Arrowtown is the ideal holiday spot for your South Island summer holiday and is a stunning place to unwind and enjoy leisurely days, sunshine and as many (or as little) exciting events and attractions you could imagine.

A short drive from both Lake Wanaka and Queenstown, Arrowtown is a fabulous place to base yourself this summer. Summer officially commences on 1st December until the end of February and daytime temperatures in the area average a very comfortable 20 degree Celsius (80-90 Fahrenheit). The days are long with dusk around 10pm in the heart of summer.

Hot summer days are the perfect time to explore Central Otago orchards and vinyards, sample the locally made wine, honey, cheeses and the world’s sweetest stone fruits – cherries, apricots, nectarines and apples.

Top summer activities in the Southern Lakes district includes the Central Otago Wine and Food Festival, The Glenorchy Races and much more!