Queenstown, New Zealand
Queenstown delivers one of the most scenic golf experiences in the world, with courses set among mountains, lakes, valleys, and dramatic Central Otago landscapes. The region offers a superb mix of championship resort golf, lakeside layouts, and character-filled country courses, all within easy reach of Queenstown town centre.
Jack’s Point Golf Course is one of New Zealand’s most spectacular courses, set beneath The Remarkables and overlooking Lake Wakatipu. Its natural tussock, rocky outcrops, lake views, and alpine setting create a truly memorable round. Queenstown Golf Club, located on the Kelvin Heights Peninsula, offers one of the most picturesque golf settings in the country, surrounded by Lake Wakatipu and mountain scenery.
Millbrook Resort adds two premium 18-hole championship experiences with the Remarkables Course and Coronet Course, both offering immaculate resort presentation, alpine views, and world-class facilities near Arrowtown. Arrowtown Golf Club provides a more character-filled Central Otago experience, with mountain views, schist rock formations, mature trees, and a historic setting close to Arrowtown’s cafés and heritage streets.
Together, these courses make Queenstown a bucket-list golf destination, combining breathtaking scenery, excellent course variety, luxury resort facilities, and easy access to some of New Zealand’s best off-course experiences.
Recommendations
Queenstown is much more than a golf destination — it is New Zealand’s adventure capital and one of the most beautiful resort towns in the Southern Hemisphere. Set on the shores of Lake Wakatipu and surrounded by The Remarkables, the town offers a vibrant mix of dining, wine, scenery, and outdoor experiences that work perfectly around a golf itinerary.
A scenic cruise on Lake Wakatipu, a ride on the Skyline Gondola, or a visit to nearby wineries in Gibbston Valley are excellent additions for golf groups and non-golfing partners. Arrowtown is another must-visit, with historic streets, boutique shops, cafés, restaurants, and beautiful autumn colours.
For those wanting more adventure, Queenstown offers jet boating, bungy jumping, scenic flights, hiking, cycling, and four-wheel-drive tours. For a more relaxed day, guests can enjoy spa treatments, wine tastings, lakefront dining, and scenic drives through Central Otago. Golfing Getaways can arrange private transfers, non-golfer touring, group dining, winery experiences, and friendly intra-group competitions across your rounds.
The Best Time to Visit Queenstown
The best time for golf in Queenstown is generally from October to April, when the courses are in strong condition, daylight hours are longer, and the weather is more suitable for outdoor touring. During this period, daytime temperatures are usually around 15°C to 25°C, with cooler mornings and evenings.
Spring brings fresh landscapes, crisp alpine air, and temperatures generally around 15°C to 20°C. Summer offers the warmest conditions, with daytime temperatures often around 20°C to 25°C, long evenings, and plenty of time for sightseeing after golf.
Autumn is one of the most beautiful times to visit Queenstown, especially around Arrowtown when the trees turn golden and temperatures usually sit around 12°C to 20°C.
Winter is best known for skiing and snow activities, with colder conditions around 0°C to 10°C, and while some golf may still be possible depending on conditions, the main golf travel season is typically spring through autumn.
Queenstown Activities
Lake Wakatipu cruise – Enjoy a scenic cruise across one of New Zealand’s most beautiful alpine lakes.
Skyline Gondola – Ride above Queenstown for panoramic views over the town, Lake Wakatipu, and The Remarkables.
Arrowtown – Explore historic streets, cafés, boutique shops, restaurants, and beautiful Central Otago scenery.
Gibbston Valley wineries – Visit cellar doors, enjoy wine tastings, and experience one of New Zealand’s best-known wine regions.
Jet boating – Add a classic Queenstown adventure experience on the Shotover or Kawarau River.
Scenic flights – Take in alpine views, glaciers, Milford Sound, or the wider Southern Alps from the air.
Walking and cycling trails – Explore lakefront paths, river trails, and scenic routes around Queenstown and Arrowtown.
Spa and wellness experiences – Add a relaxing spa treatment or hot pool experience after golf.
Dining and nightlife – Enjoy Queenstown’s restaurants, bars, lakefront dining, and lively evening atmosphere.
Private group touring – Golfing Getaways can arrange private transfers, winery tours, non-golfer activities, sightseeing, and group dining experiences.
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