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Challenge Wanaka: A Practical Guide to Wanaka’s Rugged Lakeside Trek

Wanakamoderate
7 min

Challenge Wanaka offers a rewarding 12-kilometer loop showcasing Lake Wanaka’s rugged shoreline and forested ridges. With steady climbs, dramatic lake views, and varied terrain, this hike suits adventurers eager for both challenge and natural beauty.

September 14, 2025Read more

Warbirds Over Wanaka: Experience New Zealand’s Legendary Aviation Festival

Wanakamoderate
6 min

Warbirds Over Wanaka offers a thrilling aviation experience set against dramatic Otago landscapes. This annual festival brings vintage warplanes to life, blending high-flying spectacle with hands-on aviation history—a must-visit for fans and newcomers eager for action and insight.

September 14, 2025Read more

Wanaka Festival of Colour: A Vibrant Celebration in Otago’s Outdoor Haven

Wanakamoderate
5 min

Experience Wanaka’s Festival of Colour, a vibrant autumn event where nature, art, and adventure converge. Explore trails alive with fiery foliage and immerse yourself in local art, music, and outdoor activities that let you feel the season’s pulse firsthand.

September 14, 2025Read more

Roy's Peak Hike: Climb for Unmatched Panoramas Over Wanaka

Wanakachallenging
4 min

Roy's Peak Trail near Wanaka offers one of Otago’s most breathtaking alpine experiences. Steep, steady, and fiercely scenic, it challenges hikers to reach a summit where sweeping vistas of Lake Wanaka and the Southern Alps unfold in full glory.

May 06, 2025Read more