Top 5 Natural Sights in Queenstown
The world’s most spectacular natural sights and also popular with travellers from all walks of life.And travelling around by hiring a car in Queenstown gives you the ultimate freedom.
Here's the list of best places to visit in Queenstown.
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Queenstown’s mountains, lakes, rivers, and valleys are just waiting for your footprints. So get outside and enjoy its natural beauty with a Queenstown nature experience.
Queenstown and the surrounding Southern Lakes region are stunning natural playgrounds with outdoor adventures, wildlife encounters and nature experiences for everyone. Take a guided nature walk to learn about the local flora and fauna, get up close and personal with kiwi or tuatara (New Zealand’s very own pre-historic lizard, it’s a true dinosaur!), see seals and dolphins as you kayak on a fiord, or choose from any of the other amazing experiences on offer that will help you get in touch with nature.
Take the time to walk quietly, hear the sounds of our environment, and see the true nature of Queenstown – majestic, uninterrupted beauty.
The region’s geography, flora, and fauna are incredibly diverse and can be explored via a range of stunning trails. Short scenic walks abound from Queenstown’s town centre and the inspiring grandeur of Fiordland and Mount Aspiring national parks is within easy reach.
Source — Queenstownnz.co.nz
Skyline Queenstown offers a whole day’s worth of fun things to do for the whole family!
Located an easy five-minute walk from central Queenstown, Skyline Queenstown offers awe-inspiring views of the region and an abundance of entertainment and adventure experiences.
Journey on our iconic Gondola up Bob’s Peak to enjoy award-winning cuisine in our scenic Stratosfare Restaurant & Bar, explore the galaxy with a Stargazing Tour or enjoy the Skyline Luge, our very own thrilling downhill ride!
Skyline also offers access to scenic Queenstown activities such as walking tracks in the Ben Lomond Reserve, mountain bike trails in the Queenstown Bike Park and breathtaking views from our viewing deck and Market Kitchen cafe.
Visiting the Skyline Gondola and Luge is a must-do on your trip to Queenstown, New Zealand.
Source — Skylineenterprises.co.nz
Visitors are spoilt for choice on this trail network, which dishes up sublime scenery while linking many of the attractions the Queenstown region is famous for. Multiple access and bike hire points, open landscapes and clear signage make for easy navigation, while wide, smooth terrain means riders can keep their eyes front and camera at the ready.
The trail website suggests rides of various lengths and levels of difficulty. At the leisurely end of the scale is the Lake Wakatipu Ride starting in Queenstown’s colourful municipal gardens and hugging the lakeshore through to Frankton and beyond, back-dropped by the Remarkables and passing cafes along the way.
Gold rush-era Arrowtown is the starting point for the intermediate Arrow River Bridges Ride that takes in photogenic bridges, country lanes and an old gold miners’ road to historic Kawarau Bridge, site of the world’s original Bungy jump operation and a chance to strike the big bounce off the bucket list.
Kawarau Bridge signals the start of the Gibbston River Ride, an easy meander through the ‘Valley of the Vines’ and a brilliant way to explore the wineries lining this iconic Central Otago landscape.
There are plenty of return rides and loops, but flexible shuttle pick-ups also enable one-way rides throughout the network, offering the ultimate in cycle tour freedom.
Source — Newzealand.com
Lake Wakatipu is the third largest lake in New Zealand and at 84 km long, it’s also the longest. Its name comes from Maori, Whakatipu wai-māori, which could mean “growing bay” or “bay of spirits”, depending on the translation of the historic Southern dialect.
The Z-shaped lake was carved out by a glacier more than 15,000 years ago during the last ice age. It’s a magical lake with its own ‘heartbeat’ – the lake rises and falls by about 20cm every 27 minutes. The best place to see this is at Bob’s Cove.
The phenomenon is a lake seiche, or ‘standing wave’. A combination of the mountains, which rise dramatically out of the lake, wind and atmospheric pressures causes the water to sway back and forth.
Source — Experiencequeenstown.com
Any time of the year is good for a lavish escape to Queenstown but the town and its surrounds really shine when it comes to winter escapes. Ski slopes, roaring fires, red wine, stunning views and a blanket of snow that brings out the adventurer in everyone; Queenstown in winter is a wonderland like no other.
And what better way to explore it than in a new MINI Countryman. What’s Hot New Zealand took one with the ALL4 all-wheel-drive option for a spin down to Queenstown and it was perfect for keeping out of trouble on sweeping highway bends and the occasional patch of ice as well.
The elevated roof racks mean it’s easy to add a rooftop storage box. We thought we would need this to allow plenty of room for suitcases (one only half-full, of course, so we’ve got a room for some treats from Queenstown’s many boutiques) but the new Countryman is 4.3m long and has 450 litres of passenger and luggage capacity.
That’s 100 litres more than the previous model and plenty for our purposes. The MINI’s leather seats were just as comfortable at the end of the drive down from Christchurch as at the beginning, and keeping the music cranking and navigation on the rack was as easy as pushing a button. That’s because right in the middle of the dashboard is the Centre Instrument.
Flanked by an interactive LED display ring, this one control covers all your entertainment and navigation functions. Whatever you want from your winter escape – excitement, spectacular scenery, relaxation, big nights out, history and heritage, or getting out into nature, Queenstown and the surrounding towns can provide it – and then some!
Source — Destination-nz.com
Spend a day enjoying water sports and dining with unbeatable views at Queenstown Beach. This small beach is at the water’s edge of Queenstown’s town centre on the shores of Lake Wakatipu. Queenstown Beach is a short strip of sand and shingle beach, framed by a lush green lawn that’s ideal for those that don’t want to get sand in their shoes.
The beach is perfect to enjoy on one of Queenstown’s long summer days when the sun stays up until late in the evening. Lay down a towel and bask in the sunshine and take a swim in the cool, shallow water. Admire the views of jagged mountain peaks, such as Mount Nicholas and Walter Peak. In winter months, heavy snowfall in the mountains makes the views even more spectacular.
Go to the Main Pier, at the northern edge of the beach, to find tour operators and water sports centres. Rent aqua bikes, kayaks, paddleboats, and stand-up paddleboards to explore the lake at your own pace. Half- and full-day guided kayak and stand-up paddleboard tours are also possible. While you are on the water, visit neighbourhoods on Lake Wakatipu, including Kelvin Heights and Sunshine Bay.
Source — Expedia.com
Queenstown’s mountains, lakes, rivers, and valleys are just waiting for your footprints. So get outside and enjoy its natural beauty with a Queenstown nature experience.
Queenstown and the surrounding Southern Lakes region are stunning natural playgrounds with outdoor adventures, wildlife encounters and nature experiences for everyone. Take a guided nature walk to learn about the local flora and fauna, get up close and personal with kiwi or tuatara (New Zealand’s very own pre-historic lizard, it’s a true dinosaur!), see seals and dolphins as you kayak on a fiord, or choose from any of the other amazing experiences on offer that will help you get in touch with nature.
Take the time to walk quietly, hear the sounds of our environment, and see the true nature of Queenstown – majestic, uninterrupted beauty.
The region’s geography, flora, and fauna are incredibly diverse and can be explored via a range of stunning trails. Short scenic walks abound from Queenstown’s town centre and the inspiring grandeur of Fiordland and Mount Aspiring national parks is within easy reach.
Source — Queenstownnz.co.nz
Discover the Queenstown Skyline
Located an easy five-minute walk from central Queenstown, Skyline Queenstown offers awe-inspiring views of the region and an abundance of entertainment and adventure experiences.
Journey on our iconic Gondola up Bob’s Peak to enjoy award-winning cuisine in our scenic Stratosfare Restaurant & Bar, explore the galaxy with a Stargazing Tour or enjoy the Skyline Luge, our very own thrilling downhill ride!
Skyline also offers access to scenic Queenstown activities such as walking tracks in the Ben Lomond Reserve, mountain bike trails in the Queenstown Bike Park and breathtaking views from our viewing deck and Market Kitchen cafe.
Visiting the Skyline Gondola and Luge is a must-do on your trip to Queenstown, New Zealand.
Source — Skylineenterprises.co.nz
The Queenstown Trail
The trail website suggests rides of various lengths and levels of difficulty. At the leisurely end of the scale is the Lake Wakatipu Ride starting in Queenstown’s colourful municipal gardens and hugging the lakeshore through to Frankton and beyond, back-dropped by the Remarkables and passing cafes along the way.
Gold rush-era Arrowtown is the starting point for the intermediate Arrow River Bridges Ride that takes in photogenic bridges, country lanes and an old gold miners’ road to historic Kawarau Bridge, site of the world’s original Bungy jump operation and a chance to strike the big bounce off the bucket list.
Kawarau Bridge signals the start of the Gibbston River Ride, an easy meander through the ‘Valley of the Vines’ and a brilliant way to explore the wineries lining this iconic Central Otago landscape.
There are plenty of return rides and loops, but flexible shuttle pick-ups also enable one-way rides throughout the network, offering the ultimate in cycle tour freedom.
Source — Newzealand.com
Queenstown Lake Wakatipu
Lake Wakatipu is the third largest lake in New Zealand and at 84 km long, it’s also the longest. Its name comes from Maori, Whakatipu wai-māori, which could mean “growing bay” or “bay of spirits”, depending on the translation of the historic Southern dialect.
The Z-shaped lake was carved out by a glacier more than 15,000 years ago during the last ice age. It’s a magical lake with its own ‘heartbeat’ – the lake rises and falls by about 20cm every 27 minutes. The best place to see this is at Bob’s Cove.
The phenomenon is a lake seiche, or ‘standing wave’. A combination of the mountains, which rise dramatically out of the lake, wind and atmospheric pressures causes the water to sway back and forth.
Source — Experiencequeenstown.com
Mini Escape: Queenstown
And what better way to explore it than in a new MINI Countryman. What’s Hot New Zealand took one with the ALL4 all-wheel-drive option for a spin down to Queenstown and it was perfect for keeping out of trouble on sweeping highway bends and the occasional patch of ice as well.
The elevated roof racks mean it’s easy to add a rooftop storage box. We thought we would need this to allow plenty of room for suitcases (one only half-full, of course, so we’ve got a room for some treats from Queenstown’s many boutiques) but the new Countryman is 4.3m long and has 450 litres of passenger and luggage capacity.
That’s 100 litres more than the previous model and plenty for our purposes. The MINI’s leather seats were just as comfortable at the end of the drive down from Christchurch as at the beginning, and keeping the music cranking and navigation on the rack was as easy as pushing a button. That’s because right in the middle of the dashboard is the Centre Instrument.
Flanked by an interactive LED display ring, this one control covers all your entertainment and navigation functions. Whatever you want from your winter escape – excitement, spectacular scenery, relaxation, big nights out, history and heritage, or getting out into nature, Queenstown and the surrounding towns can provide it – and then some!
Source — Destination-nz.com
Queenstown Beach
The beach is perfect to enjoy on one of Queenstown’s long summer days when the sun stays up until late in the evening. Lay down a towel and bask in the sunshine and take a swim in the cool, shallow water. Admire the views of jagged mountain peaks, such as Mount Nicholas and Walter Peak. In winter months, heavy snowfall in the mountains makes the views even more spectacular.
Go to the Main Pier, at the northern edge of the beach, to find tour operators and water sports centres. Rent aqua bikes, kayaks, paddleboats, and stand-up paddleboards to explore the lake at your own pace. Half- and full-day guided kayak and stand-up paddleboard tours are also possible. While you are on the water, visit neighbourhoods on Lake Wakatipu, including Kelvin Heights and Sunshine Bay.
Source — Expedia.com
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