Local Activities

For those looking for outdoor adventure try the acclaimed FLY WALK JETBOAT trips Siberia Wilderness Walk or Siberia Experience… fish the awesome natural rivers… take your boat on the lakes with the closest boat ramp just 10 mins away… jetboat river access is just down the road… tramp/hike the amazing Gillespie Pass Track… stroll down to the renowned Blue Pools… explore Haast & Jackson Bay on the West Coast which are a comfortable day excursion away with plenty of less demanding short walks on the way… there is something here for everyone!

For the winter oriented Cardrona, Snow Farm & Treble Cone ski fields are just 70 minutes drive from Makarora.

And every 2 years the incredible Warbirds over Wanaka is on.. get out of the Wanaka mania and stay here where it’s peaceful.

We welcome your enquiries for any help to plan any of the activities mentioned above.