Queenstown, New Zealand has become a leading tourist destination internationally, boasting more activities than you can keep up with, stunning scenery, world class golf courses and luxury accommodation.

There really is something for everyone on Queenstown.

As long-term locals and tourism operators, part of our jobs is getting out there and doing the activities, playing the courses, eating out and learning which are the best activities in town!

We can pass this knowledge on to you, to help you overcome the overwhelming options available and book the activities that we think you will enjoy the most,

Below is a list of activities that we think represent the best value, best service and best overall experience in Queenstown. Some get the adrenaline pumping, some leave you breathless, and some just take your breath away. They are all brilliant!

Queenstown's Greatest Jet Boat Adventure

Feel your adrenalin surge as you skim the Shotover's shallow waters at speed and experience the famous Hamilton jet spins. Skippers Canyon adventures is proud to provide you with a thrilling jetboat ride as the only company permitted to operate in the world famous Skippers Canyon.

Getting there is half the fun, transport is provided to and from Queenstown on the Skippers Canyon Road, carved from schist rock this road travels through some of the greatest scenery New Zealand has to offer. Visit Lord of the Rings locations and learn of the pioneers amazing feats of engineering as your driver explains the history of mining relics which scatter the banks of the Shotover.

Paraflights

Strap into your harness and get ready for the flight of a lifetime. Gradually rising 600ft into the air above, see for yourself, some of the most breath-taking views of Queenstown, New Zealand. A must do for everyone whilst in Queenstown.

Experience sunrise over the lakes and mountains from the serenity of a hot air balloon. Share an incredible morning taking in the remarkable surroundings. You'll float gently with the breeze, enjoying incredible panoramic views. Your flight is followed by a champagne style breakfast at your landing spot. Breathtaking.

Relive the elegance of turn-of-the-century travel with a cruise aboard the vintage steamship TSS Earnslaw, the only coal fired passenger carrying vessel still operating in the southern hemisphere. Affectionately known as the “Lady of the Lake”, the TSS Earnslaw has a special place in the hearts of Queenstown people. She has been transporting goods to remote settlements and conveying passengers on beautiful Lake Wakatipu since 1912. What better way to view the magnificent scenery than by taking a cruise a board the TSS Earnslaw.

Remarkable Golf Tours arrange Wine tours to several of the top wineries in the area. Wineries that we may visit include Gibbston Valley, Winehouse and Kitchen, Chard Farm, Amisfield Cellars, Peregrine and Waitiri Creek. Tours to Bannockburn to other top wineries can be arranged.