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Location Description

Centrally located in the South Island – Wanaka is in the heartland of the high country lakes district. Our intimate village is the ideal place for a relaxing holiday. Well placed for access to the West Coast, Mt Cook National Park and Fiordland. A leisurely drive to Queenstown takes an hour. Daily scheduled coach and shuttle buses link the township of Wanaka, Hawea, Makarora and the West Coast, Christchurch, Dunedin and Mt Cook. Also available are daily flights from and to Christchurch.

When summer arrives it brings with it long, hot days. Lake Wanaka is the ideal location for water sports, fishing, mountain biking or a lazy day relaxing on the beach enjoying the BBQ. Wanaka is dotted with many fine restaurant and cafes with mouth watering cuisine and coffee.

Located at the foot of the Mt Aspiring National Park, Wanaka offers a range of walking tracks, a leisurely day trek or for the nature lovers set off into the wilderness for a few days.

Summer is a great time of year to taste the many superb wines Central Otago produces on a fantastic tour of the area, then sit back, relax and take in the majestic scenery.

Visitors Centre

Visitor Information Centre Wanaka
Ardmore Street PO Box 147
Wanaka
Ph: (03) 443 1233
Fax: (03) 443 9238
Email: wpa@wanaka.co.nz
Web: www.wanaka.co.nz

Attractions

• The jewel at the heart of the Wanaka region is Mount Aspiring National Park. Mountains, lakes and rivers are there for all to enjoy and explore from vigorous climbing to tramping. The last light of day falling across lake and mountains is unforgettable.

• Warbirds Over Wanaka Bi-Annual International Air show, the most spectacular warbird airshow held in the Southern Hemisphere. For three days over Easter, Lake Wanaka becomes centre-stage for an extravaganza of aerial action never seen before in New Zealand. See some of the most famous warbirds in the world join forces with the classic aircraft of yesteryear and the modern jets of today to present a veritable feast of aviation attractions. On the ground, a variety of military vehicles, vintage machinery, fire engines and an aviation trade expo will vie for your attention. Warbirds Over Wanaka International Airshow is the complete entertainment package for the whole family.

• For outdoor activities the region has everything. Mountain biking, climbing, sailing, kayaking, skiing to paraponting, garden-art & craft tours and photographic safaris are here for all those who prefer quiet discoveries. We are famous for our NZ Fighter Pilot Museum and Rippon Vineyard.

• Lady Prembroke – a 16 metre by 7 metre self drive houseboat sailing the beautiful waters of Lake Wanaka.

• Wanaka Fishing Safaries – Enjoyable, rewarding fishing in magnificent alpine settings. Bring your own tackle or use ours. Overnight trips and accommodation to suit your needs.

• Scenic Cruises – Fiordland travel brings the dramatic beauty of Milford Sound within reach for that adventure of a lifetime.

Facilities

• Adventure Centre
  Local adventure activity booking centre
  Ph: (03) 443 9422

• Adventure Consultants
  High altitude guiding in Mt Cook and Mt Aspiring National Parks
  Ph: (03) 443 8711

• Aspiring Images
  Photography, homestay, 4WD scenic eco tours
  Ph: (03) 443 8358

• Cardrona Alpine Resort
  Late June to Mid October - Ski, Board & Stay
  Summer for mountain biking & alpine hiking
  Ph: (03) 443 7341
  Email: infor@cardrona.co.nz

• Treble Cone Ski Area
  Late June to mid October
  Ski & board, summer mountain biking
  Ph: (03) 443 7443
  Email: tcinfo@treblecone.com

• NZ Fighter Pilots Museum
  Ph: (03) 443 7010
  Email: nzfpm@xtra.co.nz

• Rippon Vineyard
  Wine tasting and cellar door sales
  Ph: (03) 443 8084
  Email: rippon@xtra.co.nz

• Stuart Landborough's Puzzling World & Great Maze
  The great maze, hologram hall, amazing tilted houses, puzzle room & tea rooms
  Ph: (03) 443 7489

Transport

• Apex Car Rentals
  ph: (03) 442 8040

• Bus Company
  Daily transport to all ski areas and other transport arrangements by request
  ph: (03) 443 8755

• Criffel Peak Safaris
  4 Wheel all terrain vehicle adventures with great views and experience.
  Ph: (03) 443 1711

• Gin Raspberry Bus Co
  Specialist tours for Alpine walking, wildlife & goldfields
  Ph: (03) 443 8152

• Wanaka Connexions
  Daily transfers between Wanaka & Queenstown
  Ph: (03) 443 8237

Community

• Lakes District Language School
  English Language School
  (03) 442 4045

• New World Supermarket
  Dunmore Street, Wanaka
  (03) 443 7168

• Wanaka Store
  68 Ardmore Street, Wanaka
  (03) 443 7173

Primary Schools

• Arrowtown School
  (03) 442 1854

• Hawea Flat School
  (03) 443 1467

• Makarora Primary School
  (03) 443 8342

• Makarora School
  (03) 249 5816

• Wanaka Primary School
  (03) 443 7687

Secondary Schools

• Mt Aspiring College
  (03) 443 9901

• Mt Aspiring College Foundation
  PO Box 82, Wanaka
  (03) 443 7106
  Email: mtaspiring@xtra.co.nz

Sport

• Air Wanaka
  (03) 443 7900

• Alpine and Heli Mountain Biking
  (03) 443 8943

• Alpine River Guides
  (03) 443 9023

• Deep Canyon Experience
  (03) 443 7922

• Fishing & Hunting Services
  (03) 443 9257

• Mount Aspiring Guides
  (03) 443 9422

• Mountain Recreation Ltd
  Guided treks & Climbs in the Mt Aspiring & Mt Cook Areas
  (03) 443 7330>

• NZ Backcountry Saddle Expeditions
  (03) 443 8151

• Tandem Skydive Wanaka
  (03) 443 7207

• Wanaka Golf Club
  (03) 443 7888

• Wanaka Helicopters
  (03) 443 1085

• Wanaka Paragliding
  (03) 443 9193

• Wilkin River Jets - Makaroa
  (03) 443 8351