Attractions around Gleno
Explore 14 attractions, restaurants, shops around Gleno
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Heli Glenorchy
35 Mull Street, Glenorchy 9350 New Zealand
Heli Glenorchy is a locally owned and operated helicopter company providing flight experiences to customers from all over the world. We're also the only company permitted to land in the world famous Earnslaw Burn. Located at the Glenorchy Airstrip on the doorstep of the Southern Alps, Mount Aspiring and Fiordland National Parks, you will begin a 45-minute drive from Queenstown along the breathtaking shores of Lake Wakatipu - named 'One of the most beautiful drives in New Zealand'
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High Country Horses
243 Priory Road Queenstown, Glenorchy 9372 New Zealand
High Country Horses operates from a farm 15 mins from Glenorchy at the top of Lake Wakatipu - Mid Rivers Farm. We are surround by the Humbolt and Richardson ranges of Mountains and are nested at the base of Mount Alfred. The only company tht can take you to actual locations from The Lord of the Rings Trilogy and many other films. Offering local knowledge and exclusive rights to over 120,000 acres of Back-Country. Over 80 horses of all breeds and the best trails in the Country!! We can offer 1.5 hour rides through to 5 days/4nights. Activities for all to enjoy.
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Paradise Ziplines
Mull Street, Glenorchy 9372 New Zealand
Paradise Ziplines offers a visually spectacular, unique and diverse zipline experience, which is fully guided but hands on. One of the most beautiful courses in the world, Paradise Ziplines is a spectacular gorge zipline adventure which takes you on a journey through pristine native beech forest over an alpine stream starting high, then bring you down just meters above the water, the 8 lines provide a total 1km of zipping fun over varied terrain. Suitable for everyone with good mobility, this experience provides an excellent blend of personal challenge, achievement and exhilaration. No prior experience is necessary, our guides do all the technical stuff! The drive from Queenstown along the side of Lake Wakatipu to Glenorchy is an attraction in itself, allowing you to wind down and get away from the hustle and bustle of Queenstown.
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Delta Discovery
399 Routeburn Road Dart Bridge, Glenorchy 9372 New Zealand
Exclusive access to a unique environment, impressive 4wd vehicles, plus on board interactive multi lingual computer systems, deliver the chance to really get lost. Interact to guide, inform, and learn about all aspects of nature/geology/maori history over a 10km+ trail in comfort and safety. Ideal for all ages, we provide all you need to get a breathtaking view of this piece of paradise.
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Glenorchy Animal Experience
Glenorchy-Paradise Rd Rapid 225, Glenorchy 9350 New Zealand
**Winter break 2024: May til end September** Glenorchy Animal Experience is situated on a terrace overlooking Lake Wakatipu surrounded by mountains and stunning scenery. Come and pat, feed, photograph and interact with our many friendly farm animals. From alpaca to Pablo the donkey: something for everyone and suitable for all ages. Souvenir Shop on site.
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Glenorchy Lagoon Boardwalk
Lake Road between Oban St & Glenorchy Paradise Rd, Glenorchy New Zealand
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Mrs Woolly's General Store
64 Oban Street, Glenorchy 9350 New Zealand
Mrs Woolly's General Store has now added an art gallery! A destination stop for the world-famous Full Monty gelato sundae, pies, fresh house-made takeaway food, groceries, outdoor gear, accessories and beautiful NZ-made gifts. Mrs Woolly's has something for everyone! Our in-house chef makes delicious cakes and baked goods daily which go really well with our fantastic barista coffee. We also have soup available during winter and some delicious vegetarian and vegan food items and treats. A must-stop if you are in Glenorchy.
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Rippled Earth Kayaking
21 Mull St Glenorchy, Glenorchy New Zealand
Rippled Earth kayaks operates kayaking tours on the conservation reserves Pig and Pigeon islands, we can meet you in Glenorchy or pick you up from Queenstown. We use Double Sea Kayaks produced and designed in New Zealand, very stable and comfortable. The Islands we go out to have been maintained as bird sanctuaries so we can paddle around the headlands and onto the various beach's with the sound of many NZ Native birds, it is the home of Weka, one of New Zealand's flightless birds along with tui, fantail, bellbird and wood pigeon.With a spectacular backdrop of the Southwest New Zealand World Heritage Area these islands are a paddlers paradise
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Private Discovery Day Tours
Glenorchy Paradise Road, Glenorchy 9348 New Zealand
Discover the Paradise Valley dwarfed by Mount Earnslaw, in the heart of Middle Earth 4WD to 1680 feet above sea level on Mount Alfred and soak in the views over Diamond Lake and the Dart River Valley. Mount Earnslaw Station is a 15000 acre sheep and beef cattle farm set in this unique scenic environment. Small groups experience this unique property with exclusive excess, LOTR movie location sights included.
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Glenorchy Journeys - Scenic Tours, Guided Walks & Transport
129 Oban Street, Glenorchy 9350 New Zealand
Enjoy a guided walk on the magnificent Routeburn Track or take a scenic 4WD tour and experience breathtaking scenery that inspired Peter Jackson’s Lord of the Rings Trilogy and The Hobbit. Our privately-guided tours showcase the sheer beauty of an untouched paradise. Journey to the Mt Aspiring World Heritage area and experience diverse landscapes of ancient beech forests, braided rivers and glacier-carved valleys. Our professional local guide will provide an informative commentary about the district and its history throughout the tour.
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Glenorchy Waterfront Reserve
Glenorchy 9372 New Zealand
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Access Glenorchy at The Trading Post
13 Mull Street, Glenorchy 9350 New Zealand
A cozy shop/cafe which is the check in point for various tours and transport in the area. In addition to lots of information about the area and a ticket service, The Trading Post is filled with NZ made treasures and excellent food and drink offerings. There are books about our stunning country, pewter jewelry, delicious soaps, natural cosmetics, local art, gifts for kids and more. Our amazing coffee is complimented by home baked goods, featuring world-famous carrot cake, brownies, slices, huge chocolate chip cookies and scones with jam and cream. We have plenty of knowledge about the local area and are happy to help enhance your Glenorchy experience.
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Wildlight Safaris Aotearoa
12 Pigeon Place, Glenorchy 9372 New Zealand
Wildlight Safaris Aotearoa is a dynamic travel company operating throughout the Queenstown region. We specialize in private tailored photo tours, guided nature walks, and heli hikes, with over fifteen years of experience, both in New Zealand and internationally. Our love of nature and the great outdoors is the driving force of our work, and as local South Islanders, we know the region intimately. With our local knowledge and passion for the environment, you will find yourself exploring spectacular locations, both the iconic and less-traveled, while learning about the terrain, native flora and fauna, and New Zealand way of life. Wildlight Safaris is committed to protecting the natural environment. Every excursion with us is a direct contribution to conservation, as part of your fee is donated to one of the local initiatives we support. With your help, we can continue to preserve, educate, and keep New Zealand beautiful for future generations to enjoy.
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Isengard Lookout
Glenorchy-Routeburn Rd, Glenorchy 9372 New Zealand