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Trip Planner: South Pacific / New Zealand / South Island / Canterbury Region / Mackenzie District / Lake Tekapo / Lake Tekapo

Lake Tekapo, Lake Tekapo

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For some outdoor adventure, head to Lake Tekapo, where the dark blue water and snow-capped peaks provide an ideal setting for a range of nature activities. Hike, horseback ride, or mountain bike along trails around the lake and through the surrounding mountains. The mountains also provide great skiing, heli-skiing, and rock climbing. In warmer weather, swimmers, windsurfers, and boaters flock to the lake's calm waters. Visit the bronze sheepdog statue for a glimpse into the local history and the importance of sheep farming to the community. Plan my trip to Lake Tekapo with suggested itineraries provided by Inspirock.

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Lake Tekapo Tours

Christchurch to Queenstown via Mount Cook One-Way Tour BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $223

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Queenstown to Christchurch via Mount Cook Full-Day Tour BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $183

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Explore Mount Cook from Christchurch BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $276

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By essy87 On March 19, 2018

Gorgeous lake and a place for a quite couple of days, just to relax! The lake is beautiful! Nice walks. Very quite area, just to relax! more »
By Irvine A On March 18, 2018

We met our daughter and her SO for a long week end and ad a great time. There are many great walks and lots o sights to see. A visit to the observatory and a hike to town is a great way to spend an af... more »
By jdfranco On March 18, 2018

Beautiful beyond words. Breath taking. We stopped at the view and then at the church. As we could not get lodging near by we did not get to take full advantage of the area. Make sure to book lodging i... more »

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Best things to do in Lake Tekapo

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Church of the Good Shepherd

Mount John University Observatory

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Mt. Cook Village

Hooker Valley Track

Aoraki Mount Cook National Park (Te Wahipounamu)

Visit for: 3h 30min

Hidden Gems

Roundhill Ski Area

Mount John Summit Circuit Track

Visit for: 2h 30min

Helicopter Tours

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Mackenzie Sheep Dog Statue

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