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Surrounded by postcard-perfect scenery, this urban beach on the shores of stunning Lake Wakatipu is a destination for swimming, water sports and jet boating.

In the foothills of the snowcapped Southern Alps rests a beautiful ice queen.

Take a drive on the Southern Scenic Route to embark on a walk through regenerating forest that leads to two of the Catlins’ most photogenic falls.

Hike around this picturesque lake in the forest to see the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps reflected in its dark waters on a clear day.

Hike around this picturesque lake in the forest to see the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps reflected in its dark waters on a clear day.

Hike around this picturesque lake in the forest to see the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps reflected in its dark waters on a clear day.

Take a drive on the Southern Scenic Route to embark on a walk through regenerating forest that leads to two of the Catlins’ most photogenic falls.

Hike around this picturesque lake in the forest to see the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps reflected in its dark waters on a clear day.

In the foothills of the snowcapped Southern Alps rests a beautiful ice queen.

In the foothills of the snowcapped Southern Alps rests a beautiful ice queen.

Hike around this picturesque lake in the forest to see the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps reflected in its dark waters on a clear day.

Hike around this picturesque lake in the forest to see the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps reflected in its dark waters on a clear day.

Hike around this picturesque lake in the forest to see the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps reflected in its dark waters on a clear day.

In the foothills of the snowcapped Southern Alps rests a beautiful ice queen.

Hike around this picturesque lake in the forest to see the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps reflected in its dark waters on a clear day.

In the foothills of the snowcapped Southern Alps rests a beautiful ice queen.

Hike around this picturesque lake in the forest to see the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps reflected in its dark waters on a clear day.

In the foothills of the snowcapped Southern Alps rests a beautiful ice queen.

In the foothills of the snowcapped Southern Alps rests a beautiful ice queen.

In the foothills of the snowcapped Southern Alps rests a beautiful ice queen.

In the foothills of the snowcapped Southern Alps rests a beautiful ice queen.

Hike around this picturesque lake in the forest to see the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps reflected in its dark waters on a clear day.

Find your way out of a large hedge maze, amble through attractive botanical gardens and play games at this family-friendly outdoor attraction.

Hike around this picturesque lake in the forest to see the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps reflected in its dark waters on a clear day.