Glenorchy & Paradise Scenic Tour - Morning Departure

Join Altitude Tours for a magical half-day small group tour to Glenorchy and Paradise. This small settlement is full of characters and charm, and home to some of the most famous and scenic sights found in the region. 

• Take in the view on one of the most scenic drives in New Zealand
• Explore Glenorchy township, its lakefront, and its iconic red boat shed
• Go beyond and visit Paradise, Diamond Lake, and famous LOTR locations
• Tuck into a Kiwi-style morning tea including cheese rolls, sweet treats, L&P, and Whittaker's chocolate
• Enjoy a small-group sightseeing tour limited to just 16 people
• Be hosted by a friendly and knowledgeable local guide
• Departing at 9am returning around 1:30pm

Top Scenic Drive

Begin your day meeting your friendly guide in the Queenstown Town Centre. Starting with a spectacular scenic drive from Queenstown to Glenorchy along the lake edge, with scenic photo spots and entertaining stories from your local guide about Lake Whakatipu and its legends.

Glenorchy Township

Glenorchy township is home to approx. 400 permanent residents and the gateway to Paradise Valley and the Mt Aspiring National Park. Once we arrive in this quaint country town, you will have the chance to explore the picturesque lakefront including the iconic red boat shed.

Paradise Magic

From Glenorchy, we join a dirt track, a one-way road into the National Park. The Glenorchy-Paradise Road travels past rich farmland, through native beech forests, and across river beds. Not many live up in this direction, with its most famous residents being the mystical characters from LOTR and other movies, TV series, and commercials. Your guide will show you famous filming sites, with even the chance to dress up as your favourite Middle Earth character for a fun photo opportunity. 

While exploring the area, In true Kiwi South Island hospitality, we will prepare morning tea at a picturesque location, complete with cheese rolls, ginger slice, L&P, and Whittaker's chocolate.

The Journey Back

After Paradise, we will return back through Glenorchy, where we will have a brief stop, before allowing you to sit back and relax and enjoy the sights before being dropped back in the Queenstown Town Centre.

Experience the Unforgettable

Let us take you on a magical journey to Glenorchy and Paradise and discover more with Altitude Tours. The 4.5 hour Glenorchy & Paradise Explore departs at 9am returning by 1:30pm.

Glenorchy & Paradise Scenic Tour - Afternoon Departure

Join Altitude Tours for a magical half-day small group tour to Glenorchy and Paradise. This small settlement is full of characters and charm, and home to some of the most famous and scenic sights found in the region. 

• Take in the view on one of the most scenic drives in New Zealand
• Explore Glenorchy township, its lakefront, and its iconic red boat shed
• Go beyond and visit Paradise, Diamond Lake, and famous LOTR locations
• Tuck into a Kiwi-style afternoon tea including cheese rolls, sweet treats, L&P, and Whittaker's chocolate
• Enjoy a small-group sightseeing tour limited to just 16 people.
• Be hosted by a friendly and knowledgeable local guide

Top Scenic Drive

Begin your day meeting your friendly guide in the Queenstown Town Centre. Starting with a spectacular scenic drive from Queenstown to Glenorchy along the lake edge, with scenic photo spots and entertaining stories from your local guide about Lake Whakatipu and its legends.

Glenorchy Township

Glenorchy township is home to approx. 400 permanent residents and the gateway to Paradise Valley and the Mt Aspiring National Park. Once we arrive in this quaint country town, you will have the chance to explore the picturesque lakefront including the iconic red boat shed.

Paradise Magic

From Glenorchy, we join a dirt track, a one-way road into the National Park. The Glenorchy-Paradise Road travels past rich farmland, through native beech forests, and across river beds. Not many live up in this direction, with its most famous residents being the mystical characters from LOTR and other movies, TV series, and commercials. Your guide will show you famous filming sites, with even the chance to dress up as your favourite Middle Earth character for a fun photo opportunity. 

While exploring the area, In true Kiwi South Island hospitality, we will prepare afternoon tea at a picturesque location, complete with cheese rolls, ginger slice, L&P, and Whittaker's chocolate.

The Journey Back

After Paradise, we will return back through Glenorchy, where we will have a brief stop, before allowing you to sit back and relax and enjoy the sights then be dropped back in the Queenstown Town Centre.

Experience the Unforgettable

Let us take you on a magical journey to Glenorchy and Paradise and discover more with Altitude Tours. The 4.5 hour Glenorchy & Paradise Explore departs at 2pm returning by 6:30pm.

Full Day Glenorchy Scenic Tour with Dart River Wilderness Jet 

Join Altitude Tours and Dart River Adventures for a full-day tour experiencing this awe-inspiring area by road and jetboat.

• Take in the view on one of the most scenic drives in New Zealand
• Explore Glenorchy township, its lakefront, and the iconic red boat shed
• Go beyond and visit Paradise, Diamond Lake, and famous LOTR locations
• Tuck into a Kiwi-style morning tea including cheese rolls, sweet treats, L&P, and Whittaker's chocolate
• Enjoy free time in Glenorchy township with time to get lunch
• Join a two-hour jet boat experience on the spectacular Dart River
• Take a short (easy) walk in a remote area in the national park
• Be hosted by a friendly and knowledgeable local guide and experienced jet boat driver

A Morning in Paradise

Your day begins with Altitude Tour's Glenorchy & Paradise Explorer. Start with a spectacular scenic drive from Queenstown to Glenorchy along the lake edge where you will enjoy scenic photo spots and entertaining stories from your local guide about Lake Whakatipu and its legends. 

Arrive in Glenorchy and explore the lakefront including the iconic red boat shed, before continuing up toward Diamond Lake and Paradise. Take in the incredible snow-capped views over the Dart and Rees Rivers while your guide sets up a uniquely Kiwi morning tea to enjoy, and optional costumes to recreate your favourite movie scene photo.

Take a Break

You will be dropped back in Glenorchy to enjoy free time, with the opportunity to visit a local cafe for lunch, take a short walk by the lakeside, or pick up a local souvenir from Mrs Woolly's General Store.

An Afternoon on the Dart River

That afternoon, Dart River Wilderness Jet will host you for a spectacular two-hour jet boat ride on the Dart River into the heart of the world-renowned Mt Aspiring National Park and The Wāhipounamu UNESCO World Heritage Area. Their highly experienced drivers will showcase the area's fascinating history, the Greenstone trail, and Māori legends, covering 90 km of river. Throughout the jet boat experience, your driver will take you on a short walk in the national park, allowing you to see further into this remote area, and learn about the flora, fauna, and history.

Upon returning to Glenorchy, Dart River Adventures will transport you back to Queenstown by van, dropping you off in the town centre, or near your accommodation.

Experience the Unforgettable

Let us take you on a magical journey to Glenrochy and Paradise and discover more with Altitude Tours. The 8 hour Glenorchy Full Day with Dart River departs daily at 9am, returning at 5pm.

The Dart River Adventure Wilderness Jet is subject to availability at the time of booking. The Altitude Tours reservations team will reconfirm this experience with you after booking.