Queenstown is situated on the shore of Lake Wakatipu, the third largest lake by surface area in New Zealand. The town is located close to the lake's northeastern bend, at which point a small arm, the Frankton Arm, joins the lake with its principal outflow, the Kawarau River.

Nestled amidst New Zealand’s spectacular alpine landscapes, Queenstown is home to a vibrant community that welcomes you as a temporary local. Wake within stunning surrounds, discover your perfect adventure, and take a tour of our world-class food and wine scene.

Aug 19, 2023 · Queenstown (Tāhuna in Maōri) is located in Otago on the South Island of New Zealand. This lovely town sits on the shore of Lake Wakatipu, the third largest lake in New Zealand. Surrounding the lake, and Queenstown, are Queenstown Hill, The Remarkables, Ben Lomond, and numerous mountain peaks.

Queenstown is absolutely magnificent from the air. Take a 30-minute helicopter ride to see the sheer drop of Skippers Canyon, the braided streams of Shotover Delta, and the tiny glacial lakes hidden in the mountains. You can even enjoy a snow landing on the Remarkables.

Queenstown sits on the shore of Lake Wakatipu among dramatic alpine ranges. It’s rumoured that gold prospectors - captivated by the majestic beauty of the surrounding mountains and rivers - gave this now cosmopolitan town its name.

Known as the adventure capital of the world, Queenstown is home to a range of adventures, from the world's first and most famous bungy jumps - the Kawarau Bridge Bungy - to jet boat thrills through the rugged beauty and unspoilt grandeur of the white-water rapids of the Shotover River.

Queenstown sits on the shores of the mighty Lake Whakatipu, nestled against the majestic Southern Alps and at just over 80 kilometres long, this is Aotearoa New Zealand’s longest lake. But what makes this lake so extraordinary is its stunning fjord-like shape, carved by ancient glaciers around 15,000 years ago.

Queenstown is renowned as the adventure capital of New Zealand. You could try your hand at jetboating, white water rafting, bungy jumping or even sky diving. There are also opportunities to go sailing, mountain biking or play a quite round of golf whilst taking in the scenery.

Queenstown known in Māori as Tāhuna, is home to many adrenaline-inducing activities. Nestled on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, this alpine town has very distinct seasons, and most adrenaline-filled activities can be accessed year-round. Queenstown is home to jet boating, bungy jumping, rafting, skydiving, paragliding, and even indoor thrills.

Apr 16, 2020 · Queenstown is a resort town on the South Island of New Zealand. Built on the lakeshore of Lake Wakatipu, the town provides amazing views having the Remarkables Mountain Range as its background. With a population of around 16 000, it is the 27th largest urban area in the country, and the second most populous in Otago after Dunedin.