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Welcome to Lake Hawea, a hidden gem nestled in the breathtaking landscapes of New Zealand. This page is your gateway to an array of exhilarating experiences and fun-filled activities that Lake Hawea has to offer. Whether you're a nature enthusiast, adventure seeker, or simply in search of tranquility, we've got you covered. From hiking and biking along scenic trails to kayaking and fishing in pristine waters, there's something for everyone here. Get ready to immerse yourself in the stunning beauty of Lake Hawea and create memories of a lifetime.

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Awesome experience! Bike & Transport - Lake Hawea to Lake Wanaka (with e-bike upgrade option)

Awesome experience!
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It was dangerous and tiring but was a good experience. The road was very bumpy and rocky and we got bounced around a quite a bit. We didn't bring enough water for the trip, and I think they should have water stops on the way. The view was breathtaking and the wind was good. Awesome experience!

Nice Farewell Experience in Wanaka Wanaka Jet Boat - 1 Hour Jet Boat ride

Nice Farewell Experience in Wanaka
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Enjoyed a pleasant ride out into Lake Wanaka and the Clutha River. Sarah our boat driver was very personable and informative and drove the boat well - nice job..!!

Epic! Wanaka Jet Boat - 1 Hour Jet Boat ride

Epic!
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Awesome time on the stunning lake wanaka with beautiful views amoungst the 360 degree turns. It's a must do!!

Definitely recommend Wanaka Jet Boat - 1 Hour Jet Boat ride

Definitely recommend
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We did the experience with Sarah I believe her name was & it was fantastic. Loved every minute of it. Although I wish there were more spins.

Loved it! Jet Boat Ride - Clutha River - Go Jets Wanaka

Loved it!
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We had a blast. Lovely drive from Queenstown. Tracey was a star and let us re schedule our booking, even though we accidentally booked the wrong day. The Clutha river is beautiful and we loved the thrills of the 360s and knowledge we got to learn about the area during the boat trip! Scenery is breathtaking. Great morning definitely one of the highlights of our trip. Thanks again!

Sightseeing and fun Jet Boat Ride - Clutha River - Go Jets Wanaka

Sightseeing and fun
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Our boat driver explained a lot of details about the area including the search for gold The jet boat ride was fun with some spins to make the drive exciting Overall a very nice experience

Amazing Experience Jet Boat Ride - Clutha River - Go Jets Wanaka

Amazing Experience
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If we could give you twenty stars, we would. Very professional & friendly team. We will be back. Awesome experience

Fantastic fun! Jet Boat Ride - Clutha River - Go Jets Wanaka

Fantastic fun!
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From pick up outside the I-site to the jet boat trip to drop off, the service was top notch! Highly recommend for a fun trip on the river - short interesting commentary at different spots allows you to take pics in between holding onto the boat when in the 360 degree spins. There are plenty! Don’t let the winter temps dissuade you. They provide spray jackets with hoods. Also an option to buy a video of your trip, (digital copy) filmed from your jet boat.

Excellent e bike hire experience Bike Lounge Wanaka - Half Day Bike Hire (Including E-Bikes)

Excellent e bike hire experience
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Wonderful afternoon of riding around Lake Wanaka to the French Patisserie at Albert Town return. Perfect weather, great e bikes, helmets and gel seats. Helpful, friendly staff. Highly recommended.

Fantastic trip Stevensons Island Cruise & Nature Walk - Lake Wanaka Cruises

Fantastic trip
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Knowledgeable and friendly staff. The journey in the boat was very comfortable, plenty of space and reasonably priced drinks to purchase on way to the island and complimentary tea/coffee and biscuits on the return also. The walk is short and can be missed to enjoy time beside the lake, even for a quick dip!

Relaxing cruise Stevensons Island Cruise & Nature Walk - Lake Wanaka Cruises

Relaxing cruise
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Lovely afternoon out, friendly operators, they were knowledgeable about the area and great with the children who were on the trip. A nice leisurely, scenic cruise for a couple of hours.

Do something different in Wanaka Stevensons Island Cruise & Nature Walk - Lake Wanaka Cruises

Do something different in Wanaka
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We had a great time on this tour. It is a very enjoyable trip across the lake and with all the autumn colors out it was a fantastic relaxing voyage. The walk to the island peak was enjoyable and our guide told us bits of info as we did the walk. The captain also gave us a great time telling us all about Wanaka and the local scene. We would recommend this trip to everyone as it is so different to the usual " tourist" activities

Worth every penny Stevensons Island Cruise & Nature Walk - Lake Wanaka Cruises

Worth every penny
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Beautiful cruise on a beautiful boat amazing views of the lake

Well worth it Stevensons Island Cruise & Nature Walk - Lake Wanaka Cruises

Well worth it
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Amazing scenery , friendly crew , great for adults and kids . Best way to see Wanaka by water . Highly recommended

Fun family holiday Wanaka Jet Boat - 1 Hour Jet Boat ride

Fun family holiday
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We had a great time on the lake with our excellent driver and your operator Matt’. It was so much fun and he was very engaging and knowledgeable. All the staff made sure we knew what was going on, from the time we booked and it was a great experience up the river and across the lake with those awesome views and great spins.

Wana Jet Rocks Wanaka Jet Boat - 1 Hour Jet Boat ride

Wana Jet Rocks
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The ride combines a cruise across the lake, some high adrenaline fun and a quiet recharge for the next burst. Our Driver Steve was excellent and provided a great commentary on the lake and river. Highly recommend!

A great morning! The Mission - Half Day Self Guided Kayak Tour - Wanaka

A great morning!
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Thank you for running this great session. Neither of us had kayaked before, so we're a bit nervous about managing the distance etc without a guide and within the time limit. We needn't have worried as the guy (sorry can't remember his name) explained the map and basic paddling methods. We had an amazing morning paddling around Lake Wanaka, taking in the fantastic views We got out to stop on one of the beaches for a break, but found it a bit tough getting in and out of the water etc so after that, carried straight on to the end. We managed to complete the route in just over 2.5 hrs. In future, I'd take a nice little picnic and rest up a bit more and chill. A highlight of our trip!

후회하지 않으실 겁니다! Jet Boat Ride - Clutha River - Go Jets Wanaka

후회하지 않으실 겁니다!
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1시간 반동안 정말 즐거운 시간을 보냈습니다. 와나카를 즐기세요. 후회없는 선택일 겁니다.

Puzzling World Puzzling World Wanaka - Great Maze & Illusion Rooms

Puzzling World
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Well worth the trip from Queenstown.

Amazing Trip! Wanaka 4x4 Explorer - The Ultimate Lake and Mountain Adventure

Amazing Trip!
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Although we live locally, having parents over from the UK enabled us to 'act the tourist' and see more of what is in our own backyard! And what a treat it was! A great trip on Lake Wanaka on the Wanaka Water Taxi, landing on Stephenson's Arm, and then travelling by 4x4 vehicle onto farmland not able to be accessed otherwise. This is a must do trip - the views are amazing, looking over the lake and surrounding mountains; Charlie, our Guide was very informative and pleasant, the picnic was lovely, and the weather made it a stunning day. Whether you are visiting Wanaka, or if you live locally like us and don't have a boat, you have to do this trip - it's food for the soul!

Fantastic Experience River Valley Scenic Trial Flight - 30 Min - U-Fly Wanaka

Fantastic Experience
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We had an awesome time. It's like being a learner driver in the sky but with an amazing view and scenery. Very much worth it. Highly recommend don't just do the 30 min, do the full hour to the glacier and mt aspiring.

Simply breath taking highly recommended! Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Fly Ex Wanaka

Simply breath taking highly recommended!
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Amazing experience highly recommended if you have the extra cash! Great commentary from the pilot as well and great service! Cruise was fantastic too but the flight is just stunning.

A perfect day Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Fly Ex Wanaka

A perfect day
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Excellent experience. Lovely pilot and lovely staff. We had fantastic weather, so much snow over the mountains, and beautiful blue skies. Saw lots of dolphins and seals on Milford Sound. I would normally not splash out for this kind of thing but I definitely think it’s worth it, as opposed to taking a 5 hour coach trip. The flight made the experience. Would recommend. Try and book for start of your trip so there is time to reschedule in case of inclement weather. The small plane is awesome, 5 people. Worth going from Wanaka too, which is a lovely town to explore. Would be worth staying there a night to explore.

Excellent Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Fly Ex Wanaka

Excellent
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Thank you for What you doing. Enjoyed this experience very much, I knew it would be great.. but woooow, excellent

Stunning Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Fly Ex Wanaka

Stunning
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Flying through the mountains to Milford Sound not only saved us time (compared with going by bus) it provided a stunning close-up view of the Southern Alps. Cruising Milford Sound is a must do...Very worthwhile, highly recommended.

Great fun for the family!!! Puzzling World Wanaka - Great Maze & Illusion Rooms

Great fun for the family!!!
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Took my children there as a surprise and they loved it . The illusion rooms were an amazing sight to see, and the maze was a great and fun challenge.

Great fun for kids n adults Puzzling World Wanaka - Great Maze & Illusion Rooms

Great fun for kids n adults
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Really good.Good fun

Family fun Puzzling World Wanaka - Great Maze & Illusion Rooms

Family fun
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Fun place for all ages. My kids really enjoyed the puzzle world. The maze was the most exciting part.

Great fun and a challenge at every step! Puzzling World Wanaka - Great Maze & Illusion Rooms

Great fun and a challenge at every step!
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Great fun for kids and those young at heart! From the slanted rooms to the great maze there is never a dull moment! The little big room was a favourite of ours with the opportunity to make a very fun video as a memory!

Great fun Puzzling World Wanaka - Great Maze & Illusion Rooms

Great fun
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Kids had a great time

Great fun for the family Puzzling World Wanaka - Great Maze & Illusion Rooms

Great fun for the family
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Nice fun place with unique puzzles and illusions. Also has a great maze to enjoy at the end.

Puzzling World Amazing Puzzling World Wanaka - Great Maze & Illusion Rooms

Puzzling World Amazing
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What a great fun interactive day out.....fun had by all the family on our recent visit. Lots to see and do for all ages. Very competitive family event between the kids and adults to find the four corners of the maze 1st

Fantastic holiday Puzzling World Wanaka - Great Maze & Illusion Rooms

Fantastic holiday
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Fantastic holiday

Amazing Place😊 Puzzling World Wanaka - Great Maze & Illusion Rooms

Amazing Place😊
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The place was amazing and interesting. We had fun taking photos.

Great Family Entertainment Puzzling World Wanaka - Great Maze & Illusion Rooms

Great Family Entertainment
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Amazing Fun illusions that really make your brain work overtime. Great for all age levels. Hours of fun. Maze is a great family challenge!!

Heaps of fun Puzzling World Wanaka - Great Maze & Illusion Rooms

Heaps of fun
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Awesome place for the family. The tilted room was our favourite. Would definitely recommend.

A fun return visit Puzzling World Wanaka - Great Maze & Illusion Rooms

A fun return visit
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My kids say "It was really fun." They liked the maze, the sloping room and the sculpture gallery best. We hadn't been for a few years and our youngest couldn't remember his last visit. It was well worth a return trip.

Highly recommend Puzzling World Wanaka - Great Maze & Illusion Rooms

Highly recommend
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Beautiful warm welcome from staff. This was an amazing place to visit. Surprised from start to finish. Toilets were cool too. Loved the Maze, it kept ya guessing with a few laugh alongs with other visitors. Definitely recommend

Great Day out for the whole family Puzzling World Wanaka - Great Maze & Illusion Rooms

Great Day out for the whole family
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Bit of a drive from Queenstown but well worth it! Kids spent hours in the Maze. Great fun.

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