Lake Tekapo

Soak in the hot pools with panoramic views of Lake Tekapo and the Southern Alps. Experience stargazing tours in this International Dark Sky Reserve, where celestial wonders come alive after sunset.

The Church of the Good Shepherd stands on Lake Tekapo's shore, framing turquoise waters and Southern Alps through its altar window. Visit at sunrise when the stone sanctuary glows against the mountain backdrop.

This bronze tribute to the border collies who shaped the Mackenzie Basin's farming history stands proudly overlooking Lake Tekapo. Pause here to appreciate both the statue and the breathtaking Southern Alps backdrop.

Explore the stars at Dark Sky Project within the world's largest gold-tier Dark Sky Reserve. Join guided mountaintop tours combining scientific insights with Māori astronomy traditions at Mount John Observatory.

Links-style course follows natural glacial contours with panoramic views of the Southern Alps and Lake Tekapo. Play 18 holes using the innovative two-tee-per-green design that honors Scottish golfing traditions.

This scenic trail winds through forests and tussock grasslands, revealing breathtaking panoramas of Lake Tekapo and the Southern Alps. Capture vibrant lupins in spring or spot native birds in wetlands.