The Best of Queenstown and the Surroundings
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The Best of Queenstown and the Surroundings
Sarah
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This guide brings all the best nature spots in Queenstown and its surroundings to you. It not only includes the most beautiful places to see but also activities, recommendations on where to stay, where to eat and off-the-beaten track places.
Discover Queenstown itself, Glenorchy, Wanaka, the UNESCO World Heritage Site Fiordland National Park with the famous Milford Sound and everything on the way to and around those places.
Save yourself hours of research and preparation for your trip because I've already done that so you can enjoy more and worry less.
You'll get an interactive map with all the places, personal recommendations as I've already been there and all future updates are included too.
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QUEENSTOWN
Queenstown
@sarahgeiger
Queenstown, nicknamed the "Adventure Capital" of New Zealand, lies at the shore of Lake Wakatipu surrounded by impressive mountain ranges.
The activity options are endless from skiing during winter season, to bungy jumping, river rafting, sky diving, canyon swings, hiking and mountain biking. There is nothing you can think of that does not exist.
It is a popular vacation spot all year around and also offers boutique shopping, fine dining and you can pamper yourself with some amazing spa treatments.
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Where to Stay
Check out my guide about the best accommodation options for every budget in Queenstown. I'm sure there is something you like.
There are endless accommodation options in Queenstown and to make it easier for you and not having to research for hours, I gathered recommendations for you. Find out what your best options are to make the most of your visit. From budget accommodation to luxurious stays, I've covered everything.
I'm sure you will find the perfect place for your visit!
ENJOY YOUR TIME THERE!
50+ • Backpacker • Couples • Family • Groups • Vegetarian • Vegan • Female Solo • Adventure • Boutique • Budget • Camping • Design • Foodie • Luxury • Outdoors • Photography • Road Trip • Romantic • Shopping • Slow Travel • Sustainable/Eco • Wellness • Relaxation
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Where to Eat
Fergburger
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Opened in 2001 as a hole-in-the-wall place, the Fergburger has developed to a compulsory stop for every traveller. Once voted as the best burger in the world by CNN, tourists flock to taste one of the iconic burgers.
You should definitely check out the place to form your own opinion on this. I rate them as indeed very tasty but would not say it is the best I've ever had.
Good value for money though!
To avoid the notorious long lines I recommend to order over the phone and just pick it up.
Ferg not only has the burger shop but also a gelateria, a bar and a bakery that had been voted #1 Bakery in Queenstown.
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Yonder
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An essential in Queenstown's dining scene. Serving an extensive brunch and dinner menu and a superb cocktail & beverages menu.
Also they have choices for every dietary restriction you can think of.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Sarah
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❗PLEASE NOTE❗
I'm trilingual. I offer my services here in English but I can also provide them in German 🇩🇪 and Spanish 🇪🇸 if you contact me ✨
Hi everyone 👋🏻
I'm Sarah from Germany and my biggest passion is everything related to travel. I not only LOVE to organize my own travels but also help others make travelling and especially planning easier. Below you can find some facts about me to get to know me a little better 😊
🌏 I'm backpacking solo around the world since 2017, exploring new places and cultures. I love to travel off the beaten path as I think this is the best way to experience local life and discover places away from mass tourism.
🗻 I've lived in New Zealand for 2,5 years, exploring this beautiful country in my van and I've also lived in Australia and Uruguay for one year each.
🥥 I always try to spend as much time as possible in one country to be able to explore it thoroughly. The first thing I usually do is wandering the streets to get a feel for the place, visiting local markets and also trying all the food.
🏞️🏝️ I love the outdoors, hiking, chasing waterfalls, driving around with the scooter, scuba diving and snorkeling.
What's included
Digital Map
Fully interactive, digital map for finding places nearby
56 places
56 hand-picked places with notes from the creator
2 extra guides
Access to additional guides curated by the creator.
16 photos
Beautiful, hi-res photos from the creator
3 links
3 links from the creator to go even deeper with more info
DESTINATION(S) COVERED
Wanaka, Neuseeland
South Island, Neuseeland
Milford Sound, Southland, Neuseeland
Glendhu Bay, Otago, Neuseeland
Routeburn Track, Otago, Neuseeland
Lake Marian, Southland, Neuseeland
Moke Lake, Otago, Neuseeland
Crown Range Road Scenic Lookout, Roaring Meg, Neuseeland
Skippers Road, Skippers, Neuseeland
Arrowtown, Neuseeland
Ben Lomond, New Zealand
Diamond Lake, Otago, New Zealand
Wishbone falls, Mount Aspiring, Neuseeland
Key Summit Trail, Southland, Neuseeland
Cardrona, Neuseeland
Earnslaw Burn Track, Otago, Neuseeland
Lake Wakatipu, Otago, Neuseeland
Mirror Lakes, Southland, Neuseeland
Lumsden, Neuseeland
Glenorchy, Neuseeland
Queenstown, Neuseeland
Te Anau, Neuseeland
Roys Peak, Wanaka, Neuseeland
Paradise, Glenorchy, New Zealand
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50+
Backpacker
Couples
Family
Groups
Female Solo
Vegan
Vegetarian
Adventure
Boutique
Budget
Camping
Foodie
Luxury
History
Outdoors
Photography
RV
Relaxation
Road Trip
Romantic
Slow Travel
Van Life
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