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Explore some of the best bike trails in the South Island - all from the comfort of an e-bike. Blast up hills easily and enjoy breathtaking scenery, from Lake Tekapo to Queenstown, Lake Dunstan, the Roxburgh Gorge and much more. There really is something here for everyone on this spectacular tour. Starts and finishes in Christchurch. Ebiking predominantly on trails. Easy to Intermediate biking - Grades 1-3.

Tekapo’s small group stargazing tour, departing nightly. Silver River Stargazing is Tekapo’s finest, small group, 360° stargazing tour, giving you ‘bang for your buck’ and not compromising on quality. Discover the wonders of the night sky on our 75 minutes experience under the stars with a guide who knows the night sky intimately. We use powerful 14” telescopes and special astro-lasers for easy naked-eye viewing. Your guide will also take a group photo under the stars, which will be available for viewing and sharing online with friends and your's to keep free of charge.

We will bring you to our stargazing location where you can see nearly zero light pollution. Your professional astronomy guide will take you into an astronomy journey, from ancient stories of constellations to science facts, from Greek mythology to Maori legends. You will also see a variety of deep sky objects by our powerful 9.25-inch computerised telescope. You will also be offered photography service, your guide will take individual photos for you with the stars. At the end of the tour, we will set up a fire bowl, you can toast marshmallow on the fire while listening to some star stories.

Arrive at the Lake Tekapo Petting Zoo in the heart of Lake Tekapo township and meet the animals. Visit friendly Merino sheep, alpaca, pigs, cattle, lambs, and rabbits. Get up close to the animals and enjoy an opportunity to hand-feed them. When in the season, you may also be able to bottle-feed one of the farm's baby lambs.

Get involved in a world-class astrophotography experience. Learn the fundamentals of taking photos of the night sky and deep sky objects using our telescopes and digital cameras. Bring your own DLSR camera or you can use ours. Tours will be customised depending on the weather and what you want to learn. To top it all off we will help you process the images post-capture. The location of our astrophotography site is truly stunning. Amazing 360° views over 25,000-acres nestled in the gold-rated Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve. Our fully guided tour departs nightly with a maximum of 4 adults per tour. This tour is pure magic if you are wanting to learn or extend your photography...

Journey with us through the Mackenzie Country’s hidden treasures on our Scenic 4WD Tours into pristine remote New Zealand landscapes that are truly unique and impressive. Our trips offer you the opportunity to experience some of New Zealand's most breathtaking landscapes accessed through private high country stations surrounding Lake Tekapo, Mt Cook & Twizel. Journey with us and our professional drivers in our comfortable high standard 4WD vehicles and access the true backcountry beauty of Lake Tekapo’s High Country. Find yourself deep in the heart of New Zealand’s unique and impressive natural landscapes, learn about the rich history & unique geology that makes this part of the South...

Private day tour from Christchurch to Mount Cook. One day tour is a 12 hour tour & you can take photos and call in to any places you wish along the way including the Magnificent turquoise blue glacial Lake Tekapo and The Church of The Good Shepherd. Enjoy morning tea of some homemade baking in a scenic spot. This tour has the most spectacular Alpine scenery available. If you wish we can hike up the Hooker Valley or go on Scenic flight over the World Heritage Park. Homemade picnic lunch in a stunning location. Can stay overnight if you wish and enjoy longer hiking up the Hooker Valley or Explorer Tour on the Tasman Glacier Lake. Also can travel on to Queenstown if this suits your itinerary...

✓ Fun activities! Hagglund Ride, Authentic Ko Tane Cultural Show, Cromwell Fruit-tasting, Walter Peak Farm experience, TSS Earnslaw Vintage Steamship excursion ✓ Christchurch: International Antarctica Centre, Cathedral Square, Canterbury University, Royal Botanic Gardens and Hagley Park, Duty Free shop ✓ Queenstown: Lake District Museum, Lake Wanaka, Haast Pass, World Heritage Westland National Park ✓ Hokitika: Glass-Blowing Factory, Greenstone Factory ✓ Enjoy Hangi Feast, Chinese Cuisines, Japanese Bento Set Lunch, Thai Dinner, Westen Set Lunch and more!

Self drive your ski adventure from Christchurch to Queenstown on the South Island. Traverse the picturesque Canterbury Plains before reaching Methven, the gateway to the renowned Mt Hutt Ski Area. Spend exhilarating days carving through pristine snow slopes and enjoying the award-winning facilities of Mt Hutt. Continuing your expedition, delve into the legendary Mackenzie region, where the turquoise hues of Lake Tekapo and the majestic peaks of Mt Cook await. Here, you'll have the opportunity to experience the ultimate thrill of skiing on the Tasman Glacier, an epic adventure offering breathtaking views and unforgettable memories. Conclude your ski odyssey in Queenstown, the adventure...

Prepare for a perfect balance of adventure and relaxation on this 9 Day Ski & Spa driving holiday! Feel the rush as you carve through the pristine slopes, surrounded by majestic snow-capped peaks at Mt Hutt, Coronet Peak and The Remarkables ski fields. Indulge in the serenity of Tekapo Hot Springs and soak while gazing at the mesmerizing star-filled sky. This all inclusive road trip also offers a breathtaking experience at Milford Sound with a scenic Fly/Cruise/Fly adventure. Marvel at the awe-inspiring waterfalls cascading down towering mountains, immersing yourself in untouched beauty. You’ll also explore Central Otago's finest and off-the-beaten-track cellar doors, including a visit to...

Avoid the crowds and experience something truly special by booking an astronomy experience that comes to you. Gather your friends or family and enjoy your own private tour from your billion-star accommodation in Lake Tekapo, with the only fully mobile astronomy tour provider in the region. Wrap up warm and prepare to scope out the night sky with the use of a laser and a high-powered telescope. You'll take a close look and learn about some of the most fascinating stars, planets and deep sky objects in the southern night sky, without the hassle of having to leave your accommodation.

Alpine Recreation provides wilderness skiing at its best. Alpine and Telemark Ski Touring amongst the glaciers of the Mount Cook and Westland National Parks with professional mountain and ski guides. From huts based at the top of the Tasman, Franz Josef or Fox Glaciers, undertake spectacular ski ascents and descents of adjacent peaks. For less advanced skiers and those new to ski touring we also provide backcountry touring from our comfortable private hut high above Lake Tekapo. From here you undertake day tours in the rolling basins of the Two Thumb Range with wide-sweeping views across the Mackenzie Basin and to the Southern Alps. This terrain is great for cruising and enjoying the...

At Aotea Gifts, you can find everything from fashion, skincare and health products, to gifts and trinkets. Our Tekapo store sells locally made crafts and gifts, and stocks a wonderful range of Merino wool clothing. We provide an extensive range of products because we want travellers to be able to collect and capture tangible memories from their New Zealand experience. Come and visit us today. We are multilingual, and will do our best to meet your shopping needs. We're also online so all products and brands are available to anyone in the world.

The Two Thumb Range lies well to the east of New Zealand's Main Divide. This means it enjoys a higher percentage of good weather than mountains further to the west. Yet our private hut at 1300m is high enough to receive good snow throughout the winter months, July-September. The East Face of Aoraki/Mount Cook looms as you ascend Snake Ridge and Beuzenberg Peak, 2070m, and Mt Hope, 2086m, are worthy summits. For more advanced skiers try exploring New Zealand's glaciers or head up the Cass Valley to try out the private huts in the Gamack Range in the company of our professional ski guides. Book early because these huts book up a year in advance.

Tekapo Trails offers a variety of rides for all ages and abilities, cycle trails taking in a spectacular landscape. The trails around Tekapo include trails suitable for family rides, E bike options, and full suspension rides. You’ll find plenty of flow and fun tracks in the Lake Tekapo Regional Park, as well as mountain bike trails on local working high country stations. BeSpoke Bikes can advise you on the trails suited to your needs, age, and ability.

Tours run during summer and start from Christchurch, Geraldine, Lake Tekapo and Arthur's Pass. If you are looking for adventure from Christchurch then a half day excursion through Tui Canyon is a perfect option for those short on time, but still wanting to get as much value as possible. 9am and 2pm start times allow flexibility with a pick up and drop off service available. The full day adventure into Kaumira Canyon (ChCh, Geraldine and Lake Tekapo) starts with a scenic 4WD ride through a hill country farm taking in views along the Alps and out over the ocean. Once in the water, we descend down two canyons with more jumps, slides, ziplines and abseils than any other canyoning tour in...

We specialize in New Zealand landscape wedding photography, portrait/family sessions and pre-wedding photo shoots. Available in Christchurch, Queenstown, Wanaka and Lake Tekapo we can organize a beautiful shoot for you with landscapes of your choice or we're here to help with suggestions. Transport, multiple day and location options also available. Check our photos for examples of previous couples and families we have worked with around New Zealand.

Adventure in some of the World's most beautiful landscapes around the Aoraki Mount Cook National Park a UNESCO destination. Includes taking you to our favourite secret spots that come from years of exploring and finding awesome compositions in the area. Take a walk or bring you camera for a session in mastering your camera settings and finding the best compositions while on location. Use of our gear and showing you the best lenses for the purpose. Teaching you the principles of landscapes and techniques to capture your own epic images, Included are some images emailed to you. Personal coaching with your gear, making sure you get the best out of it. Gear hire available, night tours also...

Your Guide is Astrophotographer Rachel Gillespie. Includes: Either make a photo or just enjoy the stars and stories of our land and sky in the comfort of a chair and blanket, refreshments included, star photo selfie. We take you to our favourite spots that come from years of exploring and finding awesome compositions in the area. Teaching you the principles of astrophotography and techniques to capture epic night images, personal coaching with your gear, making sure you get the best out of it, taking night sky images to share with you by email afterwards you can keep and print & gear hire available on request prior to the tour. Day walks and photo walks available for small groups & multi...

Our four wheel drive tours show you the most beautiful views in the Mackenzie High Country: do not forget your camera! Want an exciting way to explore the Mackenzie High Country? Look no further than our tour of Mount Hay Station, our working Merino sheep farm just 5km outside of Lake Tekapo. Our four wheel drive farm vehicles are made for the terrain, and our local guides are psyched to take you on some of the thrilling adventures. Jump in and listen to your guide give background on our 50,000 acre farm which has been in the family for nearly 100 years. Spot some of the farm residents along the way, consisting of 12,000 Merino sheep, 700 Angus cows, 30 alpacas, 25 horses and 15 working...