The Adventure Capital
Queenstown is New Zealand’s premier adventure tourism destination — bungy jumping (the original commercial bungy at the Kawarau Bridge), jet boating (the Shotover Jet through narrow canyons at 85 km/h), skydiving over the Remarkables mountain range, white-water rafting, paragliding, and the Skyline Gondola and luge. The town sits on the shore of Lake Wakatipu beneath the Remarkables mountain range, and the landscape — lake, mountains, and the historic gold mining hinterland — provides the backdrop for every activity.
Beyond the adrenaline, Queenstown is the base for Milford Sound day trips, the Gibbston Valley wine region, Arrowtown, Glenorchy (the gateway to the Routeburn Track and Lord of the Rings filming locations), and the Queenstown Trail cycling network.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many days should I spend in Queenstown?
Two to three days covers the headline adventure activities, a Milford Sound day trip, and the Gibbston wine region. Four to five days adds Arrowtown, Glenorchy, and the deeper exploration that the area rewards.