Things to do in Central Otago District

Find and book activities, attractions and tours

Visit Central Otago District

Types of activities

Central Otago District Travel Guide

New Zealand Southern Alps South Island - Südinsel Neuseeland Alpen

The worlds largest swing! 70meter free fall, 300meter arc.... AMAZING!!! I was so nervous I was uncontrollably tearing up getting in my harness. This is where you walk out to do the swing. Even this took me a few minutes to walk out onto! Thankfully this is not the one that messes with you (or at least the guys I had didn't after I asked them not to... They said they don't but the others - like the canyon swing - they really do). I love this because you don't have to jump. You dangle out over the ledge, they say "ready", you say "no", they reply "to bad" and they push the button to release you. I would never be able to jump, but it was the most exhilarating and fun thing I've ever done. Highly highly recommend! (This is also the place with the highest Bungy. Most bungy's are approx 40 meters of a drop... This one is 140 meters! Which actually is suppose to be easier on your body cause the cord has more time to absorb the shock).

On the drive from Wanaka to Twizel, we drove through the Lindis Pass and were amazed by how much the mountains looked like velvet.

The ruins of Welshtown, a ghost town from the gold rush days of central Otago

What to do in Central Otago District

Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Central Otago District? Search event tickets to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend!

Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check things to do near me to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be.