Free things to do in Wanaka (and some cheap stuff as well). You don’t have to spend a lot of money to have an awesome time in Wanaka. With heaps of walks, photo opportunities and some affordable attractions, there are certainly some places where you can stretch your dollars further with these free things to do in Wanaka. When staying in Wanaka, try to use backpacker hostels and campgrounds to save money on accommodation. We list our favourites in 5 Best Backpacker Hostels in Wanaka.