Water activities

Queenstown is currently New Zealand's most popular destination for international tourists seeking water activites, according to the Ministry of Tourism.

The most popular water activity is jet boating, while next popular are scenic cruises and white water rafting.

Fishing is also popular, with the abundance of lakes and rivers.

Southern Lakes and rivers

  • Lake Wakatipu - scenic cruises
  • Lake Wanaka - scenic cruises
  • Lake Hayes - photographic value, fishing, sailing and swimming
  • Lake Hawea - jet boating, swimming and fishing
  • Shotover River - jet boating and white water rafting
  • Kawarau River - jet boating and white water rafting
  • Clutha River - jet boating and fishing

Upcoming Events

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    Southern Stampede
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