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Experience New Zealand like a local – wherever your travels take you.

We know all the best things to do, places to stay and ways to get there. Plus we’ll take care of the bookings. Start with i-SITE today.

A powerful moody landscape, Central Otago is a region touched by history, with a powerful landscape of ancient mountains, weathered rock formations, alpine herb fields and fast rivers. Central Otago is the scene of a 'wine rush'. Pinot Noir' has become one of the region's newest treasures, and many of the wineries welcome visitors for tours and tasting

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Must do's:

  1. The Paradise Safari 4WD Lord of the Rings Tour in Queenstown is fantastic & has stunning views along the way!
  2. Roscos Kayaks in Milford is the only kayaking tour of Milford that's been running 25 years! The guides are great & will show you all the epic scenery.
  3. Dart River Safaris take you by jet boat & funyaks down the river, an absolutely wicked trip!

The best kept secrets:

  1. Frisbee golf, ice skating, skate park, tennis, lawn bowls, playgrounds, walks and bike trails. Just some of the things to do in the Queentown Gardens.
  2. Lakeside Track - opening in Dec 09. One of the most stunning tracks in the area! Walkers, Bikers. Awesome flowers in Dec!!
  3. Dart Stables River Wild Ride: A 2 hour horse ride through Glenorchy fields and river beds with pick up in Queenstown

Great food & wine:

  1. Authentic Central Otago Farmers’ Market in Cromwell is held every Sunday from October to February is a great place to pickup fresh seasonal produce.
  2. The best gourmet pies in the Southern Lakes District are made fresh daily at the Arrowtown Bakery! Flavours you could only imagine!
  3. Located in the centre of Queenstown, Wine Tastes is a great place for anyone who wants to taste & buy the best local wines with over 80 different wines to try!

Hot deals:

  1. Experience the thrill and excitement in Wanaka with a U-Fly Original or Gold Adventure ride on a Sunday & receive a $30 discount off your DVD
  2. For $195pp, you can take your party of 4 on a wine tour of Central Otago vineyards then spend the night ensconced in comfort. Book at Alexandra i-SITE!
  3. See stunning views on a 20 minute helicopter flight to the top of the Remarkables Mountains. Reduced rate of $120 at 3pm & 4pm daily. Ask at Queenstown i-SITE.

Today:

  1. Tue 16 Mar 10, 08:00am.
    The Farmers Markets start Labour weekend at 8:00am and will run every weekend until March. Come early to get the best produce!
  2. Tue 16 Mar 10, 10:00am - 04:00pm.
    Sunday Craft Markets are running every Sunday until the end of summer. Great handmade arts & crafts direct from the artists. Pembroke Park from 10am until 4pm
  3. Tue 16 Mar 2010 - Wed 17 Mar 2010, 10:00am to 05:00pm
    Built to Last: Engineering in Otago - Engineers play a significant role in the design, construction and operation of many things that we often take for granted today.

This week:

  1. Fri 19 Mar 2010 - Sat 20 Mar 2010, 04:00pm to 02:00am
    The Cave Sessions 2010 - This March, Emberley brings you a truly unique gig...
  2. Fri 19 Mar 10, 07:00pm to 08:00pm
    Freaky Friday - Friday 5 March, 7-8pm Friday 19 March 7-8pm Friday 9 April, 7-8pm Friday 7 May, 7-8pm Friday 14 May, 7-8pm Don’t be scared be prepared!
  3. Sun 21 Mar 10, 03:00pm to 04:00pm
    Talk: Sculptor Regan Gentry - Well-known New Zealand sculptor Regan Gentry discusses his art practice, particularly that relating to art projects in public spaces.

This month:

  1. Sun 21 Mar 2010 - Mon 22 Mar 2010, 10:00am to 05:00pm
    Dinosaur Eggs and Babies - Discover dinosaurs through their eggs, babies, nests, skeletons and more!
  2. Thu 25 Mar 10, 09:00pm - Late
    Cornerstone Roots - Heading down south to Dunedin and Christchurch, bringing our 100% organic tunes with Waikato Reggae/Roots/Hiphop band Native Sons.
  3. Sun 28 Mar 10, 04:30pm to 05:00pm
    Finding the Toilets.... - Reuben Moss, performance artist and sculptor, will create a performance in the Lower Octagon mapping the underground Octagon Public Toilets.
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Experience New Zealand like a local – wherever your travels take you.

We know all the best things to do, places to stay and ways to get there. Plus we’ll take care of the bookings.

Start with i-SITE today.

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They’ll take the time to talk to you and find out your needs, your expectations, and your budget. Then they’ll help you to put together an itinerary that meets your individual requirements – taking care of the bookings then and there.

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