Things To Do In Queenstown Skyline Gondola & Luge
Best Things to do in Queenstown
Skyline Gondola, Luge, Restaurant & Stargazing
Experience Unforgettable Adventures at Skyline Gondola, Queenstown
Soar above Queenstown on the Skyline Gondola and witness panoramic vistas that will leave you speechless. This iconic gondola ride whisks you 480 meters up Bob’s Peak, offering stunning 220-degree views of Coronet Peak, the Remarkables mountain range, and the glistening waters of Lake Wakatipu. But the gondola is just the launching point for your Skyline adventure!
Unleash Your Inner Thrill-Seeker at Skyline Gondola, Queenstown:
- Action on the Skyline Luge: Unleash your inner adventurer on the world-famous Skyline Luge. Race down thrilling tracks with banked corners, tunnels, and dippers, enjoying unparalleled mountain views.
- Skyline Mountain Bike Trails: Challenge yourself on the world-renowned Queenstown Bike Park, accessible via the Skyline Gondola. Conquer downhill trails catering to all skill levels, from beginner to double black diamond, amidst stunning scenery.
- Indulge at Queenstown’s Skyline Stratosfare Restaurant: Treat yourself to a delectable meal at Stratosfare Restaurant. Savour exquisite dishes and beverages while taking in the breathtaking panorama—it’s fine dining with a million-dollar view.
- Stargazing at Skyline: Embark on a celestial journey with a guided stargazing tour. Learn about the Southern Hemisphere’s night sky and marvel at the Milky Way and constellations invisible from the Northern Hemisphere.
- Explore Bob’s Peak by Foot: Lace up your boots and discover the beauty of Bob’s Peak on one of the many scenic walking trails. Hike amidst stunning scenery and immerse yourself in the fresh mountain air.
Skyline Gondola offers something for every adventurer, making it a must-do experience in Queenstown.
Queenstown Skyline Gondola
Start your day with a Gondola ride, taking you 480m up over Lake Wakatipu to the top of Bob’s Peak. Enjoy spectacular views of Coronet Peak, The Remarkables, Walter and Cecil Peak, and, of course, Queenstown.
The Gondola is your gateway to the other activities on the mountain including the Stratosfare Restaurant and Luge.
Skyline Luge Queenstown
Accessed via a scenic trip up the iconic Skyline Queenstown Gondola, the Luge is a fun and exciting, downhill ride on a gravity powered cart.
Get on a chairlift to the Luge Top Station, get on our purpose-built Luge carts and take an exciting, downhill ride on over 800 metres of banked corners, tunnels and dippers to a backdrop of stunning views! With a scenic and more relaxed Blue Track, as well as the thrilling Green Track, there is something for everyone –you’ll find out that once is never enough!
Queenstown Skyline Bike Park
Skyline Queenstown will sort out going up, the downhill is all yours.
Take on the legendary challenges of the Queenstown Bike Park – New Zealand’s first ever Gondola-assisted Mountain Bike lift. Skyline’s crew will attach your mountain bike to your Gondola cabin at the base and with over 30 world-class trails totalling over 30 kilometres in length and dropping 450 metres, all you have to do is ride back down. There’s something for all abilities making this easily one of the best places to ride your mountain bike.
Queenstown Skyline Guided Walks
Skyline Guided Walks welcomes guests of all ages and abilities to take a step outside their comfort zone and journey to the summit of Ben Lomond’s great granite peak.
Take your pick from one of two Guided Walk experiences:
1. The Ben Lomond Saddle – the first checkpoint in the Ben Lomond Guided Walk. Arrival at the Saddle reveals awe-inspiring views of the Moonlight Station, Mount Crichton Station and Mount Aspiring National Park. The Saddle also marks the perfect place to stop for an all-inclusive packed lunch, before those whose eyes are set on the Ben Lomond Summit set off for the top.
2. Ben Lomond Summit – Conquer Ben Lomond as the summit opens the door to an entirely new perspective on the region.
Queenstown Skyline Star Gazing
With our awe-inspiring Stargazing tour, only a short Gondola ride from the heart of Queenstown! Please note Stargazing in Queenstown runs from March until October, embracing the cooler winter months when the sky puts on its clearest, most dazzling show.
On clear nights, our knowledgeable stargazing guides will lead you up Bob’s Peak to a specially-constructed platform high above the Skyline complex, allowing for an unbelievably clear view of the night sky. Away from light pollution, high-powered telescopes reveal stunning sights not visible to the naked eye.
A truly unique and memorable experience.
Skyline Stratosfare Bar & Restaurant
A dining experience that is out of this world.
Tempt yourself with a sumptuous buffet lunch or dinner at Skyline’s Stratosfare Restaurant and Bar at the top of the Gondola in Queenstown. The menu is inspired by iconic New Zealand cuisine and infused with international influences. Stratosfare offers something for everyone; fresh seafood, great vegetarian options and saving the best till last, delectable desserts.
As you dine, the panoramic view from Stratosfare’s windows will captivate you day or night. It’s the ideal place for that special night out and the best place in Queenstown to watch the sun go down. If you want to bag the best seat in the house, book Skyline’s Premium Dining option to guarantee you a window seat and a free house drink when you arrive. There are so many options when it comes to restaurants in Queenstown, but none are quite like this!
Phone: +64 3 441 0101 Email: [email protected]
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