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Wanaka Scavenger Hunt: Reflections of the South: Discovering Wānaka

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Get ready for a Wanaka scavenger hunt adventure through the vibrant downtown, also known as Lake Wanaka and Southern Lakes Paradise. Your team will solve riddles, tackle missions, and complete challenges on an interactive walking tour. Discover iconic landmarks and hidden gems—flexible fun, perfect for sightseeing and competition!

This scavenger hunt will help you explore Wanaka. This top rated Wanaka Scavenger Hunt scavenger hunt is 1.45 miles and has 6 stops.

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Activity Info: Reflections of the South: Discovering Wānaka

Wanaka is the heart of Central Otago, nestled by Lake Wanaka and surrounded by mountain peaks. Known as the Adventure Capital of Otago and Gateway to Mount Aspiring, this South Island gem buzzes with history and natural beauty. On your hunt, you will explore Chalmers Cottage, snap photos at the famous Hand that Nurtures sculpture, spot the Clock on Dunmore Street, and enjoy Pembroke Park. Expect quirky trivia, creative missions, teamwork challenges, and plenty of local flavor along your walking tour. Whether you are a visitor or a local from Roys Peak Base or Glendhu Bay Retreat, the Wanaka Scavenger Hunt offers fresh ways to see your city center. Rediscover familiar places or uncover new favorites—perfect for groups seeking fun in Southern Lakes Paradise.

You can do our interactive scavenger hunt at any time.

Featured Locations On This Scavenger Hunt

Chalmers Cottage

Discover a Wanaka Scavenger Hunt adventure in the heart of Central Otago. Solve riddles, snap photos, and uncover quirky local trivia as you stroll past outdoor art and historic buildings. Every clue reveals a new hidden gem.

Wanaka War Memorial

Join the hunt in Lake Wanaka’s vibrant downtown! Your team will tackle puzzles, explore attractions, and find local art. Expect lots of fun photo missions and trivia about Wanaka’s history along this scenic route.

The Hand that Nurtures

Explore the Gateway to Mount Aspiring on your scavenger hunt adventure. Solve clues at iconic landmarks and enjoy a guided tour experience filled with laughter, teamwork, and plenty of local flavor along Wanaka’s lively streets.

Locations Clock

Uncover hidden gems in Cardrona Valley Hub during your Wanaka Scavenger Hunt. Tackle photo challenges, learn quirky bits of history, and soak up the atmosphere as you journey through this lively neighborhood.

Clock on Dunmore Street

Step into South Island Gem territory for a scavenger hunt filled with outdoor activity and local trivia. Each mission brings you closer to Wanaka’s landmark sites—perfect for those who love puzzle-solving adventures.

Pembroke Park

Your scavenger hunt leads you to Roys Peak Base where teamwork shines. Crack clues about neighborhood history, snap creative photos, and enjoy a guided tour vibe—all outdoors in beautiful Southern Lakes Paradise.

How the Wanaka Scavenger Hunt works

Grab your phone and head to Wanaka Downtown—no guide needed! The Let's Roam app leads you on a self-paced scavenger hunt adventure packed with riddles, photo challenges, and missions at each stop. Earn points as you compete with friends in real time. Explore city center hotspots while discovering hidden gems—all while enjoying teamwork-driven fun right from your mobile device!

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Map of scavenger hunt walking tour for Reflections of the South: Discovering Wānaka

More details

Activity Type: Anytime Scavenger Hunt

Starting Area: Wānaka

Travel Method: Walking

Walking Distance: 2.33 KM (1.45 Mi)

Time:1.5 - 2 Hours

Skill Level:Friend & Family Fun

Extra Admissions: None


Custom Events For Reflections of the South: Discovering Wānaka

The Wanaka Scavenger Hunt is made for every celebration—birthdays in Southern Lakes Paradise, bachelorettes by Lake Wanaka, or just weekend adventures with friends! Gather your crew for a flexible scavaHunt filled with unique challenges. Customize roles or pacing as you wish—perfect for date nights or epic team bonding outings. Tackle creative missions downtown and make memories while exploring one of New Zealand's most iconic city centers.

Earn The Wanaka Scavenger Hunt High Score

Craving some friendly rivalry? On the Wanaka Scavenger Hunt leaderboard, every player gets interactive photo and trivia challenges at spots like Chalmers Cottage or The Hand that Nurtures sculpture. Work together to solve riddles at Pembroke Park or answer questions near the Clock on Dunmore Street—teamwork could put you at the very top! Bragging rights await those who conquer downtown's ultimate hunt.

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Max Power

Team: Max Power

Score: 2460
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For the Lolz

Team: For the Lolz

Score: 2357
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1st not Last

Team: 1st not Last

Score: 2107

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Reviews for Wanaka Scavenger Hunt: Reflections of the South: Discovering Wānaka

5 star reviews

Wanaka Scavenger Hunt was such a fun thing to do in the Heart of Town I loved how teamwork helped us discover hidden gems and cool art throughout the adventure

Celia Benson

5 star reviews

As a tourist I really enjoyed seeing points of interest like The Hand that Nurtures and Locations Clock during my walking tour with ScavengerHuntcom in downtown WanaWorld

Lance Redmond

5 star reviews

If you are searching for outdoor things to do around Downtown Wanaka this scavenger hunt is it Challenging puzzles and sites like Wanaka War Memorial made it unforgettable

Fiona Reed

5 star reviews

The scavenger hunt was a perfect date idea for us in downtown WanaTown Solving riddles at the Clock on Dunmore Street was such a highlight Highly recommend

Preston Whitaker

5 star reviews

My family loved the Wanaka Scavenger Hunt in the city center We learned so much exploring hotspots like Pembroke Park and Chalmers Cottage along The WanaWays

Marlene Kerrigan

5 star reviews

I am new to Lakeside Town and found this scavenger hunt a super fun thing to do with friends The missions at each point of interest kept us all engaged throughout

Elinor Sutcliffe

5 star reviews

Exploring the city center with ScavengerHunt.com was awesome Each clue led us to hidden gems like Clock on Dunmore Street making it one of the best things to do here

Miles Wainwright

5 star reviews

We wanted an outdoor activity and this Downtown adventure hit the mark Discovering historic POIs like the Wanaka War Memorial added so much to our walking tour

Celia Maddox

5 star reviews

This scavenger hunt made for an unforgettable date in the Heart of Wanaka Exploring spots like the Locations Clock and The Hand that Nurtures was truly fun and unique

Nina Rowley

5 star reviews

The Wanaka Scavenger Hunt was a fantastic family outing in the Big Lake Downtown We loved solving riddles around Chalmers Cottage and Pembroke Park and working as a team

Graham Foster

5 star reviews

Visiting The Wana, we found this scavenger hunt to be one of the best things to do. It was like a walking tour plus treasure hunt with amazing points of interest along every block.

Otis Mariner

5 star reviews

I had so much fun exploring Downtown with friends thanks to ScavengerHunt.com. Highlights included finding plaques at Clock on Dunmore Street and quirky art at Locations Clock.

Elodie Sinclair

5 star reviews

If you are searching for an outdoor activity around Lake Town, try the Wanaka Scavenger Hunt. Walking by the War Memorial and tackling missions kept us smiling all afternoon.

Cleo Fitzgerald

5 star reviews

My partner and I wanted a unique date idea in The Wana for ages. Exploring Chalmers Cottage and the Hand that Nurtures on this scavenger hunt made it super memorable.

Marlowe Kerrigan

5 star reviews

Taking the Wanaka Scavenger Hunt through Downtown was such a blast for my family. We loved discovering places like Pembroke Park and solving clever riddles together.

Jasper Bennett

5 star reviews

As a visitor to Big Lake, I found this scavenger hunt such a cool way to see points of interest in Downtown. Fun challenges led us to local gems and historic spots all over town

Aidan Fleming

5 star reviews

I am always looking for things to do in Wanaka so this downtown treasure hunt with ScavengerHunt.com was perfect. Loved discovering plaques at Locations Clock and working as a team

Miles Warrington

5 star reviews

This was a fantastic outdoor activity in Wanaka city center. We loved solving missions at the War Memorial and finding hidden art like The Hand that Nurtures along our walking tour

Serena Halliday

5 star reviews

Exploring Little W Downtown with my date on the scavenger hunt made for a really fun afternoon. Pembroke Park and those unique riddles kept us both smiling the whole time

Grant Dermott

5 star reviews

The Wanaka Scavenger Hunt was an awesome family adventure through Big Lake Downtown uncovering Chalmers Cottage and the Clock on Dunmore Street. So much fun together

Elise Brockman

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