Annual events in Wanaka include "War Birds" a spectacular airshow in March.

Skiing is great in the winter.

Puzzle World is great fun at anytime.

Wanaka’s Lifestyle Reserve highlights quality of experience in Lake Wanaka. In the same way wildlife reserves and National Parks have become holiday destinations, the concept of a lifestyle reserve acts as a draw-card for those wanting to experience the ultimate Kiwi lifestyle. Wanaka combines spectacular scenery with a genuine sense of community, where people are passionate about sharing their way of life, environment and what they do. With its ‘Lifestyle Reserve’, Wanaka is not only inviting you to experience its exceptional lifestyle but also highlighting the destination’s long term commitment to ensuring the quality of their experience is never compromised.

Wanaka’s spectacular location on the Lake at the foot of the Southern Alps with the wilderness of the Mt Aspiring National Park nearby makes it a magnet for outdoor lovers the world over.

Many travellers chose Lake Wanaka as a base to indulge in their passion, be this boating, hiking, climbing, skiing or mountain biking, just to name just a few.