Wednesday, August 12, 2009

Activities in Queenstown New Zealand

By Roman Ashton-Murray

Queenstown New Zealand is situated in a stunning natural alpine setting. Lakes and mountains on the doorstep provide the playground for the many exciting things to see and do on your holiday.

From Heliskiing to River Jet-boating, Bungy Jumping, Tandem Paragliding, White Water Rafting and mountain hikes - for the ultimate adrenalin rush, there is plenty to choose from in Queenstown.

Queenstown is world famous as the best playground for adrenaline junkies, it also offers much more then just, extreme activities. If relaxing is more your idea of a holiday, you will find many relaxing options in this beautiful part of the Southern Lakes region. There are fabulous restaurants, shopping, tranquil lake cruises, health and beauty spa's, nature walks, international golf courses, fly fishing, cultural tours, and so much more.

Queenstown during winter is incredible. It has a great range of easily accessed ski fields including Coronet Peak, Cardrona Alpine Resort, Harris Mountain Heliski, The Remarkables Ski Area and Treble Cone.

If want to put a line through an item on your bucket list go and see the guys at AJ Hackett Bungy. Choose from the classic and original jump at the Kawarau Bridge or if you are really feeling brave then off the monster jump above the Nevis Canyon.

For a more sedate experience, highly recommend things to do include a ride up the Skyline Gondola for 220 degree panorama views including Coronet Peak and Lake Wakatipu. Restaurant, cafe, luge, walks and hikes can all be located at the top! For a touch of Kiwi culture Haka Pa offers a Maori cultural experience that includes a formal welcome to their Maori Village, concert performance and traditional Maori feast.

A scenic cruise on board the TSS Earnslaw Steamship across Lake Wakatipu is another wonderful way to spend a lazy afternoon.

Queenstown is truly an incredible and unique destination. The opportunities for excitement or relaxation are unrivalled. Where else in the world in a single day can you jump off a bridge then take a gondola ride up a mountain before racing back down on a Luge. By now it is time for lunch so enjoy a meal at an award winning restaurant before a spot of fishing and then a trip travelling at break-neck speed down the Shotover River on a jet boat. Time for a relaxing massage before heading out to enjoy the bars and restaurants in town.

Winter, Spring, Summer, or Autumn Queenstown New Zealand has something to offer everyone, no matter what your age, holiday tastes or budget.

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