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Sightseeing

Picture-perfect Queenstown vistas

Take in the spectacular sights of Queenstown from atop a mountain, the Queenstown Gondola or various flying contraptions.

Queenstown Gondola

Ditch the hiking boots for the day and take a ride up the steepest cable car to one of the most stunning views in the Southern Hemisphere. You’ll be treated to a 220-degree panorama of Queenstown’s epic mountain ranges.

An aerial view of Queenstown at dusk with snow-capped mountains and a large lake in the background.

Hiking trails

As well as being surrounded by some of New Zealand’s Great Walks, Queenstown boasts a plethora of hiking tracks and trails close by. Whether you’re looking for a Sunday stroll or something to get the heart pumping, there’s a trail for you.

A person hikes up a mountain trail with clear skies and Queenstown Hill in the background.

Helicopter tours

Take in the lakes, mountains, rivers and valleys from high above Queenstown on a helicopter tour you’ll be hard-pressed to forget. Multiple companies offer amazing experiences, all with one spectacular view.

An aerial view of a helicopter flying over a lake, with snowy mountains and Queenstown in the background.
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Stay

Pinewood offers a range of different types of affordable accommodation to suit every traveller.

A red jet boat speeding through a narrow, rocky canyon on blue-green water.

Activities

Queenstown isn’t called the adventure capital of the world for nothing. Book your adventure right here at Pinewood.

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