NZONE Skydive was New Zealand’s first Tandem Skydive operation and is the only one to have won New Zealand’s Supreme Tourism Award. With the largest skydiving plane capacity in New Zealand and having jumped over 250,000 customers to-date, New Zealand’s most experienced Tandem Skydive company is where your challenge awaits!
// QUEENSTOWN RAFTING AND RIVER SURFING //
Take up the challenge and conquer the whitewater of the wild & mighty Shotover River! An exhilarating & action packed adrenalin activity set in a stunningly beautiful natural wilderness. Queenstown Rafting offers a range of trips to suit your budget and time allowance.
