by Queenstown, a town surrounded by the Southern Alps and Lake Wakatipu, got its name because early settlers believed its views should be reserved only for the Queen. Here, lakes and mountains are everywhere, and you can immerse yourself in the beauty at every step. The beauty of Queenstown is not just a single scenery, but a combination of beautiful elements from all over the world: it has the quiet of a small town under the snowy mountains of Switzerland, the lively colorful houses by the water of Copenhagen, and the lake scenery like Lugu Lake in Yunnan Province.
To get a full view of Queenstown, take the Skyline gondola up to Bob’s Peak. From the top of the hill, you can enjoy a panoramic view of Queenstown, and the Sky Restaurant at the top of the hill is the perfect place for evening dining, which has been rated as the world’s best view of the sky restaurant. In addition, being in Queenstown’s lake scenery is also an experience not to be missed, whether it is sitting by the lake to relax, or taking a retro steam cruise to immerse you in the lake and mountains.
Not far from Queenstown is the small town of Glenorchy, the prototype of Middle Earth. More tranquil than Queenstown, it is the perfect combination of plains and glaciers. The town of Glenorchy is blessed with some of New Zealand’s top walking trails, the most famous of which is the Routeburn Track. Riding through the Dart River Valley and visiting the Isengard location from the Lord of the Rings.
Arrowtown, located between Queenstown and Lake Wanaka, is a small town with excellent natural scenery. Backed by mountains and facing the Arrow River, the town retains the historical character of the gold Rush 200 years ago. Walking in the streets of the town, feeling the quiet life of time and space stagnation, or visiting the gold rush museum and art shop, you can feel a strong historical atmosphere. Taking a hot air balloon up into the air and overlooking this small town hidden in the valley is even more refreshing.
Lake Wanaka, about an hour’s drive from Queenstown, is known for its clear, calm lake and stunning views backing the Southern Alps. The lonely tree on the lake has become one of New Zealand’s most famous attractions, attracting photographers and tourists alike. At night, Lake Wanaka is starry, making people feel the romance and mystery of nature.
Mount Aspiring National Park, one of New Zealand’s highest peaks, is home to ancient and mysterious glaciers, towering mountains and spectacular waterfalls. As part of its natural heritage, Mount Aspiren is protected and the best way to explore it is on foot. Among them, the Routeburn Trail connects Mount Aspiring National Park and Fiordland National Park and is the first choice for hiking enthusiasts.
In addition to its stunning natural beauty, Queenstown is a paradise for extreme sports enthusiasts around the world. Kawarau Bridge is the birthplace of bungee jumping in the world, attracting countless extreme sports enthusiasts with its exciting bungee jumping experience.In addition, Nevis has the largest canyon swing in the world, allowing people to swing in the 300 meters wide canyon high air, experience unprecedented excitement.
Queenstown, this hidden utopia, whether it is snowy in winter or golden in autumn, can make you feel the best world scene. Here, you can enjoy the tranquility of the lake and the mountains, or you can experience the heart-pounding extreme sports. Whether you’re looking for peace of mind or a thrilling adventure, Queenstown has everything you need.
