Ski field in a high mountain basin.
About 45 minutes from town
The Remarkables ski area has sunny basins well suited to beginners and families.
Listings are for identification and discovery; confirm opening hours, prices and details independently before visiting.
| Name | Kind | What it is |
|---|---|---|
| Kawarau Bridge BungyGibbston, about 20 minutes east | Adventure | The world’s first commercial bungy jump, 43 metres. |
| Shotover JetArthurs Point | Adventure | Jet boat through the Shotover canyon. |
| Nevis BungyNevis Valley | Adventure | New Zealand’s highest bungy, 134 metres. |
| Queenstown Hill (Te Tapu-nui)Above the town | Walk | Short climb to lake and mountain views. |
| Ben Lomond TrackFrom the top of the gondola | Walk | Full-day climb to a 1,748-metre summit. |
| Routeburn TrackStarts near Glenorchy | Great Walk | Three-day alpine walk between Mount Aspiring and Fiordland. |
| Coronet PeakAbout 25 minutes from town | Ski field | Ski field with night skiing. |
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