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The World’s 100 Best Hikes

Roys Peak

Wānaka, New Zealand

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST HIKES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 30 2026
Roys Peak

A steep day hike on a wide farm track above Lake Wānaka, climbing about 1,200 metres to a 1,578-metre summit. A photo viewpoint sits 1.5 km below the top, and the summit adds 360-degree views toward Mount Aspiring and the Southern Alps.

Highlights

  • Lake Wānaka views
  • Famous photo viewpoint
  • Summit 360-degree panorama

Good to know

  • 16 km return, about 5–7 hours
  • No shade; start early or for sunrise
  • Small track fee; parking fills early

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