Queenstown Food & Wine Tour
Queenstown, New Zealand
About This Activity
Central Otago has one of New Zealand's most exciting regional food cultures, and a guided walking food tour is the best way to taste it efficiently. Expect locally-farmed Aoraki Mt Cook salmon, wild Central Otago venison, manuka-smoked meats, and artisan cheeses, paired with craft beer from local producers like Altitude Brewing and Queenstown Brewing Co. Evening tours typically visit 4–5 venues including a cocktail bar overlooking Lake Wakatipu. Operators like Zest Food Tours and Queenstown Food Tours run 2–3 hour walking tours from central Queenstown. Book ahead in summer when demand is highest.
Seasonal note: Tours run year-round; book well ahead December–February when Queenstown is busiest.
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