 Queenstown is the Southern Hemisphere's premiere four
season alpine and lake resort. Nestled on the shores of Lake Wakatipu and overlooked by the majestic Remarkables Range, Queenstown is the perfect destination all year round.
Summer burns hot under blue skies before cool autumn morning's change the leaves to vivid reds and gentle golds. With crisp, clear days and acres of snow covered mountains,
winter is a time for snow enthusiasts, before nature bursts into colourful life during spring.
The town follows the shores of Lake Wakatipu - a deep blue pool of pure mountain water. Framing the picture is The Remarkables range with its purple-brown peaks topped
with snow. Swathes of green decorate the area between town and mountain top.
Queenstown was named because ‘...it was fit for Queen Victoria.’ Certainly it’s lived up to that expectation. Today it’s an exhilarating
alpine resort, perfect for both adventurers and leisure seekers.
 There are year-round action-packed thrills, such as jet boating, white water rafting and parapenting. Queenstown is also the world capital and home of bungy jumping. In winter,
Queenstown turns into an alpine playground - skiers and snowboarders come from all over the world to join in the fun at the annual Winter Festival. On Lake Wakatipu, the vintage
TSS Earnslaw steamer has been beautifully restored to its original condition and takes visitors on daily trips.
Keen golfers shouldn't miss out on an opportunity to play some of the most scenic courses in the world, at award-winning Millbrook Resort, Kelvin Heights, Arrowtown and Frankton.
The area has great rainbow trout, brown trout and quinnat salmon fishing.
Wine tasting is fast becoming one of the more popular ways to see the greater Queenstown region. Join one of the wine tours to Gibbston Valley, Chard Farm
or Peregrine Winery among a number of top class boutique wineries.
Don't miss historical Arrowtown with its quaint, tree-lined streets, miners’ cottages and shops preserved as they were during the 19th century gold rush era, just a
20 minute drive away.
Queenstown Highlights!!
A Shot of Adrenaline
Queenstown is adventure town. There are lots of different ways to get your thrills.
- Take a trip into Skippers Canyon to enjoy a mix of history and high adventure including bungy jumping, rafting, flying fox and jet boating
- Go jet boating on the Shotover, Kawarau and Dart Rivers
- Experience white-water rafting on the Shotover or Kawarau Rivers
- Drift over Queenstown at dawn in a hot air balloon
- Bungy Jump the Southern Hemisphere's highest land based bungy jump - The Nevis Highwire Bungy
- Ride the gondola 450 metre above Queenstown to Bob's Peak to enjoy views of Lake Wakatipu and the surrounding mountains. Get down the fast way - take the luge (a short
raised toboggan for one person seated)
Enjoy a Leisurely Kind of Luxury
Taking it easy isn’t difficult. Relax and soak up the beautiful alpine landscape.
- Cruise Lake Wakatipu aboard TSS Earnslaw, a 100 year old steamboat
- Visit Gibbston Valley and Chard Farm vineyards or follow the Wakatipu Arts
trail
- Meet the feathered locals at Kiwi and Birdlife Park
- Spend a day at Arrowtown, an historic gold mining town that provides an interesting journey back in time. Don’t miss the Lakes District Museum
- Enjoy a Maori concert and traditional ‘hangi’ meal
- Fish for trout and salmon at any time of the year
- Experience high country farm life - horse trekking, sheep shearing, dog trials
The Wonderful Ways of Winter
With the first snowfall of winter, Queenstown shrugs off its red and gold autumn leaves and prepares for alpine fun.
- The internationally acclaimed ski fields of the Remarkables and Coronet Peak offer great runs for skiers and snowboarders of all levels
- Coronet Peak is New Zealand’s only night skiing area. Enjoy the open terrain, half pipes and fresh snow at Cardrona Alpine Resort
- Heli-skiing and heli-boarding will get you high on virgin snow
- Get on board a snowmobile adventure across the wintery landscape
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Modern lakefront resort offering fabulous views from rooms and restaurant/bar. Recently refurbished, ideally set amongst the Southern Alps. 
The Heritage Queenstown is a unique resort, the perfect place to relax in comfort. It is a special place where the ambience, warmth and charm of a european alpine lodge built from centuries old schist stone blends perfectly with the sophistication and comfort of spacious contemporary apartment style living. 
Conveniently located only 1km from the city centre, this beautiful hotel rates among the best in Queenstown. Opened in november 1995, the hotel is elegantly finished in marble and native woods and offers the guest every comfort. 
Safely nestled amongst native bush on the edge of pristine Lake Wakatipu, just 5 miles from Queenstown, Matakauri Lodge offers absolute comfort as well as stunning panoramic alpine views. 
Nestled in a spectacular setting of snowcapped mountains and breathtaking views designed to embody a relaxed New Zealand country lifestyle in unrivalled beauty and luxury. Encounter an award winning world class resort where you will enjoy the ultimate of leisure pursuits luxury accommodation fine dining experiences and a lifestyle which is uniquely Millbrook. 
