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Skydive Wanaka

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Wanaka skydiving is one of the most unique and exciting experiences in New Zealand. Compared with skydiving in Queenstown, Wanaka skydiving does not see the bustling street scene, but has a wider view of natural scenery. When you jump from a plane at 15,000 feet and experience an exciting free fall, you can enjoy undisturbed views of New Zealand's highest peak, Mount Cook, the sapphire mirror-like Lake Wanaka and glaciers, Views such as rivers. SkydiveWanaka is a skydiving company based in Wanaka. It currently offers skydiving at two heights, taking off from 15,000 feet or 12,000 feet, respectively. After 60 seconds or 45 seconds of free fall, start a 4-5 minute landing flight. Choose a package with video recording. To experience Wanaka skydiving, you need to book in advance on the official website or find an agent, and then go directly to the skydiving center to report. SkydiveWanaka can also provide free transportation to and from Wanaka town. Skydive can only be done in fine weather. If the activity you booked is cancelled due to weather, SkydiveWanaka will reschedule the skydive time for you. If the time affects your subsequent itinerary, you can also choose a full refund. The skydiving center is located at Wanaka Airport. After checking in at the front desk, the staff will take you to the screening hall to watch the Chinese version of the skydiving explanation video, so that you can understand the precautions and do some standard actions. Then fill in the Chinese version of the safety instructions and risk responsibility notice. With the help of professional staff, you can put on the skydiving equipment, and then you can take the plane and set off. The accompanying coach and photographer will decompress you professionally. Once you reach a certain height, you can experience skydiving, all you need to do is jump with the accompanying instructor. In the process of free fall, the body cannot bend, it must be bowed to maintain stability, and the hands must be open. There is a lot of wind in the sky, and you can feel your cheeks being blown by the wind, which is very exciting. After dozens of seconds of free fall, the accompanying instructor opens the parachute and starts to glide in the air. The instructor will also make many large swings to increase the fun of skydiving. When approaching the ground, you must raise your legs as required, and leave the landing to the accompanying coach, because people without professional training are easily injured when landing. If you book a package with video recordings, you can wait about 20 minutes after returning to the skydiving center to get the edited skydiving video and photos.Wanaka · 9.7 km from downtown

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135***82July 6, 2024
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There are many types of guns, and the shooting is in the ranch area. There are many types of targets, and if you don't understand the instructions at all, you may be refused to play. I experienced playing Frisbee with rifles and shotguns. The experience of playing Frisbee is very novel, and I have never played with a shotgun. I scored 8 out of 10, and the coach praised me as a genius.

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艾伦伯根石厚March 20, 2026
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Important note: Of the three time options (20-30-60 minutes), the 60-minute option is the most cost-effective, as it covers the longest route! Free parking is available at the entrance. 🅿️

U-Fly Wanaka, NZ

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Lavender and SunMarch 11, 2022
5.0
The scenic boardwalk winds along the south shore. There are some winding walks starting from the camping area on the lakeside, which is a great place to spend a wonderful holiday. Sailing, swimming, windsurfing and fishing are popular activities in summer. Great place.

Puzzling World

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J OJanuary 8, 2026
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After my NZONE in Queenstown was canceled due to high winds, I didn't give up and switched to SKYDIVE. The weather was fantastic that day, the staff were warm and friendly, and I even chatted with strangers who were jumping from the same plane. The view from a different perspective was amazing. Because I chose the highest altitude, I was the last person to jump. But aside from being really nervous the moment I jumped, the floating experience was incredibly fun! 🥳

Skydive Wanaka

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jing0lingJanuary 23, 2024
5.0
wanaka is a nice place that can travel with family . Kids and Parents will love that and the people there is so nice and friendly.

Wānaka

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想飞的鱼0627March 11, 2021
5.0
Wanaka, located in the Wanaka Lake District on New Zealand's South Island, offers a fascinating combination of refined living, family fun and adventure. There are many cafes, restaurants and fun shops here, and you can also arrange sightseeing flights or skydiving. In addition, a willow tree in Wanaka has attracted many photography enthusiasts because of its graceful shape and long-term presence in the water. It is also famous for being named "Lonely Willow" by local photographer Chika Higa, and is one of New Zealand's representative attractions.

Lake Wānaka

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tt梦幻小妖January 23, 2020
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Nature is really amazing. After watching the star chasers, there is a lake like this and a lonely tree. No matter how you take pictures, it looks like an oil painting. There are also towering mountains around.

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王海娃子November 19, 2019
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Wanaka is a place that combines snow-capped mountains and lakes, and various extreme sports and entertainment. Little did I know that in addition to this, Wanaka also has a large lavender farm. Although the time is not right, you can imagine the scene of blooming lavender.

Wānaka Lavender Farm

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chrisboboMarch 18, 2021
5.0
Since the outbreak of COVID-19, I haven't been abroad for a long time. In addition, Shanghai has been experiencing continuous rainy seasons and humid and gloomy weather. I suddenly thought of pure New Zealand. The pure sky and air make people want to fly into the sky like a bird. Wanaka Flying Camp can satisfy your wishes. It is worth our drive for several hours over mountains and ridges to get here. The small plane can only accommodate four people. The handsome pilot will sit in the co-pilot to guide. As long as you pass the English test, everything will be fine. It feels so exciting. My husband even thought about getting a pilot's license, but now he can only miss it...

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TodemmyMay 14, 2021
5.0
[Scenery] The winery, wine cellar and vineyard are all great, I recommend you to come and have a look [Fun] The car is special, very special, very interesting and cute~ [Value for money] Rich vegetation, recommended~

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Trip Moments in Wanaka

Everyone says New Zealand is so expensive you have to save for ages to go   I went on a 7-day, 6-night trip around the South Island and after doing the math I found that it is indeed expensive, but

Everyone says New Zealand is so expensive you have to save for ages to go I went on a 7-day, 6-night trip around the South Island and after doing the math I found that it is indeed expensive, but

“everyone says New Zealand is so expensive you have to save for ages to go 🇳🇿 I went on a 7-day, 6-night trip around the South Island After tallying the costs, it is indeed expensive, but not as absurd as I imagined 💸 First, be upfront: where the money goes Excluding shopping, about 18,000 per person covers the trip (including flights, visa, car rental, accommodation, and activities) In the low season 15,000 can also work Book round-trip flights early; you can get them for just over 5,000 Car rental split among 4 people is just over 1,000 per person Stay in a homestay or motel depending on your budget What really costs is paid activities and flights and hotels Mountains, rivers, lakes, and the sea are all free 🏔️ How to do 7 days without overspending Day 1 Christchurch arrival Pick up the car, walk around the botanic gardens to beat jet lag, don’t pack the day too full Day 2 Christchurch → Lake Tekapo About a 3-hour drive, arrive at the Church of the Good Shepherd in the afternoon At night look up to see the Milky Way with the naked eye; the dark sky reserve isn’t called that for nothing Day 3 Lake Tekapo → Mount Cook About a 1-hour drive, the Hooker Valley Track is a 3-hour return walk with no difficulty When you reach the glacial lake the snow-capped mountain looks so close you could almost touch it Day 4 Mount Cook → Lake Pukaki → Wanaka Lake Pukaki is an even more milky Tiffany blue than Tekapo, perfect for photos right from the parking lot In Wanaka stare at that lone tree for a while and you’ll understand Day 5 Wanaka → Queenstown About an hour to Queenstown, take the Skyline Gondola up the hill At sunset the whole of Lake Wakatipu turns into an orange sea, and riding e-scooters is great stress relief Day 6 Queenstown → Glenorchy Lord of the Rings filming locations, Paradise Road, the Seven Trees Ride a horse into movie scenery, then come back in the afternoon for skydiving or a fjord cruise Day 7 return the car in Queenstown and fly home Food, in short The venison burger at Fergburger in Queenstown is bigger than your face and so juicy it drips from your hands The salmon at the Pukaki salmon farm has a natural creaminess and no fishy taste Patagonia’s chocolate ice cream is so milky you’ll want to lick the spoon Supermarket ingredients are great, motels usually have kitchens, and cooking for yourself can save more than half 🍔 A few sincere reminders Get your visa at least 1 month in advance, don’t procrastinate Don’t take chances with customs declarations; never bring fruit or meat, fines start at NZ$400 Right-hand drive, drive on the left.”@JetsetterJourney! · 29 days ago

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What are the must-do things in Wanaka?

Don't miss these attractions in Wanaka: Real Guns New Zealand, U-Fly Wanaka, NZ, and Puzzling World. If you like Food & drink, try Wanaka Wine Tours - Boutique Tour. If you enjoy Day tours, try Queenstown 6-hr join-in tour: Arrowtown Trail + Wanaka Lake View + The Lone Tree.

You can give Wanaka Wine Tours - Boutique Tour and 'Express' Wine Tour & Māori Culture Wānaka a try. Before you go, please check their opening hours and menus online. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak hours.

When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include Queenstown 6-hr join-in tour: Arrowtown Trail + Wanaka Lake View + The Lone Tree, Glenorchy + Paradise + Arrowtown + Cromwell + Wanaka Queenstown 1-day tour, and Queenstown departure: That Wanaka Tree, Wanaka and Lake Hawea twin lakes custom trip with door-to-door pickup. Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.

As of November 3, 2026, the reference price for day tours and activities in Wanaka is around BRL 201.5 – BRL 3,508.3. Rates vary by duration, group size, transportation, tickets, meals, and any special admission requirements. Before you book, please confirm the billing currency and whether the price is quoted per person or per group.

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