Queenstown

South Island

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Queenstown is located in the Otago region, on the banks of Lake Wakatipu, in the southwest of New Zealand’s South Island. It has a population of 15,800 people it is known as a destination to practice winter sports in New Zealand.

It has earned the nickname of the adventure capital since it offers the most daring athletes the possibility of practicing extreme sports like bungee jumping, cannoning, paragliding or rafting. Others will also find more relaxing options like hiking or sightseeing tours to see the magnificent natural scenery.

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Top things to do in Queenstown

Hire a kayak or sail on a steamboat by the bays of Lake Wakatipu.
Immerse yourself in the beauty of the natural environment offered by Mount Aspiring National Park, one of the highest peaks in New Zealand.
Visit the region of Central Otago and cycle along Otago Central Rail Trail.
Visit the most famous street markets in the city: Creative Queenstown Arts and Craft Markets and Remarkables Market.
Taste the best wines and cheese in the Valley of the Vines at Amisfield and Gibbston Valley wineries.
Enjoy delicious New Zealand gastronomy at Skyline Restaurant.
Visit Arrowtown, just a 20 drive from Queenstown, which preserves about 60 protected buildings from the gold rush.

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Weather in Queenstown

Located in an alpine climate region, Queenstown has winters of clear blue skies and snowy mountains. Summer has long mild days, although temperatures can reach 30 °C, and winters are cold with abundant snow, making it a paradise for winter sports lovers.

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Queenstown is also a paradise for the cinephiles, with famous locations and movie sets from films like the Lord of the Rings trilogy and the Hobbit. Visit for an experience so immersive, you will feel like an actual character!

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South Island

The South Island, named Maori Te Waipounamu, is the larger and southernmost island of New Zealand but is only home to 23% of the country’s 5.1 million inhabitants. It is defined by the Southern Alps, with 3,724 metres high Aoraki Mt. Cook, its lakes, glaciers and national parks. In the southwest is Fiordland National Park, and in the north is Abel Tasman National Park, known for its golden beaches and ocean kayaking. Queenstown is known as the adventure capital for bungee jumping and skiing.