Lake Wakatipu

Lake Wakatipu has long been a favourite summer destination of many New Zealanders. Situated in Central Otago, Lake Wakatipu is commonly accessed from Queenstown, Glenorchy and Kingston.

Leisure-makers use the lake to water-ski, jet-boat, fish or explore - taking advantage of one of the many boat cruise providers.

Surrounded by snow-clad mountains and beautiful forestry, Lake Wakatipu is renowned for its beauty.  

Lake Wakatipu is New Zealand's longest lake, and third largest lake.