Activities for the outdoor adventurer in you
Dramatic mountain peaks, cascading rivers, alpine lakes and rich flora, Queenstown is the ultimate playground for outdoor adventurers. Nestled within this spectacular landscape lives an array of passionate and talented guides, ready to get you up close and personal with our stunning natural environment.
From biking, climbing and kayaking, to rafting, skiing and paragliding, explore our range of outdoor activities in Queenstown.
Explore Queenstown Outdoor Activities
Featured Outdoor Activities & Adventures
Sustainable Slopes: NZSki’s Thriving Future
- 4 min read
Operating three of Aotearoa’s most iconic ski areas, NZSki welcomes nearly half a million visitors to the slopes each winter. Locally, Coronet Peak, New Zealand’s oldest commercial ski field, has had deep community ties for over 75 years, while The Remarkables celebrates its 40th anniversary in 2025. Anchored in the values…
Bike the Wineries in Gibbston
- 6 min read
Explore the Gibbston region, its wineries, eateries and historic sites by bike. Find out how to get there and plan your Gibbston biking adventure with a…
The New Zealand Open: A Brief History
- 3 min read
World class golf courses, a settled climate, spectacular scenery, award winning food and wine, and accommodation to suit every taste, Queenstown's golf offering…
Sustainable Slopes: NZSki’s Thriving Future
- 4 min read
Operating three of Aotearoa’s most iconic ski areas, NZSki welcomes nearly half a million visitors to the slopes each winter. Locally, Coronet Peak, New…
Meet John Darby, Queenstown Golf Architect
- 5 min read
John Darby is the brains and vision behind some of New Zealand’s leading golf resorts. A long-time Queenstown local, he enjoys designing golf courses that…
Stay and Play: Planning a Golf Holiday in Queenstown
- 5 min read
As well as being New Zealand’s adrenaline capital, Queenstown can rightly claim bragging rights as a world class destination for golfers. If championship…
Best Golf Courses in New Zealand: Queenstown
- 8 min read
With four internationally renowned championship courses, and host to the NZ Golf Open, Queenstown is New Zealand’s golf capital and for good reason. We speak…