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Glenorchy puts the end of Lake Wakatipu right beneath the mountains. The small township and its wharf face the water, while walking tracks head into the valleys beyond.

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Landmark4.8/5

Dart River Adventures

Embark on a thrilling journey with Dart River Adventures in Glenorchy, New Zealand. Get your adrenaline pumping as you navigate the stunning Dart River by jet boat or kayak. Marvel at the breathtaking scenery of Mt. Aspiring National Park and experience the beauty of the South Island like never before. Don't miss this epic adventure!

Landmark4.7/5

Glenorchy Lagoon Scenic Walkway

Embark on the enchanting Glenorchy Lagoon Scenic Walkway in New Zealand! Discover picturesque views, native birdlife, and tranquil surroundings along the 2-hour loop track. Don't forget your camera to capture the beauty of this hidden gem! Grab your hiking boots and get ready for a memorable adventure.

Landmark5/5

Paradise Ziplines

This Queenstown zipline course has eight lines above mountain and river scenery. Your guides explain the area on the climb to the first line.

Landmark5/5

Glenorchy War Memorial

Glenorchy War Memorial honors local heroes with a poignant tribute amid breathtaking landscapes, making it a must-visit for those seeking to reflect on history while surrounded by stunning scenery.

Cafe$$$4.2/5

Mrs Glen's Cafe

Big-room cafe in Glenorchy, with foosball, arcade games and toys for kids in a separate play space.

Cafe$$$4.5/5

Mrs Woolly's General Store

Discover the charm of Mrs Woolly's General Store in Glenorchy, where rustic elegance meets a delightful selection of local goods and gourmet treats, making it an iconic stop for visitors seeking authentic Kiwi experiences.

Cafe$$$4.6/5

Akin

Coffee shop in Glenorchy with espresso drinks, chai lattes and banana cake.

Stays

Stay$4.2/5

Kinloch Wilderness Retreat

Kinloch Wilderness Retreat in Glenorchy offers a unique stay within a historic building. Guests enjoy stunning lake, garden, and mountain views. The hostel features family rooms, a lounge, and a games room. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. A restaurant serves local cuisine with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Breakfast includes continental, full English, and vegetarian dishes. Guests can participate in yoga classes, hiking, and cycling. Additional amenities include a bar, hot tub, and electric vehicle charging station. Queenstown Airport is 78 km away.

Stay$$$4.7/5

Glenorchy Lake House

Glenorchy Lake House in Glenorchy offers a 4-star holiday home with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The property features a spacious living room, family rooms, and a fully equipped kitchen. Guests can unwind in the hot tub or enjoy the terrace with lake, garden, and mountain views. Additional amenities include air-conditioning, bathrobes, and free WiFi. Located 53 km from Queenstown Airport, the holiday home is highly rated for its convenient location. Nearby attractions include fishing, hiking, and cycling. The property provides a paid shuttle service, daily housekeeping, electric vehicle charging, and free on-site private parking. Other facilities include a coffee shop, outdoor seating, and barbecue areas.

Stay$$$$4.9/5

Blanket Bay

Located on the beautiful shores of Lake Wakatipu, Blanket Bay offers guests a relaxing hot tub and rooms with lovely lake views. Breakfast, dinner and Wi-Fi are included. Start your day with a delicious breakfast including bacon, eggs, muesli, cereals and freshly-made muffins. Changing daily, the tempting dinner menu can include roasted beef fillet and Thai carrot and coconut soup. Pre-dinner drinks are also included and range from fine New Zealand wines and spirits. Free bikes and kayaks are available for those seeking an adventure. In the evening, you can enjoy a game of billiards with friends or relax beside the warming fireplace. The front desk can arrange mountain bike tours, jet boating and Milford Sound tours. Blanket Bay Glenorchy is 3 minutes’ drive from the town centre. Queenstown is 35 minutes’ drive away and Wanaka is 90 minutes’ drive. All air-conditioned accommodation features an iPod dock, a flat-screen TV and a DVD player. Each has a private bathroom with a double vanity, a bathtub, slippers, and fluffy bathrobes. The suites boast a cosy fireplace.

Stay4.9/5

Headwaters Glenorchy Eco Lodge

Eco lodge in Glenorchy with thoughtful sustainable design and farm-to-table dining. Morning yoga starts the day before breakfast.

Things To Do
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5/5
5 h

Milford Sound Scenic Flight with Landing from Queenstown

Don’t miss out on a spectacular scenic flight with Air Milford to Milford Sound and back. This tour is perfect for those who have already done a cruise in Milford Sound and want to experience the spectacular region from the air and land. This 4.5-hour trip includes a landing in Milford Sound with up to 2 hours on the ground to take a self-guided walk along the shore line, soak up the surroundings, take pictures or have delicious coffee and cake at the cafe (at own expense) before your return scenic flight to Queenstown.

$446.78
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5/5
5 h 30 mins

Glenorchy Private Day Trip from Queenstown with Scenic Stops

Enjoy a private, door‑to‑door scenic experience from Queenstown to Glenorchy and Paradise — flexible, comfortable, and designed for travellers who appreciate personalised exploration. Follow one of New Zealand’s most impressive drives, with alpine peaks, reflective lakes, native forests, and well‑known filming locations. Move at your pace, choose the stops you prefer, and enjoy an amazing curated playlist throughout the journey. Your driver‑guide is also an excellent photographer, capturing high‑quality photos for you at every viewpoint. Key Features -> Private 5.5‑hour experience tailored to your group -> Explore Glenorchy, Paradise, Bennetts Bluff, 12 Mile Delta, and more -> Optional walks, photo stops, coffee breaks, and nature moments -> Spacious panoramic vehicles for a smooth, comfortable ride -> Local guide with genuine regional insight -> Fully flexible itinerary — add, skip, or extend stops anytime Ideal for couples, families, small groups, and solo travellers.

$319.98
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5/5
6 h

Private Luxury Glenorchy/ Mt Aspiring Park Portrait 4WD Tour

We photograph your tour professionally, so you can sit back and relax. From posed photographs through to candid ones, we'll be helping you feel relaxed in this beautiful place creating images you'll treasure for decades to come. All of our tours are private and our Land Rovers have full leather interiors. You won't be sharing the vehicle with anyone other than your guides and your party. Nor will we be rushing, we want you to wind down. We are DOC concession holders, SMS Safety Management Audited and NZTA Licensed Operators, so you can relax knowing you're in very safe hands.

$1,453.86
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5/5

Full-Day Small Group Routeburn Track Guided Hike from Queenstown

Join a small group, no more than 8 travellers, with a friendly local Kiwi guide on part of the Routeburn Track, one of New Zealand's Great Walks with over 140 years of history. Depart Queenstown or Glenorchy and follow the edge of Lake Wakatipu toward Mt Aspiring National Park. Climb through ancient red beech forest, with a total elevation of 343 metres over 15 kilometres on a well-formed track, moderate enough for regular hikers and achievable for those who don't hike often. Pass Forge Flat and Bridal Veil Falls, with the track running above the Routeburn River gorge. Listen for bush robins and kea as you cross a swing bridge into the alpine meadows of Routeburn Flats, where you'll stop for a picnic lunch surrounded by mountains before the gentle two hour descent back to Queenstown. Approximately 8 hours total, including 4.5 to 5 hours of walking. 8am start from Queenstown, 9am from Glenorchy.

$261.80
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5/5
7 h 30 mins

Full-Day Routeburn Track Key Summit Guided Walk from Te Anau

Experience a full-day guided walk on one of New Zealand's premier Great Walks - the Routeburn track, including Key Summit.  Tour departs from Te Anau, with a drive along the Milford Road to the trail head.  Ascend through lush forest and into a unique alpine herb field offering panoramic views, this walk offers an incredible day out in the heart of New Zealand’s Southern Alps.

$194.90
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5/5
5 h

Milford Sound Flight and Cruise ex Queenstown (incl Lunch)

Milford Sound is an area of extraordinary natural beauty. It offers a majestic fiord, dramatic and awe-inspiring scenery and prolific flora and fauna. This tour with Air Milford allows you to combine the stunning flight to Milford Sound with a beautiful cruise on the fiord. Relax as you enjoy the best of both worlds from above and from the sea.

$557.16
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4.9/5
5 h

Milford Sound Flight and Cruise ex Queenstown

Air Milford hosts you on an intimate experience, combining two incredible scenic flights into Fiordland National Park with a Nature Cruise through the fiord itself. Enjoy reserved seating for Air Milford passengers aboard the cruise and commentary from the passionate skippers while exploring the nooks and crannies along the edge of the fiord, nudging into sheer rock faces to examine flora and fauna in detail. Enjoy return flights to Milford Sound so you can experience its beauty from all angles.

$518.38
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4.9/5
10 h

Routeburn Guided Hike Experience - Full Day

Experience one of New Zealand's celebrated Great Walks on a full-day guided adventure along the Routeburn Track. Travel from Queenstown alongside Lake Whakatipu and through Glenorchy before entering Mount Aspiring National Park and the UNESCO World Heritage listed Te Wāhipounamu wilderness. Cross the Routeburn swing bridge into ancient native beech forest and follow the beautiful Routeburn River past waterfalls, gorges and mountain valleys as the track climbs towards Routeburn Flats before the steeper ascent up towards Routeburn Falls. Your experienced local guide shares knowledge of native plants, birds, geology and history along the way. With approx 6-7 hours of hiking within the 10-hour day, this is an incredible option for active travellers wanting to experience the Routeburn without an overnight stay.

$256.58
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4.9/5
8 h

Full Day Routeburn Canyoning Adventure from Queenstown

Go beyond the famous Routeburn Track and plunge into a wild canyon hidden deep within one of New Zealand’s most spectacular wilderness landscapes. Canyon Explorers is the only canyoning operator permitted to operate in the Routeburn Valley, giving you access to a remote part of Mount Aspiring National Park that most visitors never experience. Walk through native forest along part of the world-renowned Routeburn Track before descending into a canyon within the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Te Wāhipounamu area. This is a challenging canyoning adventure, with higher jumps and abseils, crystal-clear pools, waterfalls, ziplines, natural slides and narrow rock passageways. Two experienced guides lead every trip, providing expert instruction and support throughout the experience. A percentage of every trip also supports the Routeburn Dart Wildlife Trust and its work protecting vulnerable native wildlife.

$249.58
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11 h

Milford Sound Sea to Summit Experience from Te Anau

Discover the stunning beauty of Milford Sound and Fiordland National Park on this active, small-group day trip from Te Anau. Start your adventure with a peaceful morning boutique cruise showcasing breathtaking cliffs, waterfalls, and lush rainforests. Afterward, embark on a guided walk to Key Summit on the Routeburn Track, where panoramic alpine views await. This full-day experience combines leisurely cruising with invigorating hiking, making it perfect for those who love the outdoors. - Early morning boutique cruise on Milford Sound with Cruise Milford - Guided Key Summit walk on the Routeburn Track with stunning views - Small-group setting with a maximum of 8 guests for a personal experience - Includes return transport, lunch, and local guide commentary

$264.71
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5/5
5 h

Photography Tour from Queenstown to Glenorchy - 1/2 Day

Half day tour from Queenstown to Glenorchy. This photographic tour is an enjoyable outdoor adventure combined with insightful guidance on maximising the use of your camera. You will learn life long skills on the fine art of landscape photography from an award-winning photographer, while discovering some unforgettable locations. You will learn how to take beautiful landscape images using your own equipment. I also have a few special locations up my sleeve that have magical views. Glenorchy is surrounded by magical snow-capped mountains, stunning lakes and rivers, ancient beech forests. And at the edge of Mount Aspiring and Fiordland national parks, the frontier town of Glenorchy has provided the backdrop for many films, including The Hobbit and Lord of the Rings. Also the drive from Queenstown to Glenorchy is one of the world’s greatest drives, following along the Wakatipu Lake. You will get to enjoy the whole journey as your guide looks after the driving.

$221.08
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5/5
6 h

Glenorchy Private Day Trip from Queenstown: TravelnGo

Escape the ordinary with a fully private, customizable 6-hour day trip from Queenstown to Glenorchy. Experience some of New Zealand’s most stunning landscapes — from tranquil lakes and hidden bays to iconic viewpoints and peaceful alpine trails. Whether you want to capture perfect photos, enjoy short walks, relax at cozy cafés, or simply soak in nature, this trip is tailored entirely to you. - A 6 hour private tour tailored to your interests and schedule - Explore local gems like Moke Lake, Bennetts Bluff & Glenorchy’s red shed - Optional walks at Bob’s Cove or Glenorchy Lagoon - Comfortable travel in modern, clean vehicles - Hosted by friendly local guides who know the area inside out - Flexibility to add or skip stops — your trip, your way - Perfect for couples, friends, families, and photographers Unforgettable views, total freedom, and personal touches — this is how Glenorchy is meant to be explored.

$329.87
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5/5
4 h 30 mins

Private Half Day Photography Tour of Queenstown | Skippers | Glenorchy

• This private photography tour provides a flexible itinerary. • Your guide holds the public liability insurance, first aid certification and Passenger Service license, which allows to carry and transport clients and are the legal requirements for running this kind of business safely. All of this provides confidence and peace of mind to the clients that this local business offers only the high quality, safe and enjoyable experiences.

$209.44
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5/5

Private Full Day Photo Tour of Queenstown | Skippers | Glenorchy | Wanaka |Otago

• This private photography tour provides a flexible itinerary. • Your guide holds the public liability insurance, first aid certification and Passenger Service license, which allows to carry and transport clients and are the legal requirements for running this kind of business safely. All of this provides confidence and peace of mind to the clients that this local business offers only the high quality, safe and enjoyable experiences.

$302.52
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5/5
2 h

Queenstown Sunrise Glacier Scenic Flight by Glenorchy Air

As New Zealand's only fixed-wing Sunrise Flight Company we know just the path to take for the best sunbreak and views Watch the sun break from behind Mt. Aspiring, New Zealand’s highest mountain outside the Aoraki/Mt. Cook Region Take in the spectacular view of the Passchendaele Icefall, the Bonar Glacier, and the Olivine Ice Plateau Travel above places frozen in time that still look as they did 15,000 years ago Discover nature untouched as you fly over Mt. Aspiring National Park and see its hidden gems such as the Barrier Range and the head of the Arawhata River Experience the overwhelming sense of calm that comes with watching the start of a new day and walk away with memories that will last a lifetime

$307.76
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5/5
5 h

Milford Sound Helicopter and Cruise Tour from Queenstown

Go one step further taking our Milford Sound / Piopiotahi return scenic Helicopter flights and a wonderous 2 hour Milford Sound Cruise with our partners at Mitre Peak Cruises, to experience the Fiordland National Park from the sky, land and water. A remote alpine landing tops off this up close exploration of a UNESCO World Heritage wilderness. Spot wildlife such as seals, dolphins and the Fiordland Crested penguins roaming around Milford Sound. This is an experience you will never forget in the unofficial 8th wonder of the world.

$1,011.40
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5/5

Glenorchy 50 min Helicopter Tour | Earnslaw Burn & Waterfalls

Experience the breathtaking landscapes of New Zealand on this flagship helicopter flight, departing from Glenorchy. Soar over vast valleys and winding rivers as you approach the grand and exclusive Mt Earnslaw, where towering peaks and dramatic cliffs will leave you in awe. Glide close to the magnificent hanging Earnslaw Glacier, witnessing its stunning blue ice suspended above the valley floor. Descend into an untouched wilderness surrounded by towering rock and ice formations, embracing the feeling of being a mere speck in nature’s grandeur. - A breathtaking helicopter flight showcasing New Zealand’s natural beauty - Fly over the towering Mt Earnslaw and its stunning glacier - Witness cascading waterfalls and views of iconic Lord of the Rings locations - Opportunity to meet conservationists and learn about local wildlife preservation

$363.61
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5/5
72 h

Private 3 Day Queenstown Glenorchy Wanaka and Tekapo

Explore the stunning landscapes of New Zealand's South Island over three immersive days. From the turquoise waters of Lake Tekapo to the charming streets of Arrowtown, tailor your adventure to suit your pace and interests. Enjoy half-day tours of Glenorchy’s dramatic scenery and Wanaka's lakeside beauty, plus a full-day journey to Mt. Cook National Park. - 3-day private tour exploring Glenorchy, Wanaka, and Lake Tekapo - Flexible itinerary with customizable stops and activities - Daily hotel pick-up from Queenstown, returning each evening - Discover iconic sights and enjoy lakeside walks and stargazing opportunities Your local guide will pick you up each morning from your Queenstown accommodation in a comfortable vehicle, making stops at breathtaking lookouts and hidden gems along the way. Enjoy the flexibility to customize your tour with optional activities and plenty of time for photos, walks, and local cafés.

$654.50
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5/5
10 h

Private Full Day Queenstown Lord of the Rings Film Locations

Combine our Half Day in Middle Earth with a second Half Day Adventure into another part of Middle Earth with our partner company. We have a 1-1.5 hour lunch break back in Queenstown and change buses for the afternoon tour. Morning and Afternoon Tour itineraries are interchangeable and can be switched due to availability or weather conditions. You will be visiting the Skippers Canyon Lookout (weather permitting), Arrowtown, The Gibbston Valley, Glenorchy and Paradise. You will admire LOTR locations such as The Ford of Bruinen, The Gladden Fields, Pillars of the Kings, Ithilien, Isengard, Beorn's House, Lothlorien, Amon Hen and more!

$1,163.54
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5/5

Glenorchy Snow Landing Helicopter Flight 30mins

Heli Glenorchy’s Snow Landing is a short and scenic flight into the mountains, with a stunning landing in the snow. Perfect for photos, snow play, and taking in unforgettable alpine views—just minutes from Glenorchy.

$229.80
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