Things to do in Northburn

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.

When the air is crisp and the snow fresh, Cardona Alpine Resort is a winter sports enthusiast’s dream. On-mountain accommodation will put you close to the action, letting you ski or snowboard right out onto its 850 acres (3.5 square kilometers) of skiable terrain. Test out the nursery slopes, practice flips, spins and slides in the four terrain parks, or tackle the challenging backcountry runs.

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.

Drool over leather interiors, gleaming tailpipes and rare models while visiting Warbirds & Wheel, a museum showcasing classic and vintage automobiles, motorcycles and military aircraft.

If you’re a golfer vacationing in the South Island of New Zealand, you’ll definitely want to visit the Wanaka Golf Club to play one of the country’s most picturesque courses. Test your ability on the 18 unique holes while enjoying the pristine alpine landscapes. Wanaka Golf Club started in 1922 and the course moved to its current location in the 1930s. The public club forms an integral part of Central Otago’s burgeoning reputation as a world-class golfing destination.