Jetboating on the Shotover River
Queenstown, South Island, New Zealand[5.4 miles]
Exhilarating 85km/h jetboat ride (with 360-degree spins) through the striking canyons of the Shotover River.
Best for ages: 8+ | £60 | 4-5 hours
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Hotel St Moritz Queenstown
Last updated: 21 December, 2022
Ignoring the faux alpine design, Hotel St. Moritz offers just about everything the outdoorsy visitor to Queenstown could want: stylish, comfortable rooms, a great location and enthusiastic staff.
The hotel is set up for skiers, with its own specialist storage facilities, and the hotel’s elevation means fantastic views of Lake Wakitipu – but it does mean a walk up the hill to the hotel from the town below.
There’s a good choice of room types – from standard guest rooms to two-bedroom apartments – and a full complement of bars and restaurants.
It’s a few minutes’ walk from the centre of Queenstown – so the ideal base for exploring everything Queenstown has to offer.
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Key facilities
Airport transfers: Not available
Beach: None
Creche
Fitness centre
Fitness classes
Golf course
Hot tub
Parking
: On-site *
Pool (adults only)
Pool (indoor)
Pool (outdoor)
Pool (kids)
Spa
Tennis courts
WiFi: Free
Yoga
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All inclusive
Kids menu
Restaurant on-site
Self catering
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Bedrooms
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Suites
Tents
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Air conditioning
Flat screen TV
Jacuzzi (private)
Pool (private)
Tea & coffee making facilities
WiFi
Bedding options
2+ bedrooms
3+ beds
Connecting rooms
Rollaway/sofa bed
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Bungy jump off the Kawarau Bridge
Queenstown, South Island, New Zealand[19.6 miles]
The original bunjy jump, from a 43m-high bridge over the Kawarau River, plus valley swings and human catapult experiences alongside. Adrenaline rush guaranteed and spectacular scenery to boot.
Best for ages: 10+ | £100 | 4-5 hours
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Steamship TSS Earnslaw on Lake Wakatipu
Queenstown, South Island, New Zealand[0.4 miles]
This 1912 Edwardian twin screw steamer – the only remaining commercial passenger-carrying coal-fired steamship in the southern hemisphere – offers 1.5-hour scenic cruises on Lake Wakatipu. Passengers can view the engine room, and read onboard displays about the boat’s history, as well as soaking up the jaw-dropping scenery.
Best for ages: 4+ | £40 | 1.5 hours
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Onsen Hot Pools
Queenstown, South Island, New Zealand[6.4 miles]
Inspired by the Japanese tradition of onsen, these cedar-lined hot tubs are filled with local mountain water heated to 38.5°C. Both indoor and outdoor tubs are available for up to 4 people per tub (they have special couples ones too), and all come with views of the Shotover River. Perfect for post-adrenaline-activity recovery.
Best for ages: 8+ | £40
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Arrowtown
Arrowtown, South Island, New Zealand[17.4 miles]
This charming town showcases New Zealand’s gold-mining history – a rare taste of heritage in this modern nation. Founded in 1862, at its height it was home to over 7,000 residents (today around 3,000). Many of the original buildings have been preserved, creating a character-filled main street – that’s now home to some excellent shops and restaurants.
Best for ages: 13+ | Free
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