Bella Vista Motel Wanaka

• 18 fully serviced modern REFURBISHED studios
• Wireless Internet available
• Ski drying room and ski storage available
• Lock up garage for motorcycles/mountain bikes
• Guest laundry available 
• Satin head shower jets

• FREE off street parking
• Flat screen LCD TVs in all rooms
• Satellite TV
• Local activity booking center
• All units are non smoking
• Eftpos and major card facilities 

Local Walks

Mount Iron

Mount Iron Summit offers panoramic views of Lake Wanaka and Hawea and the peaks of Mount Aspiring National Park. Round Trip: 1.5 hrs

Mount Roy

The 360 degrees panoramic view from the top of this mountain is magnificent. The track is closed from Oct to Nov for lambing. Round Trip: 6-7 hrs

Outlet Walk

This scenic track follows the Clutha River from the Lake Wanaka outlet to Albert Town. Suitable for either walk or mountain bike. Outlet to Albert Town: 1hour

Diamond Lake

This loop track to the Summit of Rocky Hill offers superb views over the glacier-carved landforms. Round Trip: 3 hrs

Rob Roy Glacier

Starting from Raspberry Creek, this easy hike leads to an area of spectacular alpine scenery. After crossing a swing bridge over the West Matukituki River, the track climbs through beech forest to alpine meadows at the head of the valley with views of Rob Roy Glacier. Kea is often seen! Round Trip: 3.5 hrs

Mt Aspiring National Park

Nearby Mount Aspiring National Park attracts day-trippers, hikers and mountaineers. Tracks and hikes of varying terrain and skill levels - Gillespie Pass Circuit, the Wilkin Valley, Aspiring Hut, Rob Roy Track, Liverpool Bivy and Cascade Saddle.

Skiing Wanaka

Less than an hours drive from Wanaka are three of New Zealand’s best skiing locations – Cardrona, Treble Cone & Snow Farm.

Cardrona Skifield

Base Elevation: 1260m Highest Lifted Point: 1860m Vertical Rise: 600m Terrain: 345 hectares Terrain 25% Beginner 50% Intermediate 25% Advanced Operating hours: 9am to 4pm daily Season: late June to early October (may vary year to year)

Treble Cone

The largest ski field in the area.
Base Elevation: 1260m Lift elevation: 1960m Summit elevation: 2088
Terrain: 550 hectares
10% Beginner 45% Intermediate 45% Advanced
Operating hours: 9am to 4pm daily
Season: late June to early October (may vary year to year)

Snow Farm

Base Elevation: 1520m Highest Point: Mt Pisa 1965m
Terrain: 55km of trails, 10km Snow Shoe trail
40% Beginner 20% Intermediate 40% Advanced
Operating hours: 9am to 4pm daily
Season: late June to early October (may vary year to year)

Attractions

Paradiso Cinema Wanaka

This small classic movie theatre located in Wanaka is a real find. Comfy old sofas, an old Morris Minor, a cafe & bar serving delicious meals before, during or after the movie. Homemade ice-cream, world-famous hot cookies fresh every intermission.

Puzzling World Wanaka

Stuart Landsborough's Puzzling World is a world unique attraction specialising in puzzling eccentricity. For over 35 years this remarkable business has entertained and amazed visitors of all ages attracted to this beautiful part of the world.

Lakeland Adventures

Jet Boating at its Best! An exciting 60-minute adventure beginning with a 10-minute jaunt across the lake before entering the mighty Clutha River. Here, the New Zealand designed and built craft is truly at its magnificent best, skimming over rocks and sandbars, powering through rapids and giant pressure waves of New Zealand's largest river.  Scenery and Excitement.  

SkyDive Wanaka

A New Zealand skydiving experience that stands out from the rest
Considering skydiving while you are in New Zealand? Discover why Skydive Lake Wanaka is the NZ skydiving experience everyone is talking about.

Wanaka Speights Ale House

The Wanaka Speight’s Ale House is situated on Ardmore Street next to Bullock Creek and across the road from Lake Wanaka. The outdoor decks afford all day sun with a picturesque view of the lake. As a top Wanaka restaurant, the Speight’s Ale House offers a great range of speciality beers, indoor/outdoor dining and a wide variety of meals. The Speight’s Ale House is operated by the owners and is a very popular meeting place for locals, holiday-makers, skiers and tourists alike.

Waterfall Climbing via ferrata

At Wildwire Wanaka you can climb Wanaka’s iconic Twin Falls using the via ferrata system (protected climbing route), A family-friendly activity suited to all regardless of fitness level or experience.

Horse Trekking Wanaka

Backcountry Saddle Expeditions has over 30 years experience in trekking through old Gold Mining areas and high country Cadrona Valley farms. Riding on Appaloosa horses, which are bred for this terrain. The local, highly skilled guides provide an enjoyable 2-hour trek.

4WD Adventures

Ridgeline Adventures offers something for the more adventurous – Local, highly trained 4WD experts will take you off the beaten track and into the high country locations – including rivers, lakes, glaciers, peaks and privately owned alpine mountain farms.

Bella Vista Wanaka will happily offer local advice on any of these activities and will gladly facilitate complimentary reservations should an activity require a booking.