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the stunning laKefront toWnof Wanaka is a genuine four season destination set against the pristine backdrop of the southern alps.

WHAT MAKES THE WANAKA REGION SO SPECIAL: experiences that are both authentic and inspiring

stunning scenery

personalised incentives that truly motivate and reward

unique quality venues and accommodation

group activities that are memorable and different

exceptional food, wine and catering services

a warm and welcoming community

only a 50 Minute scenic Drive froM QueenstoWninternationalairport

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engage, Motivate anD reWarDwith a tailor-made incentive experience in the Wanaka region.

WILD AND FREE:

fly-Walk-Jetboat to experience the pristine wilderness of Mt aspiring national park. spectacular scenic flights and glacier landings. nZ’s best skiing and snowboarding.

ADRENALINE JuNKIE:

accelerate faster than a formula 1 car in the world’s only 4-seat jet sprint boat at oxbow. strap yourself to a beautiful stranger and skydive from 15,000ft, or take a spin at the snow and ice Driving experience.

PuRE INDuLGENCE:

spend a night under the stars at Minaret station or fly in for a gourmet lunch. experience an evening of luxury overlooking Mt aspiring’s glaciers, or indulge in an exclusive degustation menu with local wine to match.

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versatile modern

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group activities from winter snow fun to

summer water sports &

relaxing wine tours.

tailor-made group itineraries

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a la carte fine dining or a private degustation

with your own executive chef.

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a gala dinner to remember

at a genuinely unique venue.

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a versatile portfolio of venues anD conference services to inspire and motivate your delegates. from intimate off-site team meetings to large-scale trade exhibitions and unforgettable gala dinners.

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vENuESexperience the Difference

7.50pm the rippon hall and vineyard

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stay another Daygetting to Wanaka is easy. it’s leaving you might struggle with, so stay another day or two.

OuR HIGHLIGHTS:

explore the pristine wilderness of Mount aspiring national park

spectacular scenic flights - land on a glacier or fly to beautiful Milford sound

new Zealand’s best skiing and snowboarding

750kms of hiking and biking trails. explore our place at your pace

experience Wanaka’s exceptional food and wine

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5.33pm 4WD tour, West Wanaka

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7.44am high flyers Breakfast

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Motivate yourteaM

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spring and autumn are perfect times to bring your conference to Wanaka.

Wanaka’s annual rainfall is half the national average, providing greater confidence for your outdoor plans.

Wanaka produces some of the most highly awarded local food and wine in new Zealand.

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alpine helicoptersalpine helicopters is the ideal partner for events

large and small. experienced pilots fly a large, modern fleet out of Wanaka & Queenstown, offering catered excursions throughout the fiordland, south Westland and Mt aspiring national parks. activities include gourmet picnics, glacier landings, ridge top

champagne or a transfer service between locations

www.alpineheli.co.nz

classic flightsstep back in time and experience the

excitement of the early flyers and their flying machines. take a rare journey back to the

1940’s as you don the old-style leather flying jacket, helmet, goggles and silk scarf. feel the

exhilaration of open cock-pit flying as you soar over lake Wanaka.

www.classicflights.co.nz

criffel station WoolsheDa stunning backdrop for unique, open air

conferences & events, incentive groups, staff retreats & team building. Just 7 km from Wanaka,

our expansive facilities & experienced team offers superb high country hospitality & tailored

conference activities & training for events ranging from 5 to 200 people.

www.criffelstationwoolshed.com

Discover WanaKaprofessional, local guides who passionately

deliver first class tourism experiences. products include; Wanaka Wine tours, Wanaka Bike guides

& Wanaka ski guides. a variety of half & full day options available. We can tailor a fun &

challenging experience to give your group a truly memorable experience.

www.discoverwanaka.com

eDgeWateredgewater is Wanaka’s only meeting and

conference venue situated directly on the shores of picturesque lake Wanaka. edgewater provides

conference delegates the complete solution with flexible meeting areas seating up to 140,

function options for up to 200 and on-site guest accommodation, all in one convenient location.

www.edgewater.co.nz

fantail eventsWanting to make a statement at your next

event in Wanaka? transforming a space is our specialty, be it a product launch, upscale dinner or a let your hair down themed event. We ensure

an incredible atmosphere while providing the local knowledge and functional pieces to deliver

an exceptional event.

www.fantailproductions.co.nz

heartlanDlooking for short-term printer hire for your

conference or event? locally owned and operated, heartland ricoh provide proven

technology, tailored to your needs. Whether for a day or a week, our printers allow you to work as efficiently from a conference as you would from

your own office.

www.heartlanddigital.co.nz

laKesiDe apartMentsThe perfect place. In the heart of town, across

the road from the main conference venue, Lake Wanaka Centre, & a stone’s throw from the

lake-edge, these luxurious, spacious, serviced apartments have everything you need for your conference guests plus large balconies with

amazing lake & mountain views.www.lakesidewanaka.co.nz

laKe WanaKa centre (lWc)Built from natural timbers and locally stacked stone,

& set within landscaped grounds along Bullock creek, lWc embraces its idyllic surroundings. offering a warm, well-lit & attractively decorated interior,

modern bars & kitchens, a sweeping outdoor deck & ample parking nearby, this venue is a versatile option

for all occasions.

www.qldc.govt.nz/events

Minaret stationnew Zealand’s most remote luxury lodge and high country property, Minaret station is a 50,000 acre

private wilderness in the heart of the southern alps, and a twenty minute flight from Queenstown or

Wanaka. Minaret station has been location to events for brands such as ford and Zespri, and offers a full

service event management operation.

www.minaretstation.com

oxBoW the aDventure co.oxbow guarantee an unforgettable experience tailored to each group. their most unique thrills include a world first 4-seater Jet sprint Boat, mind blowing off-roader truck and a stunning

helicopter flight. With so many more adventures at oxbow, this place is a must do for those

wanting pure world class fun!

www.oxbow.co.nz

paDDle WanaKapaddle Wanaka provide an exciting range of

activities using kayak or stand up paddle boards. for team building or fun group activities, we offer a range of fun and challenging adventures, from half day to full day. all can be tailored to suit any event,

interest and skill level. 0800 926 925

www.paddlewanaka.co.nz

patagonia chocolateslooking for a delicious, locally made gift for

your conference delegates? handcrafted in the southern lakes of new Zealand, patagonia

chocolates’ gift boxes make a great little treat. for more information contact us at

marketing@patagoniachocolates.co.nz (discounts available for corporate orders).

www.patagoniachocolates.co.nz/events

peaK functionsWanaka’s brand new function venue wrapped by a village of executive accommodation. This

contemporary, centrally located venue, is unrivalled in style & functionality. Every function is offered a dedicated event manager, superb catering &

fantastic service. Multi-story with dedicated breakout areas, it’s the perfect choice!

www.peakfunctions.co.nz

puZZling WorlDhosting over 180,000 customers a year means

puzzling World enjoys large indoor and outdoor areas ideal for hosting functions, community events &

conferences. from the immense sculptillusion gallery to our puzzle centre & even our floodlit great Maze we can provide a unique venue for your special occasion.

www.puzzlingworld.co.nz

release WanaKathe release Wanaka team stands ready to help create the trip of a lifetime. providing your group with private luxury accommodation, unique experiences & bespoke travel itineraries. What do your key staff want? they

are looking for experiences that give their life meaning & stimulation. release Wanaka is the answer!

www.releasenz.com

rippon hallthe photo says it all: the rippon hall will take your breath away before you even step inside. venture indoors & you will find a number of flexible spaces

that can cater from the smallest of meetings to conferences for up to 200 people. With a

dedicated team to take care of every detail of your event, look no further than the rippon hall.

www.theripponhall.co.nz

shpg ice Drivethe shpg ice driving experience is one of the most exciting group experiences available – with world class snow areas combined with

leading instructors and luxury european cars. set in the southern alps with its own private

event centre this truly is a location capable of hosting functions, corporate events & meetings.

www.icedriving.co.nz

ultiMate WanaKaultimate Wanaka brings to you the convenience of

combining Wanaka’s best action, adventure & nature activities together. the four companies ridgeline

adventures, Wanaka river Journeys, aspiring helicopters & eco Wanaka adventures have decades

of experience in heli tours, Jetboating, 4WD tours, Boat cruises, heli hikes & nature Walks.

www.ultimatewanaka.com

WanaKa hotelWanaka hotel Meeting room is suitable for

small Meetings, seminars and product displays. there is a 65” screen that can be connected up for power point presentation, white board, free

Wifi & a DvD player. catering packages are available or there is also a self-catering

kitchen. plenty of free parking on site.

www.wanakahotel.co.nz

WarBirDs anD Wheelsa distinctive venue catering for groups of 10-500

for meetings, conferences, exhibitions, trade shows, product launches, private parties & more. enjoy being

surrounded by nZ’s best collection of american classic cars & Warbirds planes in our airplane hangar as you

dine or mix & mingle amid these pieces of history.

www.warbirdsandwheels.com

Whare Kea chaletthe Whare Kea chalet sits on the edge of the

Mt aspiring national park with unparalleled views of Mt aspiring & the southern alps. accessed only by helicopter, this exclusive chalet is the ideal space for small to medium groups to enjoy the scenery or

explore the pristine surroundings.

www.wharekealodge.com

WilDWireinspiring, amazing, spectacular, incredible,

breathtaking, exhilarating, phenomenal...just some words to describe Wildwire. our unforgettable

waterfall climbing tours are perfect for half-day conference activities; team building events &

inspirational incentive experiences.

www.wildwire.co.nz

WanaKa BiKe toursWanaka Bikes tours offers the best biking

options for all budgets and abilities. showcasing the stunning landscape that surrounds lake

Wanaka. set your own pace with our bike and transport package or let our guides lead the way.

for something more exhilarating - a heli Bike, is a trip to remember.

www.wanakabiketours.co.nz

alpine connexionsalpine helicoptersclassic flightscriffel station WoolshedDiscover Wanakaedgewaterfantail eventsheartlandlakeside apartmentslake Wanaka centreMinaret stationoxbow the adventure co.paddle Wanakapatagonia chocolatespeak functionspuzzling Worldrelease Wanakarippon hallshpg ice Driveultimate WanakaWanaka Bike toursWanaka hotelWanaka recreation centre Warbirds and WheelsWhare Kea chaletWildwire Wanaka

www.alpineconnexions.co.nzwww.alpineheli.co.nzwww.classicflights.co.nzwww.criffelstationwoolshed.comwww.discoverwanaka.co.nzwww.edgewater.co.nzwww.fantailproductions.co.nzwww.heartlanddigital.co.nzwww.lakesidewanaka.co.nzwww.qldc.govt.nz/eventswww.minaretstation.comwww.oxbow.co.nzwww.paddlewanaka.co.nzwww.patagoniachocolates.co.nz/eventswww.peakfunctions.co.nzwww.puzzlingworld.co.nzwww.releasenz.comwww.theripponhall.co.nzwww.icedriving.co.nzwww.ultimatewanaka.comwww.wanakabiketours.co.nzwww.wanakahotel.co.nzsportrec.qldc.govt.nzwww.warbirdsandwheels.com www.wharekealodge.comwww.wildwire.co.nz

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