Things To Do in Lake Tekapo

See our lists of a wide variety of things to do in Lake Tekapo. Find out the Lake Tekapo attractions on offer, and then make plans of what to do in Lake Tekapo. Stay at one of the many Lake Tekapo Holiday homes on offer, then enjoy a wide range of Lake Tekapo Activities.

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Adventure

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Lake Tekapo, Canterbury, A 4WD Argo adventure that you won't forget! Guaranteed to be both memorable and enjoyable providing some of the most spectacular photographic opportunities in the Aoraki Mount Cook National Park. Stopping at several vantage points overlooking the Tasman Glacier and Terminal Lake. Trip departs daily year round at 9am, 11am, 1pm, 2.30pm and 4.0...

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Lake Tekapo, Canterbury, Mountain Bike Mt Cook is dedicated to providing comprehensive information on the mountain biking in and around the Aoraki/Mount Cook Region (the Mackenzie Region) in Canterbury, New Zealand. We cover the area around Aoraki mount Cook and Lake Pukaki which includes Tekapo to the north and Twizel and Ohau to the south. As local mountain biking...

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Lake Tekapo, Canterbury, MTBpursuits.com are organisers of MTB racing, mountain running, events and tours in the Mackenzie region, South Island, New Zealand. This region is one of the most scenic areas of New Zealand... • Visit our Events section for details and dates of our current MTB and Mountain running events. • Tours are available in most outdoor pursuits a...

Arts & Crafts

Attractions

Biking & Cycling

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Lake Tekapo, Canterbury, Mountain Bike Mt Cook is dedicated to providing comprehensive information on the mountain biking in and around the Aoraki/Mount Cook Region (the Mackenzie Region) in Canterbury, New Zealand. We cover the area around Aoraki mount Cook and Lake Pukaki which includes Tekapo to the north and Twizel and Ohau to the south. As local mountain biking...

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Lake Tekapo, Canterbury, MTBpursuits.com are organisers of MTB racing, mountain running, events and tours in the Mackenzie region, South Island, New Zealand. This region is one of the most scenic areas of New Zealand... • Visit our Events section for details and dates of our current MTB and Mountain running events. • Tours are available in most outdoor pursuits a...

Boating

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Lake Tekapo, Canterbury, Cruise with us on LAKE TEKAPO. Welcome aboard our Haines Hunter vessel for a leisurely cruise on stunning Lake Tekapo. See amazing vistas of the Southern Alps, Mt John, and the spectacular high tundra landscapes of the Mackenzie Country. Filling a glaciated valley dammed and contained by moraine dating back 20,000 years, Lake Tekapo is still ...

Day Spas & Retreats

Entertainment

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Lake Tekapo, Canterbury, Earth & Sky is a local business situated in the small township of Lake Tekapo, a lovely community in the heart of New Zealand's South Island. Our friendly, knowledgeable staff offer visitors guided daytime tours around Mount John Observatory as well as nighttime stargazing tours at Mount John and Cowan's Hill. Drive or hike up to the observ...

Fishing

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Lake Tekapo, Canterbury, Cruise with us on LAKE TEKAPO. Welcome aboard our Haines Hunter vessel for a leisurely cruise on stunning Lake Tekapo. See amazing vistas of the Southern Alps, Mt John, and the spectacular high tundra landscapes of the Mackenzie Country. Filling a glaciated valley dammed and contained by moraine dating back 20,000 years, Lake Tekapo is still ...

Food & Wine

Gardens

Golf & Mini Golf

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Lake Tekapo, Canterbury, We are on State Highway 8. Turn left 300 metres past the Balmoral Military Camp, Highest registered 9-hole course in NZ. Undulating, sub-alpine backdrop, very scenic.

Horse Riding & Treks

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Lake Tekapo, Canterbury, The Mackenzie Country's Lake Tekapo contains some of New Zealand's most picturesque and natural scenery. Teal blue lake water and chiselled mountains are amongst the Mackenzie's jewels. Join Mackenzie Alpine Horse Trekking by sharing the natural beauty in one of the most natural forms of transport available, in a saddle. - Enjoy a horse trek...

Hunting & Shooting

Information Centres

Kayaking, Rafting & Canyoning

Off Road, 4WD & Quad bikes

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Lake Tekapo, Canterbury, A 4WD Argo adventure that you won't forget! Guaranteed to be both memorable and enjoyable providing some of the most spectacular photographic opportunities in the Aoraki Mount Cook National Park. Stopping at several vantage points overlooking the Tasman Glacier and Terminal Lake. Trip departs daily year round at 9am, 11am, 1pm, 2.30pm and 4.0...

Scenic Flights & Gliding

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Lake Tekapo, Canterbury, Alpine Adventures offer flight-seeing packages to Fox Glacier and Franz Josef Glacier, some include a snow landing on a glacier! 100% locally owned and operated, Alpine Adventures have a fleet of modern helicopters. Flight Offices are located in Fox Glacier, Franz Josef and also Lake Tekapo and Kaikoura. Year round snow landings, aerial whal...

Skydiving, Paragliding, Hang Gliding & Microlights

Snow & Mountains

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Lake Tekapo, Canterbury, Welcome to Roundhill. From beginner to expert Roundhill is the perfect alpine location to make the most of the winter months. Learners and little ones can head to our massive beginners area featuring a platter lift and 2 beginners rope tows for a fun and gentle way to find your feet in the snow. Our T-Bars give access to loads of super wid...

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Lake Tekapo, Canterbury, Mountain Bike Mt Cook is dedicated to providing comprehensive information on the mountain biking in and around the Aoraki/Mount Cook Region (the Mackenzie Region) in Canterbury, New Zealand. We cover the area around Aoraki mount Cook and Lake Pukaki which includes Tekapo to the north and Twizel and Ohau to the south. As local mountain biking...

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Lake Tekapo, Canterbury, Alpine Adventures offer flight-seeing packages to Fox Glacier and Franz Josef Glacier, some include a snow landing on a glacier! 100% locally owned and operated, Alpine Adventures have a fleet of modern helicopters. Flight Offices are located in Fox Glacier, Franz Josef and also Lake Tekapo and Kaikoura. Year round snow landings, aerial whal...

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Lake Tekapo, Canterbury, Alpine Recreation Canterbury Ltd was founded in 1981 by UIAGM-qualified Gottlieb Braun-Elwert, who pioneered the Symphony on Skis route, the Jubilee Fitzgerald-Copland Pass route, and achieved many notable climbing feats, including a winter ascent of Cerro Fitzroy, ascents of all New Zealand's 3000m peaks in one winter and ski traverses of the Pata...

Souvenirs & Shopping

Tours & Sightseeing

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Lake Tekapo, Canterbury, A guided shuttle bus connection between the towns of Lake Tekapo, Twizel and Mt Cook. Visit the National Park that is home to New Zealand’s highest mountain and longest glacier. Hike, climb or sit and soak up the spectacular views. We offer a relaxed transport service with informative commentary, photo opportunities and sight-seeing stops. Spe...

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Lake Tekapo, Canterbury, A 4WD Argo adventure that you won't forget! Guaranteed to be both memorable and enjoyable providing some of the most spectacular photographic opportunities in the Aoraki Mount Cook National Park. Stopping at several vantage points overlooking the Tasman Glacier and Terminal Lake. Trip departs daily year round at 9am, 11am, 1pm, 2.30pm and 4.0...

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Lake Tekapo, Canterbury, Earth & Sky is a local business situated in the small township of Lake Tekapo, a lovely community in the heart of New Zealand's South Island. Our friendly, knowledgeable staff offer visitors guided daytime tours around Mount John Observatory as well as nighttime stargazing tours at Mount John and Cowan's Hill. Drive or hike up to the observ...

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Lake Tekapo, Canterbury, MTBpursuits.com are organisers of MTB racing, mountain running, events and tours in the Mackenzie region, South Island, New Zealand. This region is one of the most scenic areas of New Zealand... • Visit our Events section for details and dates of our current MTB and Mountain running events. • Tours are available in most outdoor pursuits a...

Walking & Hiking

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Lake Tekapo, Canterbury, The Lake Stroll is a 6-7 day adventure hike through four of the South Islands famous sheep stations. You will meet the people of the South Island High Country and learn about their trials, challenges and achievements. Experience the huge, glacier fed braided rivers, mountains and grasslands as you hike through high passes and breathe clean, fres...

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