The first European settlers arrived at the Head of the Lake probably in late 1861. They were shepherds working for William Rees who had taken a lease on all the land at the Head of Lake Wakatipu, east of the Dart River. The three shepherds brought a large mob of sheep overland from Queenstown to…
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Retreat, Retreat! Book yourself into a one day, or multi day retreat to full recharge your mind, body and soul. Choose from a one-day dip into mindfulness, yoga and healthy eating or a week-long odyssey far removed from any mod-cons and distractions where you'll learn a thing or two about being…
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Day One Arrive in Queenstown and take some time to settle into your accommodation, taking in the views, whether you can see the glistening Lake Wakatipu, the soaring mountains, a winding river or lush gardens. Find a restaurant featuring glimpses of the water and mountains and indulge with a…
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DECEMBER TO FEBRUARY Temperatures between 20°C and 30°C Queenstown’s 45° south latitude means that dawn is as early as 5am in summer, while dusk settles around 10pm. The longer days and evenings are perfect for getting outdoors and enjoying the diversity of landscapes and range of things to do…
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Day One Dive into your holiday by visiting Queenstown’s pool complex complete with two hydro-slides and a lazy river. Mum and dad can relax in the adult only hot pool, or keep the fitness levels up in the lap pool while keeping a close eye on the kids. If you’re visiting in summer, the Arrowtown…
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Day One You’re in Queenstown for one thing, adventure! Take your pick today to brush off the cobwebs from your travels with a spot of jet boating, bungy jumping, dirt or quad biking in the back country, or the ultimate thrill, skydiving. It’s time to treat yourself. In the evening, meet some…
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