Things to do in Waitaki District

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Waitaki District
Waitaki District
Waitaki District
Waitaki District
Waitaki District

Waitaki District Attractions

Explore the best sights in Waitaki District with some unique tours & day trips, or try out our list of {36 fun activities in Waitaki District fun activities in Waitaki District}. We have no booking fees as well as free cancellation, so you can rest easy and channel all your energy into planning the ultimate vacation.

Things to do

Alpine Vista Helicopter Flight & Alpine Landing

Alpine Vista Helicopter Flight & Alpine Landing

$228
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Alpine Vista Helicopter Flight & Alpine Landing
Stunning Scenery

Day Tours from Mount Cook

$119
per adult
Day Tours from Mount Cook
Mt Cook One Way Tour From Christchurch Via Lake Tekapo

Christchurch to Mt Cook via Tekapo (1 way) (Small Group)

$134
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Christchurch to Mt Cook via Tekapo (1 way) (Small Group)
45-Minute Glacier Highlights Helicopter Tour from Mount Cook

45-Minute Glacier Highlights Helicopter Tour from Mount Cook

$400
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
45-Minute Glacier Highlights Helicopter Tour from Mount Cook
Tasman Glacier Heli-hike

The Adventurer: Tasman Glacier Heli-hike

$547
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Adventurer: Tasman Glacier Heli-hike
Mt Cook to Christchurch One-Way Small Group Tour via Lake Tekapo

Mt Cook to Christchurch One-Way Small Group Tour via Lake Tekapo

$113
per adult
Mt Cook to Christchurch One-Way Small Group Tour via Lake Tekapo
Mt Cook Day Tour From Tekapo

Mt Cook Day Tour From Tekapo (Small Group, Carbon Neutral)

$177
per adult
Mt Cook Day Tour From Tekapo (Small Group, Carbon Neutral)
Mt Cook to Lake Tekapo ONE WAY

Mt Cook to Lake Tekapo Small Group Tour (one-way)

$98
per adult
Mt Cook to Lake Tekapo Small Group Tour (one-way)
Mount Cook Scenic 35 Minute Helicopter Flight

Mount Cook Scenic 35 Minute Helicopter Flight

$295
per adult
Mount Cook Scenic 35 Minute Helicopter Flight
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Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown

Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown

Activity duration is 12 hours
7.8 out of 10 with 43 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $113 per adult
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Air, helicopter & balloon tours

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Alpine Vista Helicopter Flight & Alpine Landing

Alpine Vista Helicopter Flight & Alpine Landing

Activity duration is 25 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is $217 per adult
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Mt Cook Experience

Mt Cook Experience

Activity duration is 4 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $3,834 per adult*
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What to do in Waitaki District

Things to Do in Waitaki District with Kids

There are lots of incredible experiences in Waitaki District that the entire gang will love. Here are some of the most popular family friendly experiences in the area.

 

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Popular day trips from Waitaki District

Oamaru

Oamaru

Panorama view of mountain lake nature landscape on Benmore Peninsula and Waitaki River in Canterbury New Zealand

Otematata

Omarama

Omarama

Twizel

Twizel

Pukaki

Pukaki

Kyeburn Diggings

Kyeburn Diggings

Hampden

Hampden

Shag Point

Shag Point

Frequently asked questions

What to do in Waitaki District on a sunny day?
What can you do in Waitaki District for free?
You could store your credit card in the hotel safe for the day, because these top attractions won't cost you a dime:

  • Lake Ohau
  • Lake Benmore
  • Hampden Beach
  • Moeraki Boulders