Anne's Wanaka Guidebook
Sightseeing
Half days walk return this is a more challenging walk but very rewarding. Leave early in the morning to enjoy the sunrise from the top. On a hot day dont leave it too late to set off as its quite an exposed walk.
Mt Roy Track
Half days walk return this is a more challenging walk but very rewarding. Leave early in the morning to enjoy the sunrise from the top. On a hot day dont leave it too late to set off as its quite an exposed walk.
Beautiful park set back from the lake. Lovely place to wander and enjoy in peace. Can join the path from the park down to the lake front and spot the famous Wanaka Tree. The path continues on past Edgewater Resort where you can pop in for a drink or continue to Waterfall Creek.
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Wanaka Station Park
62 Wanaka Mount Aspiring RdBeautiful park set back from the lake. Lovely place to wander and enjoy in peace. Can join the path from the park down to the lake front and spot the famous Wanaka Tree. The path continues on past Edgewater Resort where you can pop in for a drink or continue to Waterfall Creek.
For mountain biking enthusiasts Bike Glendhu is a must! Head out to the picturesque Glendhu Bay and follow the signs to the bike park. You can hire e-bikes and normal bikes and discover stunning spots for great photos. Afterwards enjoy a refreshment at the cafe onsite.
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Bike Glendhu
42 Motatapu RdFor mountain biking enthusiasts Bike Glendhu is a must! Head out to the picturesque Glendhu Bay and follow the signs to the bike park. You can hire e-bikes and normal bikes and discover stunning spots for great photos. Afterwards enjoy a refreshment at the cafe onsite.
Food scene
Delicious food which is a popular restaurant in Wanaka. A great place for special celebrations and romantic dinners. Not ideal for children.
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Kika
2 Dunmore StDelicious food which is a popular restaurant in Wanaka. A great place for special celebrations and romantic dinners. Not ideal for children.
Great family restaurant with delicious tacos! Loved by kids and adults. Reasonable priced and a relaxed atmosphere.
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Amigos Mexican Grill Wanaka
71 Ardmore StGreat family restaurant with delicious tacos! Loved by kids and adults. Reasonable priced and a relaxed atmosphere.
Delightful cafe and deli set amongest the trees just off Cardona Valley Rd. Try one of their date scones, they are incredible!
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Florences Foodstore & Cafe
71 Cardrona Valley RdDelightful cafe and deli set amongest the trees just off Cardona Valley Rd. Try one of their date scones, they are incredible!
Locals favourite and institution in Wanaka. Established over 10 years ago it has become an integral part of the community. The menu is on trend and caters for all with vegan and vegetarian options.
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Federal Diner
47 Helwick StLocals favourite and institution in Wanaka. Established over 10 years ago it has become an integral part of the community. The menu is on trend and caters for all with vegan and vegetarian options.
Neighbourhoods
Beautiful path along the Clutha River ideal for walking and mountain biking. Other fab mountain biking trails such as Deans Bank. After all that exercise enjoy a coffee and pastry at Pembroke Patisserie.
Albert Town
Beautiful path along the Clutha River ideal for walking and mountain biking. Other fab mountain biking trails such as Deans Bank. After all that exercise enjoy a coffee and pastry at Pembroke Patisserie.
Only 40 minutes drive from Wanaka, head to the historic, picturesque and relaxed village of Cardrona. Stop by at the Cardrona Hotel for a cosy drink by the fire and some hearty fare. Wander the small town and visit historic buildings. Stop off at the Cardrona Distillery if youre a fan of a globally appreciated gin!
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Cardrona
Only 40 minutes drive from Wanaka, head to the historic, picturesque and relaxed village of Cardrona. Stop by at the Cardrona Hotel for a cosy drink by the fire and some hearty fare. Wander the small town and visit historic buildings. Stop off at the Cardrona Distillery if youre a fan of a globally appreciated gin!
9th largest lake in NZ and popular for fishing, boating and swimming. Township has the Hawea Hotel, great for pub food, and the Hawea Store and Kitchen which serves local produce. The Camp is also a great spot in the summer for its food truck, coffee stand and glamping options.
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Lake Hawea
9th largest lake in NZ and popular for fishing, boating and swimming. Township has the Hawea Hotel, great for pub food, and the Hawea Store and Kitchen which serves local produce. The Camp is also a great spot in the summer for its food truck, coffee stand and glamping options.