Queenstown to Glenorchy

Lakeside drive from Queenstown to Glenorchy (about 45 km) with Lord of the Rings scenery.

Distance: 45 km
Driving: 1 hours
Take: 1 day
Route: Queenstown to Glenorchy

Glenorchy is at the head of Lake Wakatipu, about 45 km from Queenstown. Nearby Paradise was a filming location. It's also the access point for the Routeburn Track.

The stops

Start
Queenstown
Viewpoint
Bob's Cove
Lake views
Town
Glenorchy
Head of the lake
Nature
Paradise
Film location
Finish
Glenorchy

Where to stay

Night 1
Glenorchy
Glenorchy Holiday Park

When to go: Year round
On the road: Winding lakeside road.

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