Delight in the lakeside landscape of Hawea Flat
The lake, mountains and waterfalls are the perfect backdrop to your holiday home in Hawea Flat. Travellers to this walkable city praise the spas, skiing and rock climbing. With a holiday rental, you get a home away from home – many rentals offer full kitchens and outdoor grills for some home cooking.
Activities and attractions in and around Hawea Flat
Are you looking for top things to see and do while you're in the area? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable holiday rental, you'll want to check out everything that makes Hawea Flat a fun place to get away to. These are some of the major attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Rippon Vineyard (9.1 mi / 14.7 km)
- Wānaka Golf Club (7 mi / 11.3 km)
- Snowfarm NZ (8.1 mi / 13 km)
- Snow Farm New Zealand (17.2 mi / 27.6 km)
- Treble Cone Ski Area (18.9 mi / 30.5 km)
- Crossfire Wānaka (4.6 mi / 7.4 km)
Exploring the mountains and other natural features in Hawea Flat
Whether you're an active traveller or just want to take in the scenery, Hawea Flat is a great place to get out in nature. Here are some of the area’s most stunning natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Wānaka Lavender Farm (5.3 mi / 8.5 km)
- Mount Iron Lookout (6 mi / 9.6 km)
- Roys Peak (11.6 mi / 18.6 km)
- Lake Wānaka (12.5 mi / 20.2 km)
- Lake Hawea (13.3 mi / 21.3 km)
- Pembroke Park (7.5 mi / 12.1 km)
Seasonal weather in Hawea Flat
Travellers enjoy Hawea Flat for its skiing. To make the most of the cold weather activities, you might consider visiting in January, February, March or April, when snowfall averages 0 cm and temperatures average 3°C.
Transport options to and around Hawea Flat
Fly into Wānaka Airport (WKA), the closest airport, located 4.5 mi (7.2 km) from the city centre.