Fiordland, Wanaka, Queenstown & Central Otago

Objectives of this module

• Explain the key selling points of the Southern Lakes district.
• Build an itinerary including key highlights.
• Identify the key centres in the Southern Lakes district.
• Link the Southern Lakes regions with other parts of New Zealand.

Key selling points

• Lakeside resort towns: Queenstown and Wanaka are renowned for their stunning settings and sophisticated tourism infrastructure.
• Fiordland National Park: New Zealand’s largest park and recognised as a World Heritage area.
• Winter playground: six ski resorts and other mountain/snow related activities
• Walking/tramping: three of New Zealand’s ‘Great Walks’ begin or end here.
• Adventure: every conceivable outdoor adventure is possible.
• Relaxation and indulgence: the region has its own wine growing area along with quality dining experiences and top quality accommodation.

Quick overview

• Three areas make up Southern Lakes district - Fiordland region and the resort towns of Wanaka and Queenstown
• The main centre in Fiordland is Te Anau.
• It is approximately a seven hour drive from Christchurch to Queenstown.

Working through the Module

The module should take you approximately 3 hours. Suggested timings have been recommended for each of the sections.

Look out for important points, listed below, as you read through the module:

		Tasks that you can do as you work through the module to increase your knowledge. These are highly recommended, as they will help you successfully complete the module test.
		Information that will help you up-sell product and demonstrate to your client that you are an expert in selling New Zealand.
		Highlights within the regions

Suggested Task

The compulsory task is designed to test your learning and reinforce your skills.

As you work through the module use the information you gather to build an itinerary using the following criteria.

Mode of transport: Rental car
Time available - land: Seven days
Starting point: Christchurch
Ending point: Queenstown
Continuing onto: They are planning to either travel to the West Coast or continue from Te Anau on the Southern Scenic

Client Profile: A couple in their 30’s who enjoy high adrenaline activities and being in the outdoors. They are on their honeymoon so they also want to spend some quiet time relaxing in a beautiful location. They are flying into New Zealand via Christchurch and are planning a week based in the Southern Lakes region. From here they have another 10 days to visit other parts of the South Island. Either plan a winter itinerary or summer itinerary for them.

Take into consideration, travel times between centres and include suggested activities and attractions that fit your clients’ profiles. When you have completed the itinerary check Section Four to see how your itinerary compares or go onto the Tourism New Zealand website to look at suggested itineraries in their Driving Routes section.

Use this module, websites, and any other resources you have in your workplace to include as much pre-bookable product as you can.

Websites

There will be references to the Tourism New Zealand website in this document - newzealand.com and regional websites. Take time to get familiar with these websites, as they are a vital source of information:

Sections within the Module

There are five sections to this module:

Section 1:
Getting to and from the Southern Lakes districts

Section 2:
Things to See and Do:

• Lakes
• National Parks
• Walks
• Milford and Doubtful Sound
• Adventure activities
• Snow activities
• Guided tours
• Other bases in the region.

Section 3:
Annual Events: Events can be used to add value to a trip to New Zealand or alternatively a starting point for a holiday.

Section 4:
Suggested itineraries

Section 5:
Short Test

You must submit this to successfully complete the module.