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

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Awesome experience!
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Awesome experience!

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!

Wanaka Jet Boat - 1 Hour Jet Boat ride

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Nice Farewell Experience in Wanaka
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Nice Farewell Experience in Wanaka

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..!!

Wanaka Jet Boat - 1 Hour Jet Boat ride

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Epic!
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Epic!

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

Jet Boat Ride - Clutha River - Go Jets Wanaka

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Amazing Experience
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Amazing Experience

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

Wanaka Jet Boat - 1 Hour Jet Boat ride

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Definitely recommend
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Definitely recommend

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.

Jet Boat Ride - Clutha River - Go Jets Wanaka

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Sightseeing and fun
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Sightseeing and fun

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

Jet Boat Ride - Clutha River - Go Jets Wanaka

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Loved it!
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Loved it!

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!

Jet Boat Ride - Clutha River - Go Jets Wanaka

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Fantastic fun!
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Fantastic fun!

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.

Bike Lounge Wanaka - Half Day Bike Hire (Including E-Bikes)

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Excellent e bike hire experience
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Excellent e bike hire experience

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.

Stevensons Island Cruise & Nature Walk - Lake Wanaka Cruises

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Fantastic trip
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Fantastic trip

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!

Stevensons Island Cruise & Nature Walk - Lake Wanaka Cruises

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Do something different in Wanaka
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Do something different in Wanaka

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

Stevensons Island Cruise & Nature Walk - Lake Wanaka Cruises

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Relaxing cruise
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Relaxing cruise

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.

Stevensons Island Cruise & Nature Walk - Lake Wanaka Cruises

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Worth every penny
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Worth every penny

Beautiful cruise on a beautiful boat amazing views of the lake

Stevensons Island Cruise & Nature Walk - Lake Wanaka Cruises

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Well worth it
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Well worth it

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

Wanaka Jet Boat - 1 Hour Jet Boat ride

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Fun family holiday
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Fun family holiday

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.

Wanaka Jet Boat - 1 Hour Jet Boat ride

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Wana Jet Rocks
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Wana Jet Rocks

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!

The Mission - Half Day Self Guided Kayak Tour - Wanaka

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A great morning!
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A great morning!

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!

Jet Boat Ride - Clutha River - Go Jets Wanaka

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후회하지 않으실 겁니다!
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후회하지 않으실 겁니다!

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

Puzzling World Wanaka - Great Maze & Illusion Rooms

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Puzzling World
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Puzzling World

Well worth the trip from Queenstown.

Wanaka 4x4 Explorer - The Ultimate Lake and Mountain Adventure

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Amazing Trip!
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Amazing Trip!

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!

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

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Fantastic Experience
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Fantastic Experience

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.

Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Fly Ex Wanaka

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Stunning
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Stunning

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.

Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Fly Ex Wanaka

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Simply breath taking highly recommended!
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Simply breath taking highly recommended!

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.

Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Fly Ex Wanaka

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A perfect day
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A perfect day

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.

Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Fly Ex Wanaka

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Excellent
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Excellent

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

Puzzling World Wanaka - Great Maze & Illusion Rooms

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Great fun for the family!!!
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Great fun for the family!!!

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.

Puzzling World Wanaka - Great Maze & Illusion Rooms

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Family fun
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Family fun

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

Puzzling World Wanaka - Great Maze & Illusion Rooms

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Great fun
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Great fun

Kids had a great time

Puzzling World Wanaka - Great Maze & Illusion Rooms

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Great fun for kids n adults
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Great fun for kids n adults

Really good.Good fun

Puzzling World Wanaka - Great Maze & Illusion Rooms

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Great fun and a challenge at every step!
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Great fun and a challenge at every step!

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!

Puzzling World Wanaka - Great Maze & Illusion Rooms

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Great Family Entertainment
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Great Family Entertainment

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

Puzzling World Wanaka - Great Maze & Illusion Rooms

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Great fun for all ages
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Great fun for all ages

There is something to do and see for everyone. Great fun. Can easily spend couple of hours here when not busy. 5 mins drive from Wanaka central.

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A fun return visit
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A fun return visit

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.

Puzzling World Wanaka - Great Maze & Illusion Rooms

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Great Place
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Great Place

Great place. Clean inside. Warm. Friendly staff! Never to old for a maze!

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Great Day out for the whole family
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Great Day out for the whole family

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

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Great fun for the family
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Great fun for the family

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

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Fantastic holiday
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Fantastic holiday

Fantastic holiday

Puzzling World Wanaka - Great Maze & Illusion Rooms

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Very good
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Very good

Very amazing and friendly staff

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Puzzling World Amazing
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Puzzling World Amazing

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

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