Queenstown

Discover spring in Queenstown. Green valleys, snowy mountains and longer, warmer days – spring is a unique season when you can do  everything Queenstown offers. Spring in Queenstown is a time for fun and discovery. The green valleys burst with fresh spring buds and  green pastures yet are surrounded by snow-capped peaks, heralding the arrival of spring.

With the ski fields open until early/mid October, but the basin green with fresh growth, you can ski in the morning and either golf, mountain  bike or hike in the afternoons. The renowned hiking trails are open, so whether you’re enjoying spring skiing, cycling, hiking or golfing you   and pack a lot of adventure into one day.

Spring skiing brings softer conditions with warmer days and a focus on fun on the mountains. It’s the perfect time to hit the slopes for social  time with friends and family. Warmer days are perfect for kids or learners, while snow sports enthusiasts can continue to get their fix well  into the Spring months at any of the region’s diverse ski areas.

You can soak up the best of spring in Queenstown in any number of ways to take full advantage of this great season. As well as Queenstown’s  ski areas, cycling and walking tracks are open, offering incredible vantage points of the landscape across the region. For keen photographers,  it’s a great time to capture the impressive snow-capped peaks alongside cherry blossoms and spring daffodils. Longer warmer days, green  valleys and snow-capped mountains mean you can pack even more into your day in springtime.

The sun shines from early morning until around 7-8pm, thawing winter’s touch, with daytime temperatures ranging between 8°C and 22°C. The days start to get longer and warmer and while you still need to pack a coat, there are plenty of sunshine hours to design your ideal  holiday itinerary.

Queenstown’s continental-like climate brings longer, warmer days in spring but it can also mean unpredictable spring weather. It pays to  pack layers and prepare for weather that can be cool in the mountains but also warm down in the valleys and downtown. The Queenstown  area is also known as a wine-growing region, particularly for its Pinot Noir variety and top growing conditions. It means the area has more  than its fair share of award-winning vintages. Spring is a pretty time in the vineyards and wine tours are a great way to discover the wineries  and vineyards. Spend an afternoon soaking up the scenery, sampling Pinot Noir, and nibbling a gourmet platter of local produce al fresco,  surrounded by spring blooms.

If all the wine tasting has you thinking about food there are over 150 eateries in Queenstown and nearby Arrowtown. The warmer days also  mean dining alfresco is an ideal way to enjoy the spring sunshine.

Stay a bit longer to experience all Queenstown has to offer this spring.