Lake Wānaka
Image: Sierra Alef-Defoe | ©

Introduction

When planning for walks and other activities in the Central Otago and Tititea / Mount Aspiring National Park area, come in and talk to our experienced team for up-to-date information and local knowledge on recreational opportunities in the area.

Opening hours

Winter hours

  • May to October - 9 am – 4:15 pm - Monday to Friday
  • Closed Saturday and Sunday
  • Closed for lunch between 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm for 30min

Summer hours

  • November to April - 8:15 am to 4:15 pm Daily
  • Closed Christmas day (25 December)

Central Otago and Mount Aspiring National Park information

  • Tracks, huts and campsites
  • Other recreational activities
  • Local and National Conservation
  • Daily weather report, tracks and roads condition updates
  • Avalanche reports
  • Hut tickets (DOC and NZAC)
  • Personal locator beacon hire
  • Topographical maps and track brochures
  • Retail including books, postcards, and gifts
  • Hunting permits and hunting information
  • Wanaka Roar block and Matatiaho Hunting blocks administration
  • Help with Great Walks and Hut bookings
  • Interpretation room with Cultural, Natural and Historical information on the Central Otago Area.
  • 24 hour weather display and track information in front window
  • Public toilets available during opening hours

Getting there

On Ballantyne Road at the intersection of Highway 84 (Entrance on Ballantyne Rd).

Contact

Wānaka Tititea/Mount Aspiring National Park Visitor Centre
Phone +64 3 443 7660
Email wanakavc@doc.govt.nz
Address 1 Ballantyne Road
Wanaka 9305
Hours See visitor centre hours
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