Local tips to make the most of your time in Queenstown From dawn to dusk the ultimate mountain bike adventure awaits. Here are some tips to get 100% out of your trip! Be prepared for all weather Even if the forecast is for blue skies, be prepared to embrace the elements. Bring all your wet weather…
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Where to go to test your limits? For serious airtime: Mini Dream, Wynyard I consider Mini Dream to be the ‘Disneyland’ of mountain biking in Queenstown in the fact that you can have so much fun on the smaller jumps or really push yourself on the larger progressive lines. The limit does not exist…
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Frankton Arm Walkway & Kelvin Peninsula The 10km Frankton Arm walkway is fairly flat and wheelchair friendly. It starts at the Queenstown Gardens, and you can stroll or roll all the way to Frankton alongside Lake Whakatipu admiring the spectacular views. Between Queenstown and Frankton, there is a…
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Snow lovers with access needs have winter fun sorted in Queenstown. Three local ski fields offer adaptive ski programmes dedicated to ensuring you get the most out of your time on the snow, and an annual Adaptive Snowsports Festival brings fun and community to the slopes of the Remarkables every…
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Making Trax Website: www.makingtrax.co.nz Phone/WhatsApp: +64 211 983 091 Email: jezza@makingtrax.co.nz Makingtrax is a not-for-profit founded by adaptive adventure consultant Jezza Williams to grow inclusive tourism in New Zealand. Their directory of inclusive adventures is a great place to start…
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Accessible accommodation in Queenstown Inclusive adventure advocate and accessible tour organiser Jezza Williams says, “Accessible accommodation’s good and plentiful in Queenstown, everything from backpackers to five-star hotels. Queenstown is hilly so it’s a good idea to book accommodation close to…
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1. Coronet Peak is home to Night Ski Coronet Peak’s Night Ski is a must for every skier’s bucket list. Enjoy a front-row seat to Whakatipu Basin’s incredible sunsets before night falls. As the lights come on, shred down wide-open trails until your legs can’t take another lap. Night Ski runs from…
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Skiers and snowboarders are spoiled for choice in Queenstown. There are four ski areas – the closest just 20 minutes’ drive from the bustling town centre – offering world-class terrain and facilities. Beginners can enjoy a friendly atmosphere and lessons to quickly conquer the mountain. Advanced…
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Pinewood Lodge Where: 48 Hamilton Road, Queenstown More info: Pinewood Lodge website Good value central accommodation for school groups, educational groups and sports groups. Another group favourite, popular with schools and colleges. Pinewood also excels at feeding groups, with buffet breakfasts…
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