Nestled in the middle of beautiful mountain landscape, Wānaka has some tracks you just can't beat. Grab your walking shoes and explore some of our favourites: 

• Mt Aspiring National Park - there are many tracks located in Mt Aspiring, spanning from short walks to large hikes. Learn more about the tracks here.
• Mount Iron - located walking distance from Wānaka township is Mount Iron, one of the more popular short walks. Read more here.
• Diamond Lake - Offering a short or half day walk, Diamond Lake is located out past Glendhu Bay. Be prepared for stairs & it can be icy in the winter. The views are however, unbeatable.
• Wānaka Lakefront - Perhaps you're after a gentle walk instead. Wānaka lakefront is a great option and offers accessibility for all. Flat, well made paths loop around the lake, offering beautiful picnic and swimming spots as you go. 

With wonderful eating and drinking options scattered around the township, you sure won't be disappointed. From high end bistro dining, to delicious casual food trucks, Wānaka offers a spot for every occasion. 

• Big Fig - Dine in or take away, Big Fig serves up delicious hot dishes, tasty salads and great coffee.  
• Kika - An award winning, fine dining restaurant  focused on New Zealand flavours, Kika is one not to miss. 
• Food Trucks - Discover tastes of Southeast Asia, Mexico, Italy, France and more – along with beloved Kiwi classics, all in one spot on Brownston Street.
• Hook - Located just out of Wānaka Township, Hook is not only a great place to eat and drink, but also catch your own Salmon - taking farm to table to new meaning.

When in a beautiful location, why not push your boundaries and dive into some adventure sports - quite literally. 

• Skydive Wānaka - It's not everyday you strap yourself to a stranger and jump out of a plane.
• Wildwire Wānaka - Join their experienced guides, on one of Wildwire’s adventures. Wildwire is child-friendly for children as young as 10 years. 
• Crossfire Wānaka - For those who prefer two feet on the ground, enjoy a unique combination of shooting and accuracy challenges just ten minutes drive from Wānaka central. Great for families.
• Water Sports - There are numerous operators who will take you on the water, whether jet boating, parasailing, or jet skiing is your business, Wānaka has it all.
• Skiing - With Wānaka being surrounded by world-class mountains, we suggest hiring some ski gear and exploring what the snow has to offer.