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Photos of you under the Milky Way

Enjoy a 2-hour stargazing experience with an experienced guide. We keep the tour to a maximum of 10pax adults for best experience. Learn about the night sky, see constellations, and use a 16" telescope to see planets and stars. Snack on a platter of nibbles and sip on a hot drink while you stargaze. Get picked up from your accommodation in Lake Tekapo and be driven to a private stargazing site out in the farm with zero light pollution. Sit back in a comfortable moon chair and wrap yourself in a warm blanket. Use a modern 16” telescope to see the night sky for deep sky objects. Take a photo of you and your friends & family under the stars! *Please note: we can only cater snack platters provided we are given 48 hours notice before the tour. We can cater non-allergen, vegetarian, dairy-free, gluten-free, and dairy-free and gluten-free platters. **Pickups are only offered to accommodation locations within Lake Tekapo township

Lake Tekapo Ultimate Stargazing Experience

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Family time in nature, reset and connect together

There’s much more to see in the South Island than what you can get to on the State Highways. This exciting off-road adventure gives you the chance to experience some of what this dramatic landscape has to offer. Drive around the Mackenzie Country for half a day and get exclusive access to back-country stations. Take in dramatic views of landmarks like Lake Pukaki, Mount Tasman and Aoraki Mount Cook, and learn about life on New Zealand’s high-country farming stations from your guide.

Scenic 4WD Tour Lake Tekapo Backcountry

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Find yourself in an incredible wilderness valley of the Southern Alps, all private access.

Get exclusive access to backcountry around Lake Tekapo with this private 4WD tour. Using a private access route, travel through The Cass Valley, seeing the gorgeous mountainous landscape of the Mackenzie Country. Marvel at the amazing rock formations, U-shaped valleys, unique local tussock and the mesmerizing braided river at the heart of it all. With merino sheep dotted over the landscape, this is a quintessential ‘kiwi’ experience.

Lake Tekapo Scenic Wilderness Cass Valley Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Mt Hay Off-Road Expedition

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Set out on your very own quest to discover glacial valleys, alpine lakes, hidden river valleys and remote glacial moraines high in the mountains. Stop in at an old Shepard's Cabin way in the backcountry and marvel at towering waterfalls, where mountains cascade into a stunning alpine river, just like in the game! Minecraft Lake Tekapo is situated in the private Cass Valley on Glenmore Station on the western side of Lake Tekapo, offering a world of Natural wonder and beauty. By creating a virtual replica of iconic New Zealand scenery, this tour offers gamers and non gamers an experience of the real-life wonders of the country. It highlights New Zealand’s unique environment, adventure experience and cultural heritage, a fun and engaging way to explore Minecraft New Zealand in real life here in Lake Tekapo. Access the private Cass Valley where it was featured, accessed exclusively through this Minecraft Lake Tekapo Tour.

Minecraft Lake Tekapo New Zealand Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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Mount Hay Station Guided 4WD Tour in Lake Tekapo

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Lupin Flower Tour Through The Mackenzie's Stunning Landscapes. Journey with us through remote High Country Stations, which are private farms surrounded by rugged mountain ranges and sweeping valleys. You'll capture both Lupin Flowers far away from the crowds and in more secret locations known only to locals. Best Time to Visit : Mid November - Early January. Capture Lupins & Snow-capped peaks, glacial rivers, and golden tussock grasslands offering incredible photo opportunities. Our tour takes you into private properties, so you'll get to experience secluded lupin spots with some inaccessible to the general public. Adventure with Comfort , the 4WD vehicles are equipped for off-road travel, making it a comfortable yet adventurous way to explore Lake Tekapo's backcountry. This tour is Suitable for all ages and fitness levels, making it an ideal family-friendly activity.

Lupin Flowers Tour Lake Tekapo

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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