If you want to relax and have fun amid absolutely beautiful scenery with vibrant colors, you should definitely have a Queenstown vacation in the fall. The weather is perfect and you can easily enjoy the activities that are popular during spring and summer. During cooler evenings, there are plenty of ways to warm up.
Perfect time
Autumn is from the beginning of March to the end of May. You’ll have to wait until June 9 for the ski season to start, but if you love winter sports, you can plan your Queenstown vacation to cover part of the fall and part of the winter season as well. During the autumn months, the temperature rarely drops below 12 degrees Celsius and the weather is mostly dry. You can look forward to the perfect temperature for daytime outdoor fun.
Relaxing and Fun Activities
The season is perfect for wine tours. You can choose which wineries in the Gibbston Valley to visit. You can bike through the vineyards or take a walking tour if you prefer. You can plan your vacation so you can go to the Gibbston Food and Wine Festival held in nearby Arrowtown. It usually takes place in the middle of March, but it is better to check the date in advance.
Activities that are suitable for people of all ages include biking, hiking, and kayaking. You can easily choose routes that match your fitness level and ability. Many of the tracks and courses are even suitable for children. For more laid-back fun, you can simply ride a bike or walk through Queenstown Gardens. Golf is another popular sport in the local area. You can choose from six different courses that are in excellent condition while on holiday in Queenstown.
You can enjoy the most amazing views from the gondola or a hot air balloon. If you are more adventurous, you can go paragliding or skydiving. In general, all the adventure activities that the local area has to offer are available during the fall. You can choose anything from bungee jumping to rock climbing. When you want nothing more than to relax, you can do so in a hot pool at home or at one of the local spas.
Finally, you need to plan where to stay in advance. Although the fall season is not the busiest, you will benefit from reserving accommodations early. You can choose from apartments, hotels, motels, holiday homes, B&Bs and backpacker inns for your Queenstown vacation.