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December, January
4 days
The self-proclaimed Adventure Capital of the World sits at the edge of Lake Wakatipu, encircled by the dramatic peaks of the Remarkables and Coronet Peak. Bungy jumping, skydiving, white-water rafting, and the Milford Sound day trip are all on the menu, while the town centre delivers excellent food and wine from Central Otago's remarkable pinot noir country.
Bungy jumping
A.J. Hackett's original Kawarau Bridge bungy, 43m above the river
Skyline Gondola & luge
panoramic views over Lake Wakatipu and the Remarkables
Milford Sound day trip
the Eighth Wonder of the World, a fiord of astonishing beauty
15,000ft tandem skydive above a mountain lake panorama
Shotover Jet
85 km/h jet boat through a dramatic alpine gorge
Central Otago wine trail
Pinot Noir in one of the southernmost wine regions in the world
Arrowtown
historic gold-mining settlement 20 minutes from Queenstown
Winter skiing at Coronet Peak or The Remarkables
June to September
The ideal months to visit Queenstown are December, January, February, March, June, July, August. During these months you can expect the most favourable weather conditions for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Estimated daily spend per person including accommodation, food, and activities in NZD.
Budget
NZD 90
per day
Mid-range
NZD 200
per day
Luxury
NZD 500
per day
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