Queenstown Skiing Destination | Travel to Queenstown New Zealand | Queenstown Ski Tour Guide
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Destination Information:
Settled on the banks of the Lake Wakatipu in New Zealand is the picturesque resort town of Queenstown surrounded by majestic mountains in all their grandeur. While in Queenstown, feed your imagination and spirit to nature in all its beautiful glory. Undoubtedly the home for all adrenaline activities Queenstown has to its honor of being the destination to play host to the world’s first bungee jumping and canyon swinging activities. This by no means makes Queenstown a dead city in winters as its majestic slopes turn into one of the world’s best skiing destination. Queenstown is very well connected by local busses and taxis too are easy to find. The ride to the famous peaks of Coronet and the Remarkable can also be accessed by ski busses.
Reaching There:
Queenstown is self equipped by its own airport.
Skiing Locations:
Coronet’s peak and The Remarkable are the two skiing destinations most frequented by skiing enthusiasts. Early June to early October is the time to visit Coronet’s peak while that to visit The Remarkable is late June to late October. Older and more frequented location from the two is Coronet’s peak. With nice and fast lifts along with a well marked beginner’s area at its base, Coronet’s peak also has a separate section on its slopes for advanced skiers known as the back bowls.
The Remarkable’s on the other hand prove to be a safer option than the other peak. With separate sections for the beginners, intermediate and advanced skiers there is something for each level of skier. Snow boarders too can challenge their talent here on the slopes with adequate lifts to experience the rush of adrenaline. Also present here are Homeward Runs which are backcountry slopes providing breath taking views of the town of Queenstown. Also based here is an international level skiing school which coaches ski enthusiasts of all age groups.
Activities beyond the slopes:
The rush of adrenaline is not limited till the skiing slopes. Get a taste of the original bungee jump at Kawarau bridge or try your hand at jet skiing, sky diving etc. Nevis Highwire too should be visited to experience the thrill of headfirst diving. But this does not mean that people in search of calmer options should lose heart, a steamer ride across the river or a ride on the Skyline Gondola cruising through the town would surely make you yearn for more. One can also embark on a sea kayaking tour to view the famous fjord at Milford Sound. Designer boutiques, jewellery stores, art galleries and antique shops add up to make the place a shopper’s paradise. The range in taste is evident from the co existence of stores like the funky In the Pink to the simple and authentic Out There Clothing.
Nightlife and Food:
Queenstown has all the elements characterizing it into a party destination. With pubs, bars, rocking live music, famous DJ’s and restaurants at every nook and corner one has the opportunity to explore almost all the cuisines of the world. Dux de Lux, Fergburger and Winnie’s are some of the well known eating options out there.
Action, adventure or beautiful scenic beauty, whatever you may be in search for head for Queenstown and view it there.
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