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Queenstown Full-Day 8 Top Spots Small Group Discovery Tour
Tours • From Queenstown

Queenstown Full-Day 8 Top Spots Small Group Discovery Tour

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4.9 / 5
(21) • 300+ booked
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kr 1,149
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Glenorchy & Paradise Half-Day Film Theme Tour
Tours • From Queenstown

Glenorchy & Paradise Half-Day Film Theme Tour

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5.0 / 5
(5) • 100+ booked
kr 722
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Lord of the Rings Safari - Glenorchy Half Day Tour
Tours • From Queenstown

Lord of the Rings Safari - Glenorchy Half Day Tour

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English guided
Free cancellation
4.6 / 5
(65) • 1K+ booked
From
kr 1,762
Mount Earnslaw Scenic Flight Tour with Glacier Landing
Tours • Glenorchy

Mount Earnslaw Scenic Flight Tour with Glacier Landing

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Small group
English guided
New Activity
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kr 3,496
Glenorchy Glacier Express Helicopter Flight
Tours • From Queenstown

Glenorchy Glacier Express Helicopter Flight

Up to 3 hrs
Free cancellation
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4.8 / 5
(13) • 200+ booked
kr 4,279
Glenorchy & Paradise Half-Day Private Tour with Moke Lake
Tours • From Queenstown

Glenorchy & Paradise Half-Day Private Tour with Moke Lake

English guided
Free cancellation
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New Activity
kr 3,077
Glenorchy & Paradise Half-Day Small Group Tour
Tours • From Queenstown

Glenorchy & Paradise Half-Day Small Group Tour

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English guided
Free cancellation
New Activity
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kr 1,057
Glenorchy Glacier Expedition Flight Experience
Tours • Glenorchy

Glenorchy Glacier Expedition Flight Experience

English guided
Morning departure
Up to 3 hrs
New Activity
kr 5,566
Fiordland Helicopter & Cruise Experience with Lunch
Tours • From Queenstown

Fiordland Helicopter & Cruise Experience with Lunch

English guided
Morning departure
3-5 hrs
New Activity
kr 11,132
Earnslaw Burn Scenic Helicopter Flight
Tours • Glenorchy

Earnslaw Burn Scenic Helicopter Flight

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English guided
Up to 3 hrs
New Activity
kr 3,496
Glenorchy Lake Lochnagar Half-Day Helicopter Tour with Glacier Landing
Tours • Glenorchy

Glenorchy Lake Lochnagar Half-Day Helicopter Tour with Glacier Landing

English guided
Free cancellation
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New Activity
kr 5,566

Hotels in Glenorchy

EcoScapes
Hotels • Glenorchy

EcoScapes

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4.8 / 5
(42)
From
kr 4,414
Glenorchy Lake House
Hotels • Glenorchy

Glenorchy Lake House

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4.6 / 5
(17)
From
kr 5,916
Blanket Bay
Hotels • Glenorchy

Blanket Bay

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5.0 / 5
(51)
From
kr 12,259
Kinloch Wilderness Retreat
Hotels • Glenorchy

Kinloch Wilderness Retreat

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4.2 / 5
(151)
From
kr 1,087
Headwaters Glenorchy Eco Lodge
Hotels • Glenorchy

Headwaters Glenorchy Eco Lodge

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4.9 / 5
(36)
From
kr 6,298
Whare Puwaha
Hotels • Glenorchy

Whare Puwaha

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From
kr 5,701

Reviews of Glenorchy activities

Klook User
2026-06-27 00:20:02
Fantastic 5.0
The tour is packed in one day. Very reasonable and worth the price. Our tour guide Andy is a safe driver, good at communicating and was also very generous in stopping at other beautiful spots apart from listed itinerary to take some shots. highly recommended.
Klook 用戶
2026-07-30 09:36:05
Fantastic 5.0
I was delighted to sign up for this trip to Glenorchy and Paradise. Although the weather wasn't very stable, we were lucky enough to see a rainbow on the way to Glenorchy. Jim, our guide and driver, immediately pulled over at a suitable photo spot so we could admire this special scenery. Along the way, the humorous Jim not only introduced us to the unique characteristics of the towns around Lake Wakatipu but also gave us a deeper understanding of the entire South Island of New Zealand. This was a very pleasant and worthwhile trip.
Klook 用戶
2026-05-24 07:47:57
Fantastic 5.0
Riding in an off-road jeep was so cool! Before we even got in, the guide said we could sit anywhere, so I went straight for the front passenger seat. 😂 I highly recommend the front passenger seat! 👍 The view is great, and you can chat with the guide. 🤣 Their commentary was also very interesting. Plus, the Legend of Zelda movie coming out in 2027 was filmed here, which is exciting for fans! There was also an afternoon tea break, and both the banana cake and hot cocoa were delicious. Just a heads-up, though: there are some small, blood-sucking flies in the area that can be a bit annoying. 😂
LAU ******
2026-05-29 14:16:02
Fantastic 5.0
Absolutely amazing experience of our NZ trip🫶🏼 Thank you Rebecca, Laurie & Matt☺️

Glenorchy at a glance

When is Glenorchy cheapest?

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Avg $261 Priciest $419 Cheapest $123
Nov Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

June is typically the cheapest month for activities, at around USD 123 — roughly 71% cheaper than the priciest month in February, so you may find lower prices when demand is softer. Based on Klook booking data, November 2025 – June 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

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Most travellers from Hong Kong book about five days ahead, with a small window for last‑minute plans (around three days); during February’s peak expect to book earlier to secure spots. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Quick facts about Glenorchy

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    No time difference

  • Currency

    1SEK = 0.18NZD

  • Official languages

What to know before visiting Glenorchy

Quick overview of Glenorchy and its highlights

Glenorchy is a compact outdoor destination where most Klook bookings are for tours — guided outdoor experiences and nature-based activities lead the way. Demand on Klook has clear seasonal swings, with busy and quiet months that shape the year's rhythm for activities.

Best times to visit for crowds and prices

Klook booking data shows the busiest period around February, while demand eases later in the year with June among the quietest months. Prices also move noticeably across the year: they peak around February and drop through autumn into June, with June typically much cheaper than the priciest month. If you want lower prices and smaller crowds, aim for May–June; for the peak-season atmosphere and busier conditions, February is the time to be here. Price and demand move together over the months shown: when demand rises, prices tend to climb as well.

Tips for travellers from Hong Kong

Most travellers from Hong Kong book their Glenorchy activities about five days ahead on average, with many last-minute bookings within a few days. If your trip is short and flexible you can often arrange tours close to travel dates, but for peak-month travel in February it helps to plan a few weeks ahead to secure popular departures. Use Klook to check availability and lock in tours when you have your dates.

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