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There is this great story about this lake - Maori legend has it that the lake is actually a felled giant and seen from above, it does seem like the outline of a giant sleeping. The rise and fall of the lake waters adds to its mystic where the locals say its actually the heartbeat of the slumbering giant not yet put to rest.
Fact or fiction - the lake is one of the great source of pleasure - for a gentle stroll or for other leisurely water based activities
Updated Sep 18, 2004
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Lake Wakatipu comes alive in summer. The best way to enjoy it is by taking a leisurely walk around its shore. Wander around the Steamer Wharf at the end of Shotover Street and you will be rewarded by breathtaking view of the Remarkables and Lake Wakatipu.
Written Aug 8, 2004
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On the same note, please, do not miss the 40 minutes drive from Queenstown to Glenorchy along Lake Wakatipu - you will never forget it. During early morning it is absolutely astonishing! If you like biking but - unlike almighty bicycle_girl - have personal issues with hills, it might be wise to catch a bus...
Updated Jul 14, 2004
Written May 11, 2012
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Great views of the lake in front of the snow capped mountains.
Updated Jul 18, 2010
Address: Central Queenstown
Website: http://www.360tours.com.au/New_Zealand
On the Hill
Written Apr 5, 2007
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Cruise across Lake Wakatipu on the steamship TSS Earnslaw to Walter Peak High Country Farm
Updated Nov 23, 2004
Address: Real Journeys Visitor Centre, Steamer Wharf, Queen
Phone: +64 3 442 7500
Website: www.realjourneys.co.nz
Written Sep 19, 2004
Written Apr 10, 2003
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Glorious scenery all around this large lake, with a back drop of wonderul mountains called "The Remarkables"
Written Mar 24, 2003
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Write a ReviewGlorious scenery all around this large lake, with a back drop of wonderul mountains called "The Remarkables"
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A: Take the cable car up for a spectacular view of the mountains and lakes! And have lunch there! :-)
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