Summer is an amazing time to do all great outdoor activities in Wānaka, like walking, hiking and biking.
Long daylight hours means the days usually don’t end until well after 9:00 pm, giving you plenty of time to explore Wānaka.
Play on the lake with kayaking, paddle boarding, water sports & boating, canyoning or just taking a swim at one of the many beach spots around the lake.
The Summer season in Wānaka runs from the beginning of December to the end of February, with an average temperature of 24°C.
We’ve put together this list with the best hikes in Wānaka (that aren’t Roy’s Peak). You’ll still get the views and the cardio work-out, all while helping us to look after our place while you hike Wа̄naka.
There are many beautiful swimming holes in Wānaka – here are 6 of our favourites.
With over 750km of bike trails to ride, the Wānaka region has some of the most varied terrain in New Zealand.
Feeling overwhelmed with what trails to choose? Here’s a list of our top 6 rides.
Want to see Milford Sound but don’t want to stray too far from Wānaka? We’ve got the scoop on how you can get the Milford Sound experience if you’re short on time or done with driving. Not to mention the views that you just can’t get without taking to the skies.