We are so excited to celebrate with you in Wānaka , New Zealand!Wānaka is just under an hour's drive from Queenstown Airport. Below you'll find information on recommended accommodation, how to get to Wānaka (via bus or car hire) as well as some of our favourite places in New Zealand.Feel free to email us at kate.woodhouse@uq.net.au if you have any questions.
Rippon Vineyard
15 March | Ceremony & Reception
3:15 pm
The ceremony & reception will be held at Rippon Vineyard. Please arrive by 3:15pm for a 3:30pm start.
246 Wānaka Mount Aspiring Road, Wānaka
Whare Kea Lodge & Chalet - Wānaka
16 March | Optional Recovery
12:30 pm
For those interested, we will be hosting wood-fired pizzas and drinks at Whare Kea Lodge.
After lunch, we will head to Lake Bar, Wanaka at 5pm.
After lunch, we will head to Lake Bar, Wanaka at 5pm.
494 Wanaka Mount Aspiring Road, Wānaka
Transport on the wedding day
A bus will be available for pick up and drop off at either The Lakefront Bus Stop (100 Ardmore Street) at 2:30pm or opposite Club Wyndham Hotel at 2:50pm.
The bus will then drop off at both locations from 11:45pm. There is limited parking available onsite. Please contact us if you require a car park. Alternatively, you can book a taxi with Yello Taxis.
The bus will then drop off at both locations from 11:45pm. There is limited parking available onsite. Please contact us if you require a car park. Alternatively, you can book a taxi with Yello Taxis.
BUS From Queenstown
The Ritchies bus service is available daily from Queenstown Airport or Queenstown City Centre to Lake Wanaka.
There are 2-3 bus services a day. Booking tickets in advance is recommended.
The bus will drop you at LakeFront (100 Ardmore St) where you can walk or taxi to your accommodation.
There are 2-3 bus services a day. Booking tickets in advance is recommended.
The bus will drop you at LakeFront (100 Ardmore St) where you can walk or taxi to your accommodation.
Car Hire & Taxis
Hire cars are available at Queenstown Airport or Queenstown City Centre, bookings available at the following link.
Receive a 15% discount code if you book with Thrifty and become a member.
Taxis are also available throughout the weekend. Bookings available via Yello Taxis.
Receive a 15% discount code if you book with Thrifty and become a member.
Taxis are also available throughout the weekend. Bookings available via Yello Taxis.
Accommodation
Black Barrel Lodge
Buchanan Lodge
Distinction Wanaka Hotel
Edgewater Resort - Use the code 'TREGOLD' when booking for a discounted rate
Horseshoe Bend Luxury Estate
Lake Side Apartments
Lime Tree Lodge
Marina Terrace Apartments
Oakridge Resort
Ramada Resort by Wyndham Wanaka
The River House Wanaka
Release Wanaka
Tin Tub Lodge
Wanaka Haven
Wanaka Homestead
Wanaka Selection - email the team directly at info@wanakaselection.co.nz for a 5% discount and use code 'DON15MAR'
Buchanan Lodge
Distinction Wanaka Hotel
Edgewater Resort - Use the code 'TREGOLD' when booking for a discounted rate
Horseshoe Bend Luxury Estate
Lake Side Apartments
Lime Tree Lodge
Marina Terrace Apartments
Oakridge Resort
Ramada Resort by Wyndham Wanaka
The River House Wanaka
Release Wanaka
Tin Tub Lodge
Wanaka Haven
Wanaka Homestead
Wanaka Selection - email the team directly at info@wanakaselection.co.nz for a 5% discount and use code 'DON15MAR'
Cardrona Pub
One of New Zealand's oldest and most iconic hotels. Only a 20 minute drive from Wānaka, we highly recommend stopping in for a few drinks in the beer garden and their famous nachos!
Wine Bike Tour
A lovely bike ride from Arrowtown stopping at some of the best wineries in the South Island. We would highly recommend the electric bikes.
Amisfield Restaurant
A beautiful backdrop for an extra long lunch.
Bookings are essential.
Bookings are essential.
