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Queenstown is the adventure capital of the world. Home of many firsts, our love of thrills and spirit of innovation is an invitation to share in our passions and embark on an adventure.
Queenstown has been shaped by many different people, cultures and lifestyles from its earliest days—but it’s Queenstown’s pioneering spirit and sense of adventure that leaves a lasting impression on those who visit.
Known as the adventure capital of the world and home to the latest and greatest adventures, there is no shortage of Queenstown adrenaline activities for anyone looking to test their limits. From bungy jumping and tandem skydiving, to river surfing, canyon swinging and speeding through our surrounds by jet boat, many of these iconic experiences were pioneered right here in Queenstown.
From indoor thrills to adventures high above the clouds, in the water or on the land, there are many ways to explore Queenstown. Get the heart pumping and immerse yourself in our natural surrounds with outdoor adventures from mountaineering and climbing, hiking, mountain biking, rafting and kayaking.
If living life full-speed isn't quite your thing, the cruisier side of Queenstown is not hard to find, and it’s full of leisurely experiences with wow-factor. Embark on a beautiful lake cruise, a sightseeing expedition by air or a breath-taking scenic tour on land.
Choose your Queenstown adventure and experience something new.
Queenstown Adventures
Test Your Limits in Queenstown
There’s a good reason why Queenstown is known as the adventure capital of the world. Gather your courage and discover why first hand.
Read MoreWays to Get Your Outdoor Adventure Fix in Queenstown
From rivers to mountaintops, Queenstown’s natural playground offers some of New Zealand’s best outdoor adventures. Here’s your must-do list.
Read MoreQueenstown's Easy Adventures
It’s not all intense thrills and adrenaline junkies around here. The cruisy side of Queenstown is easy to find, and full of stunning experiences.
Read MoreFun Adventure Activities for Kids
Discover Queenstown’s adventure playground with your family. Adventures for parents and kids to boost confidence and create memories of a lifetime.
Read MoreThrills for Adrenaline Seekers
Get your heart pumping and feel alive with a Queenstown adrenaline experience. Free-fall at 200km, leap from New Zealand's highest bungy, the worlds's biggest swing, hurtle down the world's steepest zipline or soar high above Queenstown on a tandem paraglide. Step up to the challenge and escape your everyday.
Outdoor Adventures in Queenstown
Whether you’re an experienced mountain biker or hiker, or you’re keen to try a new adventure activity, Queenstown will inspire you to push your limits. Welcome to nature’s playground for epic outdoor adventures, where everyone can play, no matter what age or ability.
Queenstown Adventures for Everyone
It’s not all thrills, spills and adrenaline junkies in Queenstown. The cruisy side of our idyllic alpine resort is full of incredible leisurely experiences from lake cruises to scenic tours on land and sightseeing expeditions by air. Choose your Queenstown adventure and experience something new.
Five Unforgettable Ways to Explore Queenstown by Land
You don’t have to get out on the lake or up in the sky to experience some of Queenstown’s best adventures. Here are five of the most rewarding and exciting land based adventure activities to get you up close and personal with Queenstown’s landscapes.
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10 Things To Do in Summer in Queenstown
Warm days, long evenings and dazzling starry nights make summer in Queenstown irresistible. Here are ten top Queenstown summer highlights from easy to extreme. Which adventures will you put on your holiday hit list?
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Meet Queenstown’s Extreme Sports Enthusiasts
Meet the local adventure guides who have chosen to make extreme sports in Queenstown their full-time gig.
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Active Adventures to Recharge Your Batteries in Queenstown
Relaxation and recharging your batteries isn’t all about spas, massages and long lunches. Here's your guide to active, outdoor adventures that will allow you to unwind, switch off from everyday life and recharge those batteries.
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Nine Adrenaline Rushes Only Found in Queenstown
Whether you get your kicks from extreme sports in the sky, the water, jumping off bridges, or racing towards town on a downhill bike track, Queenstown, the home of adventure, has it all.
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Fun Queenstown Adventure Activities for Kids
Discover Queenstown’s adventure playground with your family. Adventures for parents and kids to boost confidence and make memories.
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Five Reasons Queenstown Is a Thrill-Seeker’s Paradise
Find out why Queenstown is the place to be for adrenaline junkies. Advice on novel experiences and tours for thrill seekers.
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