Top Water Activities Spots in Otago

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Dart River Adventures rating icon 9

45 Mull Street, Glenorchy 9372, New Zealand copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 19 of 491
Popularity in Category: 5 of 83
Popularity Worldwide: 2531 of 29088
Kayaking & Canoeing
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Nathan March 16, 2025

Pro tip: wear layers! The weather can shift from sunny to chilly pretty fast. I regretted wearing just a t-shirt when the wind kicked in.

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KJet Queenstown rating icon 8.2

Main Town Pier, Marine Parade, Queenstown 9348, New Zealand copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 51 of 491
Popularity in Category: 4 of 22
Popularity Worldwide: 4761 of 29088
Speedboats
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Jennifer April 22, 2025

I think the afternoon rides around 3 PM have fewer people, which made for a more relaxed experience. You get to enjoy the scenery without feeling rushed!

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Lisa March 28, 2025

Book your KJet trip online in advance to snag some great discounts – I saved a bit doing this! Plus, you get to skip some of the ticket line when you arrive

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Moana Pool rating icon 7.8

60 Littlebourne Road, Roslyn, Dunedin 9010, New Zealand copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 78 of 491
Popularity in Category: 21 of 155
Popularity Worldwide: 6325 of 29088
Swimming
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Skippers Canyon Jet rating icon 7

Skippers Road, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 110 of 491
Popularity in Category: 8 of 22
Popularity Worldwide: 8656 of 29088
Speedboats
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Paddle Queenstown rating icon 5.3

Main Town Beach (Bottom of Earl Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 211 of 491
Popularity in Category: 33 of 83
Popularity Worldwide: 13491 of 29088
Kayaking & Canoeing
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Jack April 10, 2025

I found it helpful to book in advance, especially on weekends... It gets super busy during peak hours, and securing your spot means less waiting around

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Charles March 19, 2025

Definitely wear sunscreen, even if it looks cloudy! I didn’t, and ended up with a pretty bad sunburn by the end of my day on the lake.

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Queenstown Paraflights rating icon 4.6

Main Town Pier, 1 Marine Parade, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 245 of 491
Popularity in Category: 34 of 66
Popularity Worldwide: 15828 of 29088
Parasailing
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Challenge Rafting rating icon 2

88 Beach Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 411 of 491
Popularity in Category: 17 of 22
Popularity Worldwide: 23463 of 29088
Rafting
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Michael April 20, 2025

I recommend booking the morning session around 9 AM; the river is less crowded and you can enjoy the beautiful scenery without rushing. Also don't forget to bring a waterproof phone case for some epic photos!

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Family Adventures rating icon 2

43 Camp Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 410 of 491
Popularity in Category: 18 of 22
Popularity Worldwide: 23370 of 29088
Rafting
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Wanaka Parasailing rating icon 0.6

Lakeside Road, Wānaka 9305, New Zealand copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 482 of 491
Popularity in Category: 63 of 66
Popularity Worldwide: 28467 of 29088
Parasailing
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Susan March 20, 2025

I recommend booking your parasailing session in the morning, like around 9 AM... The winds are usually calmer then, and you'll have the lake to yourself before it gets crowded later in the day

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Benjamin October 14, 2024

Check if there are any combo deals for parasailing with other activities, like boat rides or jet skiing. I saved a chunk of money that way, and it made for an incredible day on the water!