Lake Wanaka

The fourth largest lake in the country

Lake Wanaka is the fourth largest lake in the country. In the lake is an unusual island called Mou Waho. The town of Wanaka is unspoiled, and not overcrowded, and visitors are not expected to do anything but enjoy the peace and quiet. Very different from nearby Queenstown. Most visitors come here to swim, fish, boat and hike.

Numerous hikes are available in the area around Lake Wanaka, ranging from one hour to four days. Among them is a tough hike to the top of Mount Roy (1578m). The length of this climb is 8 km long and it only goes up. This hike starts 6 km from Wanaka on Mt Aspiring Road.

Nearby flights

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Wanaka Tigermoth aerobatic sightseeing flight

Wanaka Airport

Not for the faint-hearted! This sightseeing flight includes some of the aerobatic skills of the bygone era. Experience the excitement of the early flyers and their flying machines; the smell of oil and aviation fuel, combined with the aroma of fresh leather. As you don the old-style leather flying helmet, complete with flying goggles and silk scarf, experience the excitement of being taken back in time to the nostalgia of a bygone era. The exhilaration of the open cockpit and the wind in your face! Enjoy a scenic flight over the city of Wanaka, including Lake Wanaka, Lake Hawea, and surrounding areas. This flight takes you to some of the most stunning scenery in the South Island with the backdrop of Mt Aspiring National Park and the Southern Alps.

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Wanaka Tigermoth sightseeing flight

Wanaka Airport

Take a sightseeing flight around Wanaka and see breathtaking New Zealand scenery in a Vintage Tigermoth. Experience the excitement of the early flyers and their flying machines; the smell of oil and aviation fuel, combined with the aroma of fresh leather. As you don the old-style leather flying helmet, complete with flying goggles and silk scarf, experience the excitement of being taken back in time to the nostalgia of a bygone era. The exhilaration of the open cockpit and the wind in your face. Discover the freedom and romance of a vintage scenic flight from Wanaka, one of the most spectacular scenic locations in New Zealand.