What to do in Queenstown Lakes District

Activities, attractions and tours

A boat docked at a pier with mountains in the background.
A calm lake with mountains in the background and a single tree in the center.
A lake surrounded by mountains, a small boat with people, and a clear blue sky.
A lake surrounded by mountains, a small town, and a clear sky.
A coastal town with a lake surrounded by mountains, a small island, and dense forested areas.

Things to do

TSS Earnslaw Cruise on Lake Wakatipu

TSS Earnslaw Cruise on Lake Wakatipu

CA $90
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
TSS Earnslaw Cruise on Lake Wakatipu
TSS Earnslaw Cruise & Walter Peak Farm Tour

TSS Earnslaw Cruise & Walter Peak Farm Tour

CA $121
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
TSS Earnslaw Cruise & Walter Peak Farm Tour
Christchurch to Queenstown via Lake Tekapo and Mt Cook

Christchurch to Queenstown via Lake Tekapo and Mt Cook (1 way)

CA $319
per adult
Christchurch to Queenstown via Lake Tekapo and Mt Cook (1 way)
TSS Earnslaw Cruise with Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Dinner

TSS Earnslaw Cruise with Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Dinner

CA $159
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
TSS Earnslaw Cruise with Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Dinner
Wanaka Water Taxi Mou Waho Island Tour

Wanaka Water Taxi Mou Waho Island Tour

CA $111
per adult
Wanaka Water Taxi Mou Waho Island Tour
TSS Earnslaw Cruise & Barbecue Lunch

TSS Earnslaw Cruise & Barbecue Lunch

CA $159
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
TSS Earnslaw Cruise & Barbecue Lunch
Wānaka to Queenstown: A Self-Guided Drive via the Crown Range

Wānaka to Queenstown: A Self-Guided Drive via the Crown Range

CA $11
per traveller
Wānaka to Queenstown: A Self-Guided Drive via the Crown Range
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Milford Sound Coach & Cruise Tour

Milford Sound Coach & Cruise Tour

Activity duration is 7 hours and 30 minutes
9.2 out of 10 with 108 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $203 per adult
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From Queenstown: Skippers Canyon Jet Boat Ride

From Queenstown: Skippers Canyon Jet Boat Ride

Activity duration is 3 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 232 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $183 per adult
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Queenstown: Hydro Attack Shark Ride

Queenstown: Hydro Attack Shark Ride

Activity duration is 15 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 4 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $143 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Milford Sound Full-Day Experience with Nature Cruise & Lunch ex Queenstown

Milford Sound Full-Day Experience with Nature Cruise & Lunch ex Queenstown

Activity duration is 12 hours and 30 minutes
9.4 out of 10 with 112 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $302 per adult
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QUEENSTOWN ICE BAR - Queenstown’s Premium Ice Bar Experience

QUEENSTOWN ICE BAR - Queenstown’s Premium Ice Bar Experience

Activity duration is 1 hour
9.8 out of 10 with 37 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $52 per adult
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What to do in Queenstown Lakes District

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A night scene with a lake, a tree with colorful lights, mountains, and a city skyline with lights reflecting on the water.

Lake Wānaka

9.4/10 (957 reviews)
Enjoy gorgeous hiking trails and deserted beaches at this pristine lake with the magnificent backdrop of the Southern Alps.
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Day trip destinations from Queenstown Lakes District

A calm lake surrounded by mountains under a clear sky.

Wānaka

A mountainous town with a lake, surrounded by forest and clouds.

Queenstown

A coastal town with mountains in the background and a body of water in the foreground.

Arthur's Point

A street lined with shops, including a hotel and a cafe, with cars parked on the side.

Arrowtown

A beach with turquoise water, people walking, and snow-capped mountains in the background.

Glenorchy

A lake surrounded by mountains and greenery.

Lake Hayes

A calm lake with mountains in the background.

Kinloch

A lake surrounded by mountains and rocky shores.

Lake Hawea