TSS Earnslaw Steamship Cruises [ TOP ]

The vintage 1912 steamship TSS Earnslaw is one of the last remaining coal fired passenger carrying vessels operating in the southern hemisphere. It takes you on a cruise of beautiful Lake Wakatipu. Delicious cafe style food and full bar service is available at extra cost. Every cruise allows you plenty of time to explore the TSS Earnslaw's decks and bridge, view the engine room, join in a sing-a-long with the ship's pianist, and enjoy the stunning Wakatipu Scenery. The cruise takes appoximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, Cost: Adl - NZ$35, Chd - NZ$15. ...[more]

Goldfield Jet [ TOP ]

A unique recreation of a gold-mining settlement from the late 1860's built in the heart of Central Otago's gold mining region, complete with working equipment. Blast into the past with a thrilling jet boat ride through the narrow winding Kawarau Gorge, past historic mining relics and sheer cliff faces on the mighty Kawarau River. Also offers goldmining tours (guided or non-guided), horse riding, gold panning, and has a gallery shop and restaurant. Price: Adl - NZ$65, Chd - NZ$35. ...[more]

FunYaks - Dart River [ TOP ]

Involves 45 min scenic drive to Glenorchy: 1 hour 15 min upstream jetboating to the upper reaches of the Dart River. 2 and a half hours easy, leisurely float trip down the Dart River (Grade I); A hearty lunch on the riverside; Exploring the Rockburn Chasm, 8:00 Departure from Queenstown (9:00 in June/July), and 4:30pm Return (5:30pm in June/July). Price: Adl - NZ$215, Chd - NZ$161.25, Transportation: Adl - NZ$14, Chd - NZ$10. ...[more]

NZSKI.COM (Coronet Peak Ski Area / The Remarkables Ski Area) [ TOP ]

Experience the exciting alpine wonderlands of Coronet Peak and The Remarkables ski areas. Enjoy our international standard facilities, including our ski and snowboard school, full range of equipment hire, licensed bar/restaurants and cafes, snowshop and child care facilities. 1. The Remarkables- Day Lift (9am-4pm): Adl - NZ$68, Chd - NZ$34; Afternoon Lift (12.30pm-4pm): Adl - NZ$45, Chd - NZ$22.; Novice Lift (9am-4pm): Adl - NZ$36, Chd - NZ$21; Sight seeing: Adl - NZ$15, Chd - NZ$10. 2. Coronet Peak- Day Lift (9am-4pm): Adl - NZ$71, Chd - NZ$36; Afternoon Lift (12.30pm-4pm): Adl - NZ$48, Chd - NZ$24; Novice Lift (9am-4pm): Adl - NZ$36, Chd - NZ$21; Sight seeing: Adl - NZ$15, Chd - NZ$10. ...[more]

Shotover Jet [ TOP ]

Imagine blasting through the narrow rocky world famous Shotover River Canyons in as little as 10cm of water with 502 cubic inches of adrenaline pumping Chevrolet behind you. Nothing you have experienced will have prepared you for the excitement of a Shotover Jet ride. Speeding through the towering, rocky canyons of the South Island's river of gold. Price: Adl - NZ$85, Chd - NZ$45. ...[more]

Skydive Tandem [ TOP ]

Fly to jump altitude over stunning scenery thousands of feet above the ground, step out the aircraft, freefall for some 60 seconds reaching terminal velocity 200km/hr. No experience necessary. Duration: 3.5 hours. Cost: NZ$245 (9000feet, 30sec. Freefall), NZ$295 (12000feet, 45sec. Freefall), NZ$395 (15000feet, 60sec. Freefall) ...[more]

Walter Peak Farm Excursion [ TOP ]

At Walter Peak High Country Farm gain a fascinating insight into New Zealand high country life. Located on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, there is much you can do - farm excursions with the option of a barbecue lunch, horse trekking and dining in the evening. Prices from NZ$53 for adults and NZ$15 for children. ...[more]

White Water Sledging New Zealand [ TOP ]

The attraction of Sledging is that YOU are in control. You are equipped with a 5mm padded wetsuit, booties, life jacket, helmet and fins for kicking and steering. The Sledges are river purpose designed and may be plastic or foam. Your chest rests on the Sledge and your arms are tucked neatly inside for a good grip and control. They are very buoyant, comfortable, safe and highly manueuvarable. It's fun! You are right in the element as the river is at eye level. It's exciting! You anticipate and position yourself unlike rafting where the guide does all the steering. Costs: Cluthia River - NZ$89, Hawea River - NZ$89, Kawarau River - NZ$109. ...[more]

Skyline Queenstown [ TOP ]

Skyline is reached by Gondola cableway which whisks you smoothly up 450 metres as Queenstown drops away below. Breathtaking views from the top extend almost full circle, from Coronet Peak around to The Remarkables and on to Cecil and Walter Peaks on the other side of beautiful Lake Wakatipu. Gondola: Adl - NZ$15, Chd - NZ$5; Gondola + Buffet Lunch: Adl - NZ$46, Chd - NZ$20.50; Gondola + Buffet Dinner: Adl - NZ$57, Chd - NZ$26; Luge:$5 (1 ride). ...[more]

Fly By Wire / Queenstown [ TOP ]

Queenstown's million dollar Fly by Wire installation opened in June 1998. The plane has been clocked at 171kph (106mph), making it the world's fastest ride. Built of premium grade aircraft materials, using state of the art design and manufacturing techniques, the plane is extremely strong. Powered by a 60hp aircraft engine, it produces an awesome power to weight ratio. Cost: NZ$145 per person. Duration: Maximum 2 hours 30 mins. Six minutes of powered flight, approximately nine minutes in the air. ...[more]

Queenstown Air [ TOP ]

1. Mount Aspiring - The Peaks of Sightseeing A million miles from anywhere yet only an hour's round trip from Queenstown. Circumnavigate the sheer glacial face of snow covered Mt Earnslaw and Mt Aspiring, your journey takes you over scattered glaciers to Skippers Canyon, once home to bigger gold strikes than the Klondyke. This flight is unequalled and rated one of the very best for displaying the diversity of New Zealand's ever changing landscape. Excellent value. Cost: Adl - NZ$239, Chd - NZ$149, duration 1 hour. 2. Wakatipu Highlights - Witness the tranquility of Lakes Wakatipu and Hayes, the ski slopes of Coronet Peak and the rustic charm of Arrowtown. In this 20 minute flight you will understand why the local people choose to live in a sparsely populated region of untamed beauty. Cost: Adl - NZ$129, Chd - NZ$79, duration 20 min. ...[more]

All Hackett Bungy/Queenstown [ TOP ]

1. The Kawarau Bridge. A 43 metre Bungy Jump above the Kawarau River. Situated 20 minutes from the heart of Queenstown. Cost: NZ$125 Per Person. 2. Skippers canyon - Take 4WD '101 Landy' into a rugged canyon deep in the heart of gold rush country for the outback experience of your life. No other bungy trip takes you further into the historic wilderness of Skippers Canyon. At the end of the trail your mission awaits, 229 feet (that's 71 metres) above the Shotover River. After a deep breath and a pause for one last look at the view it's Bungy Time! 3. The Ledge - 2 minute walk to Gondola base from centre of town, Only night bungy jump in Queenstown (during winter season only), Price includes the genuine t-shirt & Gondola pass, One of the world's most visually spectacular bungy sites Cost: NZ$125 Per Person. 4. The Ledge Swing - After being strapped into a full body harness ...[more]