Widely regarded as one of the world's great scenic drives. Lake Wakatipu on your left, The Remarkables on your right, and Middle-earth around every bend. From the bustle of Queenstown to the silence of Glenorchy, where the Dart River meets ancient beech forest.

Stops on This Tour (9)

1. 1
   Queenstown Gardens Lakefront Departure point on the shores of Lake Wakatipu
2. 2
   Sunshine Bay Lookout First elevated views of the Remarkables and Lake Wakatipu
3. 3
   Wilson Bay Sheltered cove with mountain reflections
4. 4
   Bob's Cove Short bush walk to a hidden beach and limestone outcrops
5. 5
   Twelve Mile Delta DOC campsite and wetland at the lake's edge
6. 6
   Lake Wakatipu Midpoint Bend The lake's dramatic S-bend with mountain walls on both sides
7. 7
   Bennetts Bluff Lookout The iconic postcard viewpoint over lake and mountains
8. 8
   Glenorchy Lakefront Gateway to the Rees, Dart, and Routeburn valleys
9. 9
   Glenorchy Wharf Historic wharf and filming location for The Lord of the Rings

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