That Wanaka Tree
That Wanaka Tree is an iconic lone willow in Lake Wānaka, famed worldwide for its scenic beauty and reflections against the Southern Alps.
Pleasant Flat Bridge
Pleasant Flat Bridge offers tranquil views over river flats and alpine scenery in Haast Pass, making it a peaceful stop along the scenic highway.
Thunder creek falls
Thunder Creek Falls is a powerful 28m waterfall in Haast Pass, easily reached by a short walk and a must-stop on this scenic alpine drive.
Gates of Haast
Gates of Haast is a striking narrow gorge where the Haast River rushes between rock walls, offering a quick and scenic stop along the Haast Pass drive.
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Fantail falls
Fantail Falls is an easy-access Haast Pass waterfall, famous for its wide fan shape and shallow rocky base, perfect for a quick scenic stop.
Haast Pass
Haast Pass is a stunning alpine drive through rainforest, waterfalls, and mountains, linking Otago to the wild beauty of New Zealand’s West Coast.
Wānaka Lookout
Wānaka Lookout offers sweeping views over Lake Wānaka and the Southern Alps, making it a must-stop scenic viewpoint on the Crown Range Road.
Crown Range Summit
Crown Range Summit is New Zealand’s highest road, offering breathtaking alpine views and a scenic drive between Queenstown and Wānaka.
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Wānaka
Discover Wānaka — lakefront paradise with the famous‑in‑a‑tree willow, sky-high hikes, alpine skiing, steampunk fun & jet‑boat thrills.