Whether you're an adrenalin junky or enjoy the more passive pursuits, Wanaka caters for everyone. Skydive from 15,000 feet, plunge down a river canyon, ski tour into the back country or simply stroll along the beach, sit at a café and sip a celebrated Central Otago wine or browse the art & craft shops and unique boutiques..... Wanaka has it all!

Listed below is a selection of some of the activities we recommend that may appeal to you and make your stay the holiday of a lifetime.

Alpine, Nordic, Terrain Park, Back Country and Heli Skiing - what a choice for those who love the winter pursuits! Four commercial ski areas within a half hour drive from Wanaka as well as access into vast untracked powder runs by helicopter - see www.cardrona.com, www.treblecone.com, www.heliski.co.nz, www.snowfarmnz.com, www.snowparknz.com

Warbirds over Wanaka - an internationally acclaimed airshow with emphasis on restored aircraft from the two World Wars held every two years over Easter Weekend - see www.warbirdsoverwanaka.co.nz

Festival of Colour - five exciting days of inspiring performances of theatre, dance, music and cuisine by local, national and international artists, held every second year set against the spectacular backdrop of Wanaka in its autumn colours - see www.festivalofcolour.co.nz

Wanaka Flightseeing - an unforgettable experience flying across the Southern Alps and around the World Heritage listed Mount Aspiring and Fiordland National Parks - see www.flightseeing.co.nz

Puzzling World - suitable for all ages, Stuart Landsborough's world renowned Puzzling World includes a three dimensional maze, hall of holograms, house of illusions and mind bending puzzle room - see www.puzzlingworld.co.nz

Anyone for Golf? - Wanaka Golf Club has one of the areas most picturesque golf courses and caters for all abilities. Tuition is available as well as hire equipment, electric carts, meals and refreshments - see www.wanakagolf.co.nz

Trout and salmon fishing - the pristine waters of Lake Wanaka and the area's high country rivers and streams offer some of the best sport fishing waters to be found in the world. Charter a boat to troll the depths, engage a local fishing guide or hire some gear and explore some of the backwaters at your own pace - see www.southernlakesfishing.co.nz

Mt Aspiring National Park - Rob Roy Glacier walk - regarded as the jewel in the crown. This six hour excursion involves an hours drive to the northwest of Wanaka to Raspberry Creek carpark, followed by a four hour return trek alongside the tumultuous Matukituki River, up through the beech forest teeming with native birds, to the summit which is directly across the valley from the spectacular Rob Roy Glacier. Truly a walk not to be missed.

Other recommended excursions include:

• Peaceful trips on the lake aboard the luxury launch Dual Image or exciting lake and river journeys on the Clutha River Jet or Matukituki River Journeys
• Skydiving with Wanaka Skydiving
• River sledging with Frogz Have More Fun
• Trying your hand at archery, clay bird shooting, small bore rifle shooting, battlefield and minigolf at Have A Shot
• Visiting the Toy & Transport Museum, Warbirds Museum and Beerworks Brewery situated at Wanaka Airport
• Golf Cross (oval balls) and wine tasting at Rippon Vineyard
• Horse trekking in the Cardrona Valley with Backcountry Saddles
• Taking in a movie at the very famous and unique Cinema Paradiso