4 Days | Revel in Wanaka’s outdoor paradise on foot, bike, and kayak
![Hiker in Hooker valley track, Mount Cook, New Zealand](/v3/assets/blt0de87ff52d9c34a8/blt31e16e3466fa124f/63c8635eb010e33ef74d1a9e/PHXG_Intrepid_Travel-New-Zealand-NZ_mt-cook_hooker-valley-track-1100x735.jpg?branch=prd&width=75&quality=35&blur=1&format=pjpg&auto=webp)
![Wanaka scenery, South Island, NZ](/v3/assets/blt0de87ff52d9c34a8/bltd4007df476f262b8/63c863628bec7c3a7c0f5a3e/PHXG_Intrepid_Travel-8761-Wanaka-Miles-Holden-1100x735.jpg?branch=prd&width=75&quality=35&blur=1&format=pjpg&auto=webp)
![Passenger taking a photo of the beautiful scenery from Cardrona in the Otago Region of New Zealand](/v3/assets/blt0de87ff52d9c34a8/bltdd46ae677ecf9a6c/63c86367970ccd60f3de0488/PHLW_Wanaka-retreat_cardrona-scenery_1100x735.jpg?branch=prd&width=75&quality=35&blur=1&format=pjpg&auto=webp)
![The Willow Tree on Lake Wanaka in Autumn in the Otago region of New Zealand](/v3/assets/blt0de87ff52d9c34a8/blt6bf5f2e186f76a40/63c8636d75a0df5fb06ee48e/PHLW_Wanaka-retreat_lake-wanaka_willow-tree_1100x735.jpg?branch=prd&width=75&quality=35&blur=1&format=pjpg&auto=webp)
![Group of travellers overlooking viewpoint on bridge, Queenstown, New Zealand](/v3/assets/blt0de87ff52d9c34a8/bltde3655d99c0fabe8/63c863710a2c173bb528aa8a/PHXG_Intrepid_Travel-NZ_queenstown-1100x735.jpg?branch=prd&width=75&quality=35&blur=1&format=pjpg&auto=webp)
Take a deep dive into the Otago region on a 4-day active adventure in Wanaka. Let a local leader show you the very best of this slice of the South Island as you cycle the heritage-filled surrounds of gold rush Arrowtown, hike up to the hanging glaciers beneath Rob Roy Peak, kayak the glassy waters of Lake Wanaka and taste regional flavours at a local winery. Soak in spectacular cinematic backdrops as you walk up Mt Iron, visit a secluded Lake Wanaka island and experience a brand-new and thrilling cycling trail. From epic views to exhilarating activities, this adventure is sure to get your heart rate up.
Trip overview
![Map of Active New Zealand: Wanaka including New Zealand](/v3/assets/blt0de87ff52d9c34a8/blt8f1f60a3c71424ef/6337b7eac206c549b2f52471/PHXG_2021.gif?branch=prd&width=75&quality=35&blur=1&format=pjpg&auto=webp)
- Start
- Queenstown, New Zealand
- Finish
- Queenstown, New Zealand
- Theme
- Multi-active
- Destinations
- New Zealand
- Physical rating
- Indicates how physically exerting a trip is, and how fit you will need to be to enjoy it. More info on physical ratings
- Style
- Original
- Ages
- Min 18
- Group size
- Min 1 - Max 12
- Trip code
- PHXG
- Combine the best cycling, hiking and kayaking experiences that Otago has to offer from one central base in stunning Wanaka.
- Spend a morning hiking to the dramatic hanging glaciers beneath the towering Rob Roy Peak then kick back at a local winery where you’ll meet the winemaker and learn the local craft.
- Hike to a lake within an island in a lake on an island, looking out for rare birds and insects along the way, then cool off with a swim in crystal clear waters.
- Cycle a spectacular brand-new track along man-made wooden trails secured to the bottom of sheer rock faces – arguably the best bit of cycling trail in Otago!
- Experience the beauty of Lake Wanaka from a different perspective as you take a guided kayaking tour across its waters, surrounded by unforgettable mountain views.
- By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, World Bicycle Relief. Donations provide school kids, health workers, and farmers in far-out areas with bicycles that provide access to education, healthcare, and income.
- This trip includes a variety of activities (walking, cycling & kayaking). While not too strenuous, an average level of fitness is required. The cycling and hiking are done on reasonably graded trails - albeit with a few challenging sections on the Lake Dunstan Cycle track. Kayaking is done on flat water.
- Please ensure you consult your local government’s advice regarding domestic travel prior to booking this trip.
Itinerary
Inclusions
3 breakfasts
Private vehicle, boat, kayak, bicycle
Hotel (3 nights)
- Guided Cycling tour of surrounding area
- Leader-led orientation walk
- Private Boat to Mou Waho Island
- Flat Water Kayaking
- Mou Waho Island Hike
- Mount Iron guided hike
- Guided Hike to Rob Roy Glacier
- Maude Winery tasting room
- Kawarau Gorge Suspension Bridge
- Lake Dunstan Cycling Trail guided tour
- Rippon Winery visit - Free
- Queenstown - Kawarau Bridge Bungy - NZD265
- Wanaka - Stand-up Paddle Board Hire - per hour - NZD35
- Wanaka - Milennium Track walk - Free
Dates and availability
Important notes
1. This trip starts at 10am in Queenstown on day 1.
2. This trip finishes with a drop off at 6pm in Queenstown on day 4. Please do not book any flights until after 10pm this evening.
3. Bicycle hire is included so we require all clients' height at the time of booking.
4. Bike helmets are supplied also but you may wish to bring your own.
5. We recommend you wear closed-toe shoes and suitable clothing for the walks and cycling.
6. The cycling on this trip is not accompanied by a support vehicle.
7. An e-bike option (at additional cost) may be available on this trip. We have limited numbers of these bikes available and they are an 'on request' basis only. A request does not guarantee an e-bike, only a confirmed booking. Please ask your agent for more details at the time of booking.
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