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Queenstown

Queenstown is New Zealand's adventure capital, nestled beside Lake Wakatipu and surrounded by the Remarkables. A year-round destination offering world-class activities, dining, and accommodation — from adrenaline-fuelled adventures to relaxed lakeside dining and luxury stays.

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Regional inclusive statement

Destination Queenstown is committed to helping make Queenstown a destination for everyone. We work alongside local operators to create visitor experiences that are welcoming, accessible, and genuinely inclusive, because everyone should have the opportunity to experience what makes Queenstown special.

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10 endorsed experiences in Queenstown

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Oxbow Adventure Co.
Three adrenaline activities — Jet Sprint Boating, Off-Roading, and Clay Target Shooting — in Gibbston Valley.
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Packrafting Queenstown
Small group guided packrafting trips, courses and rentals in the stunning backcountry around Queenstown.
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iFLY Queenstown
Indoor skydiving in a giant wind tunnel — float on a cushion of air with no parachute or plane required. Suitable for all ages and abilities.
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Pure Milford Coach-Cruise-Coach
A full day, all-inclusive tour of Fiordland National Park departing Queenstown or Te Anau, with a scenic catamaran cruise of Milford Sound included.
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Shotover Jet
Jet boat ride through the dramatic Shotover Canyons at up to 90kmph, with 360° spins — 10 minutes from Queenstown
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Ziptrek Ecotours
Zipline through the forest canopy above Queenstown, with multiple course options and a commitment to making the experience as inclusive as possible.
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The Goldrush Tour
An in-depth gold rush experience — small-group 4WD through Skippers Canyon with GPS storytelling, photo stops and drinks at historic Gantley’s Tavern
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Shotover Canyon Swing
The world's original canyon swing — 109m freefall above the Shotover River with over 70 jump styles. A truly iconic kiwi experience.
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Better By Bike
E-bike hire, adaptive bike tours and mountain biking on the Queenstown Trails Network, based at Dudley's Cottage in historic Arrowtown.
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Scenic & Nature$$
Air Milford
Scenic flights from Queenstown to Milford Sound, Doubtful Sound and beyond — family owned with a 100% safety record since 1993.
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Queenstown

Oxbow Adventure Co.

Packrafting Queenstown

iFLY Queenstown

Pure Milford Coach-Cruise-Coach

Shotover Jet

Ziptrek Ecotours

The Goldrush Tour

Shotover Canyon Swing

Better By Bike

Air Milford