Your host, Radka Murray, has lived in the area for over a decade and takes great pleasure in helping you to make the most of your stay. Besides the many walking tracks there are a lot of other activities to enjoy in the area. You can try your hand at fishing for trout and salmon in the rivers and the lake. Jet boat the amazing Dart River, or enjoy a fun yakking trip. There are also guided kayak trips, horse trekking, 4WD adventures or sky diving to name a few.
Dart River Adventures
Experience the spectacular wilderness of the Dart River Valley with Dart River Adventures, who offer scenic jet boat tours deep into the heart of Mount Aspiring National Park. Their range of adventures includes thrilling Wilderness Jet excursions, guided Funyak (inflatable canoe) experiences, and combination tours that allow guests to explore remote rivers, native forests, hidden streams and dramatic alpine landscapes that are otherwise difficult to access.
Horse Trekking
High Country Horses offers unforgettable guided horse trekking adventures through the spectacular landscapes surrounding Glenorchy, with rides suitable for beginners through to experienced riders. Visitors can explore braided riverbeds, native beech forests, alpine valleys and famous film locations on treks ranging from one-hour rides to multi-day backcountry expeditions across more than 100,000 acres of pristine high-country terrain.
Fishing
If you're into fly fishing, spinning, trolling or drift fishing Queenstown Fishing has the means and the know how to get you onto the fish! Queenstown Fishing offers one of a kind boat and fishing charters or guided fly fishing experiences on the spectacular alpine lakes Wakatipu, Wanaka and Hawea plus the world renowned rivers of the Southern Lakes region.
Glenorchy Lagoon Scenic Walkway
The Glenorchy Lagoon Scenic Walkway is an easy boardwalk and walking track that winds through wetlands, lagoons and native vegetation, offering spectacular views of the surrounding mountains. It is a popular spot for photography, birdwatching and peaceful strolls, with stunning reflections of the peaks often visible on calm days.
Lord of the Rings Tour
Join a guided Lord of the Rings scenic tour from Glenorchy to visit famous filming locations while discovering behind-the-scenes stories and the breathtaking scenery that brought Tolkien's world to life. The dramatic landscapes of Mount Aspiring National Park provided the setting for places such as Isengard, the Forest of Lothlórien, and Amon Hen.
Invincible Mine Track
The Invincible Mine Track is a scenic walking and mountain biking trail that follows part of an old gold mining route through the rugged Rees Valley near Glenorchy. Along the way, visitors can discover historic mining relics, cross suspension bridges and enjoy impressive views of the surrounding mountains, rivers and alpine landscapes.
Paradise Ziplines
Paradise Ziplines offers an exciting aerial adventure through native forest near Glenorchy, allowing visitors to soar between platforms high above the ground on a series of ziplines. Guided tours combine thrilling rides with fascinating insights into the area's natural environment, history and conservation efforts, all set against the spectacular backdrop of the Paradise Valley.
Glenorchy Animal Experience
Glenorchy Animal Experience offers a hands-on farm-style encounter where visitors can meet and interact with a range of friendly animals in a relaxed rural setting. Guests can enjoy guided experiences that include feeding and learning about the animals while taking in the surrounding mountain and valley scenery near Glenorchy.
Stargazing & Astrophotography
Glenorchy is a renowned stargazing location thanks to its low light pollution and clear alpine skies, offering excellent views of the Milky Way, planets and constellations on a clear night. Visitors can enjoy the experience from the lakeshore or nearby open areas, often with dramatic mountain silhouettes framing the night sky.