Back to mapLake Wakatipu is a deep alpine lake offering a unique freshwater kite experience. Kiting here is dictated by local thermal winds and mountain weather, providing a limited but spectacular setting.
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Lake Wakatipu
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Alpine lake spot with unique freshwater conditions.
Otago, New Zealand
Lake Wakatipu
Alpine lake spot with unique freshwater conditions.
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- Ideal
- Kiteable
- Not suitable
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Lake Wakatipu works best with NW wind.
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