It wasn't as scary as I imagined. I can't remember how the final step started. I felt short of breath during the fall, but after adjusting myself and switching to a paraglider, I felt much calmer. It's definitely worth the jump!
The boat was very stable and didn't cause seasickness. There were two decks to choose from; it's recommended to arrive early to queue for seats on the upper deck. The farm itself was beautiful, and the buffet was quite good. After lunch, watching the sheep shearing show was perfect. It was a very relaxing trip.
The staff were friendly, and the captain would occasionally stop to explain things while navigating. He would also use hand gestures to warn passengers before any exciting spins, so everyone could prepare. It wasn't scary at all; in fact, it was thrilling and fun. However, be careful as your phone, hat, and sunglasses might fly away, so keep them secure. It gets a little wet, so I recommend wearing clothing made of quick-drying material.
We departed from Te Anau, and the driver stopped at 4-5 photo spots along the way, stopping for 5-10 minutes at each. The timing of our arrival at the fjord was perfect; we boarded the boat after 10 minutes. The boat offered complimentary coffee and fresh milk, as well as sandwiches. If you chose the lunch set, you received a lunchbox. The boat trip took approximately 1.5 hours, and after returning to shore, we started our return journey, driving all the way back to Te Anau.
After the jump, I found the Flying Dinosaur ride at Universal Studios to be quite scary; skydiving didn't give me that heart-pounding feeling. You can buy a photography package on-site, it's not cheap, but you get a bunch of photos and one long and one short video.
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Queenstown Weather, Climate and Best Time to Visit
Data source:Meteostat Update date:2025-09
Queenstown year round climate
Spring (September–November): Average 7.2–12.2°C, cool climate with sunshine and showers. Moderate rainfall. Popular activities: Hiking, cycling, exploring Lake Wakatipu. Recommended clothing: Warm jacket, comfortable layering.
Summer (December–February): Average 15.4–16.9°C, warm and pleasant climate with abundant sunshine, but occasional showers. Relatively low rainfall. Popular activities: Water activities, hiking, rock climbing. Recommended clothing: Light jacket, T-shirt, shorts.
Autumn (March–May): Average 7.9–13.7°C, mild and changeable climate with heavier rainfall and gradually decreasing temperatures. Popular activities: Autumn foliage viewing, enjoying hot springs, tasting local cuisine. Recommended clothing: Waterproof jacket, warm clothing.
Winter (June–August): Average 3.4–4.6°C, cold climate with moderate rainfall and potential snowfall. Popular activities: Skiing, ice skating, enjoying winter sports. Recommended clothing: Heavy warm jacket, hat, gloves, scarf.
Queenstown climatological average
Annual average temperature: approx. 10.1°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 1293 mm / Summer humidity: 60%–70% / Rainiest month: October
Queenstown monthly average temperature and precipitation
Month
Air temperature (°C)
Precipitation (mm)
January
16.9°C
73.3
February
15.8°C
102
March
13.7°C
94.9
April
11.2°C
122.8
May
7.9°C
100.2
June
4.4°C
89.7
July
3.4°C
97.8
August
4.6°C
134.8
September
7.2°C
138.5
October
8.9°C
159.2
November
12.2°C
96.9
December
15.4°C
83.5
Queenstown weather for the next seven days
4/1
Wednesday
Sunny
17.6°C/-1.7°C
4/2
Thursday
Sunny
19.5°C/1.7°C
4/3
Friday
Patchy rain nearby
15.3°C/3.7°C
4/4
Saturday
Moderate rain
12°C/6.7°C
4/5
Sunday
Patchy rain nearby
7.3°C/4.9°C
4/6
Monday
Patchy rain nearby
10.3°C/3°C
4/7
Tuesday
Mist
11.5°C/3°C
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