• Janice GuimondNew Zealand 2026Traveler
    Lake Wanaka, early morning
    Steve at Lake WanakaLake Wanaka, mid afternoon😊❤️The famous Wanaka TreeSculpture at Lake WanakaMany camper vans; this one was particularly colorful 🌈Post-climb smoothie, lakesideBack to Barley Mow (driver's side on the right)Cute sign at the entrance gateGrilled steaks!The neighbor's single sheep 😊We visited with Miles, our host over a few beers - great conversationI didn't keep up with the beer drinkers, so Steve suggested this 😄Steve's lamb roast dinnerSo long, Queenstown! Our final meal there.

    9. Wanaka, & Misc

    February 1 in New Zealand ⋅ ⛅ 70 °F

    An hour from Queenstown, Wanaka is another beautiful area. While bustling with activity on the Sunday we were there, it's less busy/congested compared to Queenstown, and sunnier!🌞