Glenorchy is outrageously beautiful. Just 45 minutes' drive from Queenstown along the edge of Lake Wakatipu (stop at Bennetts Bluff Lookout for a picture on the way), you'll find Glenorchy in a picturesque glacial valley. This is one of the most gorgeous spots in our gorgeous country, with plenty of opportunities to get out and enjoy it - tramps, horse riding, jet boating, or treat yourself to a bird's eye view aboard a scenic flight over Earnslaw Burn with local operator Heli Glenorchy.
Where to eat in Glenorchy
Queenie's Dumplings are a bit of a local institution. Serving boiled and fried dumplings, the flavour profile is Northern China, with the occasional "international" style. They also have stores in Queenstown and Arrowtown (but you'll only find the secret recipe barbecue chicken wings in Glenorchy). queeniesdumplings.wixsite.com/queeniesdumplings