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Wanaka: Highest Waterfall Cable Climb Level 2 (4 Hours)Four-hour cable climb on the world's highest waterfall via ferrata, 20 minutes from Wanaka. Includes guide, safety gear, training and lunch. Moderate fitness required.
- 492 reviews
- 4.99★
- Duration
- 4h
- start times · Every day
- 6
Jet Boat Adventure on Clutha River from WanakaJet boat the Clutha River from Wanaka with live commentary and 360 spins through the Snake section and Devils Nook switchback.
- 332 reviews
- 4.99★
- Duration
- 1h 15m
- start times · Every day
- 3
Wanaka & Hawea: E-Bike Trail Ride with Shuttle & Bakery StopFeel the wind on easy Wanaka & Hawea trails, pause for pastries in Albert Town, and ride riverside paths at your own pace. Includes shuttle, e-bike, and gear.
- 403 reviews
- 4.92★
- Duration
- 4h
- start times · Every day
- 3
Recommended (7)
Lake Wanaka: Mou Waho Island Water Taxi & Freedom Walk
- 278 reviews
- 4.92★
- Duration
- 3h 15m
Horse trek near Wanaka: Cardrona High Country Pub Trail
- 274 reviews
- 4.98★
- Duration
- 3h 30m
Wanaka & Clutha River: Jet Boat Ride with Local Guide
- 247 reviews
- 4.95★
- Duration
- 1h 30m
Lake Cruise & Mou Waho Island Nature Walk, Wanaka
- 187 reviews
- 4.96★
- Duration
- 3h 30m
Wanaka: Highest Waterfall Cable Climb & Via Ferrata Level 1
- 124 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 2h
Lake Wanaka 1-Hour Cruise: Wine, Cheese & Evening Light
- 110 reviews
- 4.44★
- Duration
- 1h
Top rated (4)
Wine Tasting & Māori Culture in Wānaka: 2 WineriesThree hours sampling wines at two Wānaka wineries while learning Māori history and perspectives of the region.
- 100 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 3h
- start times · Tue, Thu and Fri
- 2
Wanaka 4x4 and boat tour: Lake and mountain views with picnicBoat and 4x4 tour on Lake Wanaka with gourmet picnic, guide and return transport: four hours combining water views of remote islands with mountain.
- 103 reviews
- 4.97★
- Duration
- 4h
- start times · Every day
- 2
Lake Wanaka: Jet Ski Tour with Bays & Islands ViewsFeel the spray on a Lake Wanaka jet ski tour, weaving past alpine bays and islands. Includes jet ski rental, life jackets, and flexible options for friends or family.
- 100 reviews
- 4.95★
- Duration
- 1h
- start times · Every day
- 3
Wanaka Tandem Skydiving 20-min Flight Southern AlpsTandem skydive over Wanaka's snow-capped mountains, glaciers and lakes with a 20-minute scenic flight to altitude and all gear included.
- 102 reviews
- 4.63★
- Duration
- 3h
- start times · Every day
- 7
Lowest price (10)
Ruby Island Cruise and Walk: Lake Wanaka in 1 HourCruise Lake Wanaka to Ruby Island and walk the photogenic shoreline with a guide, all in just over an hour from Wanaka town.
- 41 reviews
- 4.61★
- Duration
- 1h
- Every day
- 13:00
Stevensons Island Cruise and Nature Walk: Lake Wanaka TourSmall group cruise on Lake Wanaka to Stevensons Island with a guided summit walk, tea and coffee included. 2 hours from departure to return.
- 66 reviews
- 4.61★
- Duration
- 2h
- Every day
- 15:00
Wanaka & Queenstown: Māori Whakatau Welcome CeremonyFeel the power of a Māori Whakatau welcome in Wanaka or Queenstown, with local hosts, traditional rituals, and private transport included. Connect beyond the scenery.
- 83 reviews
- 4.95★
- Duration
- 40m–1h
- Sun
- 02:00
Lake Wanaka: Mou Waho Island Cruise & Nature Walk TourStep onto Mou Waho Island from Lake Wanaka, hike to a glacial lake with a local guide, spot rare Buff Weka birds, and enjoy a small-group cruise with included park fees.
- 78 reviews
- 4.86★
- Duration
- 3h
- start times · Every day
- 2
Bike Lake Dunstan Trail from Wanaka: 42km self-guided rideBike the Lake Dunstan Trail, a 42km purpose-built gravel route from Wanaka with shuttle, bike hire and a Guest Experience Manager included.
- 10 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 8h
- Every day
- 08:30
Wanaka & Central Otago: Boutique Wine Tour with LunchMeet winemakers in Wanaka & Central Otago, taste award-winning wines at boutique vineyards, enjoy a gourmet barrel-cooked lunch, and relax with hotel pickup included.
- 89 reviews
- 4.81★
- Duration
- 4h 30m
- Every day
- 12:00
Wine Tour & Maori Culture Wanaka: 4 Wineries, 18-22 TastingsTaste wine at four Central Otago boutique wineries near Wanaka while learning Maori cultural connections to the land.
- 86 reviews
- 4.95★
- Duration
- 6h
- Sat and Sun
- 11:00
Wanaka Easy Ebike Tour: Gentle riverside ride for familiesGuided ebike tour in Wanaka following a river for 2.5 hours, with hotel pickup, all bikes and helmets included, and a local guide leading groups of up to 10.
- 10 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 2h 30m
- start times · Every day
- 2
Wanaka: Off Road 4WD Farm Safari & Alpine Cafe ViewsFeel the wild side of Wanaka on a 4WD farm safari, spot red deer up close, walk alpine trails, and relax with coffee at a private mountain cafe. Includes guide & tea.
- 96 reviews
- 4.97★
- Duration
- 4h 30m
- Every day
- 08:30
Wine Tasting Wanaka & Central Otago: Meet the WinemakersTaste wines across five Central Otago regions (Wanaka, Pisa, Cromwell, Bannockburn, Bendigo) with winemakers pouring their own bottles.
- 42 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 7h
- Every day
- 10:30
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Milford Sound from Wanaka: Glacier flight & fiord cruiseFly from Wanaka to Milford Sound via national parks, then cruise the fiord. Includes flight, boat cruise, coffee. 4 hours. Departs 8:45am or 1:30pm.
- 89 reviews
- 4.82★
- Duration
- 4h
- start times · Every day
- 2
Packraft Wanaka: Mountain River in Inflatable BoatsPaddle New Zealand's Matukituki Valley river in a packraft with guide, lunch and all gear included: glaciers, waterfalls and turquoise pools on the same day.
- 57 reviews
- 4.98★
- Duration
- 7h 15m
- Every day
- 08:15
Wanaka wine tour: 6 vineyards, 30 wines, lunch includedTaste 30 Central Otago wines across 6 boutique vineyards in Wanaka with a local guide, hotel pickup and a five-course gourmet lunch matched to award-winning wines.
- 51 reviews
- 4.88★
- Duration
- 6h 30m
- Every day
- 10:30
Fly-Hike-Jetboat Wanaka: Siberia Experience wilderness adventureFly, hike and jet boat through Mount Aspiring National Park from Makarora in four to five hours: land on a remote river.
- 27 reviews
- 4.93★
- Duration
- 4h–5h
- start times · Every day
- 5
Wanaka Nature Encounter: Lake Cruise and 4WD SafariNine-hour Wanaka nature tour combining 4WD backcountry safari through West Wānaka Station with afternoon boat cruise to Mou Waho Island and guided island.
- 9 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 9h
- Every day
- 08:30
Kayak Lake Wānaka: Self-Guided Paddle Back to TownPaddle 9–12km across Lake Wānaka on your own: transport to the start, kayak and safety gear included. You navigate the shoreline and islands.
- 7 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 3h
- Every day
- 09:00
Rock Climbing in Wanaka: Introduction for BeginnersLearn rock climbing outdoors in Matukituki Valley near Wanaka with a qualified instructor, all equipment included.
- 6 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 4h
- start times · Every day
- 2
Riverside Electric Bike Tour Wanaka: 3.5-Hour Guided RideGuided mountain bike tour along Wanaka's river with professional guide, bike rental and snacks included. 3.5 hours of varied terrain.
- 6 reviews
- 4.83★
- Duration
- 3h 30m
- start times · Every day
- 2
Wanaka wine tour: Three boutique wineries, small groupHalf-day wine tour from Wanaka with pickup, three boutique wineries, tastings and a shared charcuterie board led by a local guide.
- 3 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 4h
- Thu–Sun
- 12:30
Wānaka to Queenstown self-guided drive: Crown Range audio tourTwo-hour self-guided audio drive from Wānaka to Queenstown via New Zealand's highest sealed alpine road, with offline maps and lifetime access to the tour app.
- 2 reviews
- 4.50★
- Duration
- 2h–2h 30m
Wanaka to Queenstown tour: Small-group minibus with guideSmall-group minibus tour from Wanaka to Queenstown with a live English-speaking guide, stopping at the Wānaka Tree, historic Cardrona Hotel.
- 1 review
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 2h
- Every day
- 17:00
Lake Wānaka kayaking: 7 km paddle with local guidePaddle Lake Wānaka's Roy's Bay on a 3-hour guided kayak through the Southern Alps, with equipment and local knowledge included. Weather permitting.
- 1 review
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 3h
- Every day
- 14:00
Private Family Bike Tour Wanaka: Self-Guided E-Bike TrailsPrivate family e-bike tour in Wanaka with pickup, guide and up to 11 bikes. You choose the trail, ride self-guided, and the manager stays reachable all day.
- Duration
- 6h–8h
- Every day
- 09:00
Wanaka at a glance ✓ 2026-11-05
- Most booked: Wanaka: Highest Waterfall Cable Climb Level 2 (4 Hours), NZ$ 389 (4h, 4.99★ · 492).
- Top rated: Jet Boat Adventure on Clutha River from Wanaka, NZ$ 159 (1h 15m, 4.99★ · 332).
- Best value: Wanaka & Hawea: E-Bike Trail Ride with Shuttle & Bakery Stop, NZ$ 130 (4h, 4.92★ · 403).
Of the 38 experiences: 36 with free cancellation, 30 with instant confirmation, 10 with hotel pickup and 25 bookable last-minute.