Tekapo

Travel Guide

Even though it was a bit cloudy it was quite impressive to see the sunset light effects on the changing landscape from the Astro Cafe in the Mt John Observatory.
Sunset stone skipping #springfun
Just after you've passed through Tekapo, or just before you get to Tekapo depending on what way you're driving, you'll have the opportunity to turn down a road that leads you here. This is the view from the Astro Cafe set at the top of Mount John with stunning views of Lake Tekapo and the Southern Alps. It does cost $8 to drive up to the observatory, but when you're presented with views like this, then it becomes a bit of a no brainer.
Part of the South Island Hydro Electricity scheme these canals are a great place to fish for salmon and trout. It runs between Lake Tekapo and Lake Pukaki and if you can't catch a fish you can go to the local fish farm and buy one.
A view to Mount John Observatory
Peppers Bluewater Resort

Peppers Bluewater Resort

4.5 out of 5
State Highway 8 Lake Tekapo
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Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo

5 out of 5
5 Motuariki Lane Lake Tekapo Canterbury
Stay at this hostel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Maclaren Footbridge and Cowans Hill Walkway are ...
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Haka House Lake Tekapo
Lakes Edge Holiday Park

Lakes Edge Holiday Park

2 out of 5
2 Lakeside Dr Lake Tekapo Canterbury
Stay at this motel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions The Cairns ...
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Peppers Bluewater Resort

Peppers Bluewater Resort

4.5 out of 5
State Highway 8 Lake Tekapo
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
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Skyrim Lodge

Skyrim Lodge

3 out of 5
11 Jimmys Lane Lake Tekapo
Stay at this vacation home in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and satellite TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
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Mantra Lake Tekapo

Mantra Lake Tekapo

4 out of 5
1 Beauchamp Place Lake Tekapo
Stay at this aparthotel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Cowans Hill Walkway and Sheepdog Statue are located ...
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Popular places to visit

Mount John Observatory which includes tranquil scenes, a river or creek and landscape views

Mount John Observatory

4.5/5(22 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Mount John Observatory during your stay in Tekapo. Amble around this quaint area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Mount John Observatory
Roundhill Ski Area featuring snow and mountains

Roundhill Ski Area

5/5(1 review)

Hit the slopes in Tekapo with a visit to Roundhill Ski Area.

Roundhill Ski Area

Lake Tekapō Regional Park

Explore the great outdoors at Lake Tekapō Regional Park, a lovely green space in Tekapo.

Lake Tekapō Regional Park

Things to do

Lake Tekapo: Stargazing Experience

Lake Tekapo: Stargazing Experience

$71
per adult
Lake Tekapo: Stargazing Experience
Picture 8 for Activity Lake Tekapo: Mount John Observatory Stargazing Tour

Lake Tekapo: Mount John Summit Stargazing Experience

$129
per adult
Lake Tekapo: Mount John Summit Stargazing Experience
Alpine Vista Helicopter Flight & Alpine Landing

Alpine Vista Helicopter Flight & Alpine Landing

$227
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Alpine Vista Helicopter Flight & Alpine Landing
Mount John Observatory Stargazing Experience, Tekapo

Mount John Observatory Stargazing Experience, Tekapo

$132
per adult
Mount John Observatory Stargazing Experience, Tekapo
Dark Sky Indoor Maori Cultural Astronomy Experience

Dark Sky Indoor Maori Cultural Astronomy Experience

$36
per adult
Dark Sky Indoor Maori Cultural Astronomy Experience
People taking selfie on snowpack in Queenstown

Mountains High Helicopter Flight & Snow Landing

$386
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mountains High Helicopter Flight & Snow Landing
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