Scenic tours and excursions in Wanaka offer unforgettable ways to experience the region’s dramatic landscapes, from alpine peaks and glaciers to lakes, vineyards, and high-country trails.
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Scenic Tours & Excursions in Wanaka
Explore Wanaka by Activity
from NZ $749
4 hours 
from NZ $290.00
12 Hours 
Express Wine Tour and Māori Culture Wānaka
The only Māori culture and history immersive in Queenstown and Wānaka on a wine tour.
from NZ $175.00
2 hours 28 mins
The Gold Discovery Trail Horse Trek
Ride a horse through the river & up into the hills in The Cardrona sunrise!
from NZ $399.00
2 hours 
from NZ $135.00
3
Bike The Lake Dunstan Trail With A Return Lux...
A brilliant one day experience including bikes and shuttles
from NZ $150.00
6 Hours 
from NZ $89.00
2 hours
Heli Siberia Max
Embark on an epic 25-minute helicopter flight into the impressive Mount Aspiring National Park
from NZ $925.00
5 Hours 
from NZ $395.00
8 hours 
Wild Hills Off Road Safari
Get behind the scenes of a genuine New Zealand High Country farm – West Wanaka Station
from NZ $260.00
4 hours 30 mins
from NZ $695.00
4 Hours 
Boutique Wine Tour
Up to 20 Tastings of award winning, hand-picked Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Riesling, Pinot Gris, Rose
from NZ $246.00
3 Hours 30 Mins 
from NZ $295.00
3 Hours 30 Mins 
from NZ $420.00
9 Hours 
Heli Jet Combo
Cruise over the tops of the Southern Alps to land in the remote Siberia Valley
from NZ $695.00
1 Hours 
from NZ $590
4 hours 
from NZ $499.00
3.5 hours 
from NZ $388.00
20 mins
Lord of the Rungs Waterfall Climb - Level 1
Climb 150m (500ft) vertical alongside cascading waterfalls
from NZ $205.00
3 Hours 
Bike The Wanaka And Hawea Trails - Luxury Shu...
A great way to see the area - follows local trails and rivers - surrounded by Mountains
from NZ $125.00
7 Hours 
Heli Max Jet Combo
Embark on an epic 25-minute helicopter flight into the impressive Mount Aspiring National Park
from NZ $925.00
2 Hours 
Franz Josef to Queenstown via Wanaka
The stunning Lake Matheson - a photographers dream!
from NZ $290.00
12 Hours 
from NZ $299.00
2 hours 
Ultimate Lake Dunstan Trail Experience Bike &...
A brilliant one day experience including bikes, shuttles and boat
from NZ $265.00
6 Hours 
Happy Hour Cruise
Take a luxury catamaran cruise amid the outstanding natural beauty of Lake Wanaka
from NZ $69.00
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Scenic Tours and Excursions in Wanaka
Experience the very best of the Southern Alps with unforgettable scenic tours and excursions in Wanaka, a destination renowned for its dramatic landscapes, pristine lakes, and diverse outdoor adventures. Whether you prefer relaxing experiences, high-adrenaline activities, or immersive encounters with nature, Wanaka offers a spectacular selection of tours designed to showcase the region’s most breathtaking scenery. From vineyards to glaciers, lakes to high-country trails, every journey promises stunning views and memorable moments.
Begin your exploration with a blend of relaxation and indulgence on the Boutique Wine Tour, where you can sample premium Central Otago wines while taking in panoramic vineyard views. For something tranquil on the water, the Happy Hour Cruise offers a peaceful way to enjoy Lake Wanaka’s beauty as the sun sets over the mountains. For those craving adventure, the Mt Aspiring Full Day Canyon and waterfall climbing experiences provide thrilling ways to connect with Wanaka’s rugged canyons and hidden natural gems.
If you’re looking for elevated perspectives, the Heli Siberia experience and Scenic Trial Flight offer breathtaking aerial views of the region’s snow-capped peaks, turquoise rivers, and dramatic valleys. Meanwhile, the Rob Roy Glacier Experience combines scenic hiking with awe-inspiring alpine landscapes, making it one of the region’s most iconic excursions. And for an off-road adventure across high-country terrain, the Wild Hills Off Road Safari delivers panoramic viewpoints and remarkable backcountry scenery accessible only by 4WD.
With such a wide range of opportunities, these scenic tours and excursions in Wanaka highlight the region’s beauty from every angle by air, land, and water. Plan your visit today to discover unforgettable experiences that capture the true essence of Wanaka’s natural wonder.
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