Formerly a gold mining town. Nowadays a paradise for thrill-seekers.
But with a pleasant center full of fine restaurants and shops. Wanaka is a relaxed city! It is surrounded by the azure blue Lake Wanaka, high mountains with snowy peaks and many beautiful natural parks.
Mountain biking is the ultimate way to check the area. It is not without reason that you will find 750 kilometers of cool mountain bike routes. Are you not such an athlete? Seat yourself on the heavily relaxed sofas in a living room setting at Cinema Paradiso or go for a local beer at Wanaka Beerworks. More in the mood for wine? At the Rippon Valley Vineyard you can taste wine while horse riding!
Take the boat to the beautiful Mao Waho anyway. This is an island in the middle of a lake, with another lake on it. Do you still understand? Either way, you have a great view here with the most beautiful landscapes. According to tradition you are not allowed to leave the island without giving something back. So avoid bad karma points. And plant your own tree. A good reason to come back!
Wanaka Airport
Not for the faint-hearted! This sightseeing flight includes some of the aerobatic skills of the bygone era. Experience the excitement of the early flyers and their flying machines; the smell of oil and aviation fuel, combined with the aroma of fresh leather. As you don the old-style leather flying helmet, complete with flying goggles and silk scarf, experience the excitement of being taken back in time to the nostalgia of a bygone era. The exhilaration of the open cockpit and the wind in your face! Enjoy a scenic flight over the city of Wanaka, including Lake Wanaka, Lake Hawea, and surrounding areas. This flight takes you to some of the most stunning scenery in the South Island with the backdrop of Mt Aspiring National Park and the Southern Alps.
Wanaka Airport
Take a sightseeing flight around Wanaka and see breathtaking New Zealand scenery in a Vintage Tigermoth. Experience the excitement of the early flyers and their flying machines; the smell of oil and aviation fuel, combined with the aroma of fresh leather. As you don the old-style leather flying helmet, complete with flying goggles and silk scarf, experience the excitement of being taken back in time to the nostalgia of a bygone era. The exhilaration of the open cockpit and the wind in your face. Discover the freedom and romance of a vintage scenic flight from Wanaka, one of the most spectacular scenic locations in New Zealand.
This is an impression of the available flight routes. Rules and safety will take precedence at all times.
Plan your flight in 4 easy steps
Be inspired by our stories and dream away with our photos. This is a ‘once in a lifetime’ experience! Choose your favorite flight now.
Choose your desired day and time and the reservation is ready! Sit back and relax while we organize the flight.
After the pilot has confirmed the reservation, the booking must be completed by providing the passenger details and making the payment.
The boarding pass with information about the pilot and the meeting point will be sent by e-mail. Enjoy your flight!
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