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The Ultimate Guide to Gold Panning in Queenstown

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This ultimate guide will take you on a journey through the intriguing world of gold panning in Queenstown, from understanding the basics to uncovering top locations, mastering techniques, and ultimately deciding what to do with your precious finds.

Exploring Walter Peak Queenstown: A Guide to the Iconic Destination

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Located in the picturesque region of Queenstown, Walter Peak is a destination that offers a unique blend of history, natural beauty, and activities for all interests.

Tobogganing in Queenstown

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The unique landscapes of Queenstown, with its steep mountains and snowy terrain, have helped to create a tobogganing culture that reflects the town's adventurous spirit. Today, the ski resorts of Queenstown offer the opportunity to enjoy tobogganing for the whole family, especially the kids.

Queenstown Stargazing

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With its iconic alpine setting in the South Island, Queenstown is well known for being the 'adventure capital of New Zealand'. The four season resort has been built on its huge range of thrilling activities combinded with breathtaking scenery.

EBike Hire In Queenstown

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We like to cycle, not for exercise but as a fun and relaxing way to explore an area. Although burning off some calories is a welcome bonus. With no parking to worry about, or time pressure concerns, the fun of touring an area on 2 wheels is always appealing.

Mount Iron Walk, Wanaka

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If you’re visiting Wanaka from Queenstown for a day trip or, staying in Wanaka, a great short walk close to the town centre to tackle is the Mount Iron Walk.

Arrowtown Bike Trail

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The Arrow River Ride starts from Arrowtown and finishes in the wine region of Gibbston. Along with leading cyclists through some of the most captivating scenery, the trail is a great way to take in the region’s wine, food and historic landmarks

The Best Queenstown Boat Tours

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One of the most popular and best ways to appreciate the incredible setting and awesome scenery of Queenstown, is to take a Boat Tour on Lake Wakatipu.

Queenstown For Kids

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Away from the adrenaline, what does Queenstown offer for young families? It's equally as accessible for families with children of all ages. Read our guide to the 'best activities for kids in Queenstown' for inspiration.

Wanaka In The Wet

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So you’ve made it to Wanaka, but the weather hasn’t got the memo, and it isn’t as sunny as you might like. Don’t despair - while Wanaka is renowned for its scener

Queenstown's Festival Of Chills And Thrills

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A Guide To The Queenstown Winter Festival. Now attracting over 45,000 attendees, the 10 day festival is considered Southern Hemisphere’s biggest winter celebration.

Family Fun At The Queenstown Gondola

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Dramatic views, bikes, hikes and cultural shows high above Queenstown. For nearly 50 years the iconic Queenstown Gondola has soared more than 400 metres above Queens

Ziplining in Queenstown

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Eco-Tourism Adventure With Ziptrek Ecotours. When it comes to eco-tourism and adventure, how do the two concepts work alongside each other? Well, the answer turns out to b

Arrowtown Autumn Festival

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Every year the changing of the seasons in Arrowtown is heralded, and celebrated, by the Arrowtown Autumn Festival. This historic gold mining town comes alive at the time

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