Enjoy activities around Ben Lomond

Activities Around Ben Lomond Track

Ben Lomond Track is ideally located right next to Queenstown. This means when you’re not hiking the trail you can enjoy all it has to offer. Queenstown itself is a hugely popular travel destination and due to the wave of interest in the range of adventures available a vibrant environment has been created, further reinforcing Queenstown’s reputation as “The Adventure Capital of the World”.

 


 

 

Here are some fun things to do in and around Queenstown and Wanaka:

 

Wanaka Adventures

 

Queenstown Adventures

 

 

Things to Do in Wanaka and Arrowtown

 

Wanaka:

Rich in adventures, sustainable eco-tours, stunning recreational trails, and nearby extensive ski fields, it is surrounded by huge dominating mountains and massive glaciers that capture the crisp stark nature of Queenstown in all its glory. 

Explore the gloriously epic Mt. Aspiring National Park on foot

Roys Peak Track - A must do day walk will give you magnificent views of Wanaka, the lake and the Southern Alps.

Isthmus Peak Track - A long, steady climb that rewards walkers with spectacular, panoramic views of Lake Wānaka and Lake Hāwea as well as the mountains of the Southern Alps.

Mt Iron Track - One of Wānaka's most popular short walks with spectacular views.

Blue Pools - The Blue Pools track and the Young Link Track are located just outside of Makarora and snake through beautiful beech forests to the famous Blue Pools site.

Mou Waho Island - Cruise this protected nature reserve and encounter many native New Zealand birds including the curious and flightless Weka.

Ridgeline Adventures, 4WD, backcountry heli hike/heli ski - Please contact us for tailor-made luxury adventures.

 

Arrowtown:

An area first invaded by European gold prospectors and later by the Chinese, you can walk among the tiny restored cottages of their settlement and wander down the main street of this exquisite little town with the charm of its historic buildings that will make you feel like you walked onto a movie set. On the shores of Lake Wakatipu you can start a great walking/cycling journey, over 130kms of off-road Queenstown Trail taking you from Queenstown to Gibbston via historic Arrowtown.

 

The Crown Range:

New Zealand's highest sealed road, the Crown Range is usually covered in snow in winter and boasts some incredible viewing platforms of the area.

 

The Wanaka Tree:

New Zealand's most photographed tree "The Wanaka Tree" learn about its interesting history.

 

 

A Wine and Food Boutique Tour

You can be whisked away and taken around some of the best vineyards and cool wineries New Zealand has on offer. The tours are designed and organised by local experts meaning you will get to taste and sample the best food and wine in the area whilst seeing some of the most breath-taking sights it has to display.

You will be given plenty of time to enjoy these cooler climate wines, deliciously mouth-watering local food, and amazing cheeses. You will experience the true flavour and capture the real essence of the area whilst interacting with many local winery experts and knowledgeable guides.

 

The Milford Sound Cruise

Why not take an immersive full day out. Combining luxury coach travel which will take you through the heart of some of the most stunning scenery New Zealand has to offer, with plenty of stops for photos, food, and meeting the locals before you step board an unforgettable sailing tour.

An intimate boutique cruise will let you relax, unwind and bask in the beauty around you in this serene setting. Sailing along the lake and alongside the mesmerising waterfall, you will be side by side with true New Zealand nature.

 

Skyline Luge

Take a ride and hop on the purpose-built Luge carts and travel a gravity propelled drive down banked corners, tunnels, and dippers. Once you’ve conquered the course… hop on the chairlift and do it all again!

 

Jetboat Canyons

Why not enjoy exclusive access to the Spectacular Shotover Canyons by experiencing them like no other; combining adrenaline, natural landscape, and Ngāi Tahu culture into an unforgettable experience on a high thrill Jetboat.

 

Wanaka Luxury Accommodation

Discover a collection of luxury, boutique and best available accommodation in Wanaka. From cosy alpine resorts and remote mountain accommodation to luxury high-country homestead, transformative southern alp retreats and breathtaking 5-star lodges.

 
 

 

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