Lake Wanaka

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Lake Wanaka

Lake Wanaka is located in the Otago region of New Zealand, at an altitude of 300 metres. Covering an area of 192 km2 (74 sq mi), it is New Zealand's fourth largest lake, estimated to be more than 300 m (980 ft) deep.

Its name is Māori, a corruption of Oanaka ('The place of Anaka', a local tribal chief). The town near the foot of the lake is also called Wanaka.

In addition to ongoing sheep farming, the lake is now a popular resort, and is much used in the summer for fishing, boating and swimming. The nearby mountains and fast-flowing rivers allow for adventure tourism year-round, with jetboating and skiing facilities located nearby. Check out the details and definitely plan your next vacation to New Zealand to enjoy an exotic vacation.

Getting There

This tourist attraction is well serviced by public transport including taxis, buses and shuttle. With Queenstown Airport close by, tourism mirrors that of the surrounding areas.