Things to do in Lindis Pass

Stroll past cascading waterfalls and view towering glaciers at Lake Wanaka. Cruise across the tranquil, dark water and unwind in the sun on empty lakeside beaches.

Lake Ohau, in the Mackenzie Basin of the Waitaki District on the South Island, is an idyllic spot for outdoor lovers. The first thing you’ll notice when you visit is its stunning blue-green color, resulting from glacial silt carried from the surrounding mountains into the photogenic lake. Get familiar with the area in tiny Ohau Alpine Village and appreciate the grandeur of the Ben Ohau and Ohau mountain ranges in the distance.

Hot Tubs Omarama is an open-air spa surrounded by spectacular rock formations and a picturesque stream. It has a selection of pools of different sizes in the midst of stunning scenery, so you can relax in the bubbles with a view of the waterway and the mountains. After a day of trekking through the mountains, visit Hot Tubs Omarama to refresh.

Stay at Lake Hawea and be rejuvenated by the vivid scenery at this popular South Island destination. Hike nature trails, fish for trout and enjoy water sports on the lake.

Spend a few hours strolling amid the dazzling purple hues of flowering lavender while visiting the Wanaka Lavender Farm. Spread across 20 acres (8 hectares), the farm presents a colorful foreground to dramatic alpine landscapes. Admire thousands of lavender plants and other seasonally flowering plants. Say hello to farm animals, play giant games and sample lavender-infused food and drink.

Visit Puzzling World to enjoy a wide variety of amusing visual tricks and brainteasers. See a strange Roman toilet, test yourself at puzzle games and feel dizzy in a tilted room.

Captivating vistas of stunning landscapes are the reward for a visit to Mount Iron Lookout, an observation area at the top of Mount Iron. This glacier-carved rocky knoll rises 787 feet (240 meters) above the lakeside resort of Wanaka and is reached via a 2.8-mile (4.5-kilometer) loop trail.