Mackenzie District Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)

🇳🇿 Lake Tekapo,New Zealand for stargazing🌟

#wheretogo When we heard of Lake Tekapo, New Zealand, only two things came into our minds - stargazing and hotspring. This spot is very photogenic both day and night. It is also art of a UNESCO Dark Sky Reserve, making it the perfect spot for stargazing. During the day, we looked from the beautiful Church of the Good Shepherd across the turquoise coloured lake to the mountainous drama of the Southern Alps. The scenery was stunning！I would advised to get there early in the morning as crowds started to come in the late morning. The legendary night sky in Lake Tekapo offers the perfect opprtunity to spot stars. It is something that we can hardly do in other countries.#timetotravel #newzealand #stargazing

Situated on the shores of Lake Takapō amongst the natural beauty of the lake and the mountains, the Church of the Good Shepherd was built to the glory of God and as a memorial to the pioneers of the Mackenzie Country. Picturesque by day and dazzling by night, Lake Tekapo is part of a UNESCO Dark Sky Reserve, making it the perfect spot for stargazing. Definitely a must go place when you are travelling to NZ South Island! #tekapo #newzealand #travel #holiday

Snippets Of Attractions In Christchurch

New Zealand is a dream destination for many who loves the outdoors, mountain backdrops and instaworthy shots. There are 2 islands one in the North Island and one in the south island. Christchurch is a place located in the south and caters more for the adventure seekers who loves beautiful hikes, overlooking the mountain backdrops and also the many quiet soothing scenic walks. There are a few popular attraction in Christchurch are the gorgeous looking Mountcook and Lake Tekapo, The wanaka tree with the backdrop of the lake, the tasman glacier walk and many more. Before heading to Christchurch, it is recommended to plan your roadtrip to ensure you travel plans are efficient and you do not spend too much time on the road. #bucketlistreboot #newzealand #christchurch #naturescapes #naturalwonders #mustvisit #mountains #hikes #scenic #holidayvacation

Lake Tekapo

Getting There - New Zealand; Christchurch Airport Attractions - Lake Tekapo, The Church of the Good Shepherd Hotels - Mantra Lake Tekapo Food & Restaurants - Blue Lake Eatery & Bar A good getaway from the city area. Located in a small town in the southern part of New Zealand. Drive was about 3.5 hours from Christchurch Airport. Amazing display of clear sky with lots of stars. Rare sight in most countries. Weather is below 0 degrees with occasional strong winds, t thick jacket and layering will be advisable. Definitely a recommendable place to visit this holiday. #newzealandtravel #laketekapo #mountcook

God first created New Zealand, then created heaven in its image!

Mount Cook National Park, an hour's journey from Lake Tekapo, is surrounded by snow-capped mountains, which are super spectacular! After a 20-minute walk, I was shocked when I saw the glacier! The god of nature in New Zealand must have used 90% of his miraculous work to carve Mount Cook National Park. The mountains are spectacular and towering into the clouds, the glaciers are blue and green, and I gaze at the waterfall where the snow melts in the distance. Really, other than wow, I can't think of any words to describe my mood at the time. Blue penguins return to their nests, watch at close range, and there are small seals on the shore. Blue penguins are very small, they will return to their nests in groups in batches, very cute. Guys, the scenery in New Zealand is absolutely beautiful, every shot is a blockbuster! Pure starry sky, blue glaciers, flowers all over the mountains, dreamy and magical firefly caves, various grand views of forests, wilderness, snow mountains and fjords... If you don't come once in your life, you will really regret it!

Mt Cook - The Tallest Mountain in NZ!

Mount Cook is the highest mountain in New Zealand and also one of the most scenic places to hike at. There are 10 different short walks that you can take from Mount Cook Village, but the most popular one is the Hooker Valley Track. The walk begins at the visitor centre or the White Horse Hill campground/carpark. The track takes about 2-3 hours return and is an easy track with very rewarding views of the snow-capped mountains. Along the way, you will have to walk across three swing bridges and goes along the Hooker River, ultimately leading you to a glacier lake. The glacier lake makes a really great photography spot with the snowy mountains as a backdrop! #momentssg #hiking #nationalpark #scenicspotguide #newzealand

Aoraki and the surround Mt Cook national park is a truly amazing place. With many walks and hikes available, the explorer in you goes crazy for all the wonderful sights you can take in along the way. A simple and easy track to do is the Hooker track. A great walk for all fitness levels and takes a couple of hours round trip. This is truly a magical place and you need to experience it. #wintergetaway #wintergetaway

Taking a road trip through New Zealand was one of the best decisions I made last year. The neverending beauty of this country is so fascinating.

New Zealand - Tasman Glacier This glacier is located in Tasman Lake, which is in Mount Cook National Park on New Zealand's South Island. As you stand at the foot of the glacier, you can hear the sounds of creaking and crunching. These are the sounds of the glacier moving slowly but inexorably toward the mountain.

Blue Lake and Tasman Glacier (blue lake and tasman glacier). This trail is short walking time, with a climbing height of 100 meters and a round trip of 40 minutes. We walked on the trail with a heart that looked at the glacier. Totally unexpected results: Because the global warming icebergs melted, the Blue Lake here has not been able to supply the glacier water, from crystal clear blue to a stagnant water. However, the water quality of this beach is not bad, and it is a good place for swimming and picnics in summer. The glaciers seen at the end of the trail have also been reduced by 2km in the last 20 years, compared to the previous 100 years. All of these were learned on the introduction board at the end of the trail. Recalling that you are staying in New Zealand, you can see different channels promoting environmental protection resources. The most severe punishment of human beings invading nature is the devastating impact of nature on mankind.

New Zealand | Tasman glacier view is breathtakingly beautiful

I played all the way, and the Tasman Glacier Lake is still beyond expectations. The track is easy! The scenery is stunning! The last time I was so beautiful was the Sap Mountain in Tibet. But the infrastructure and the degree of easy access are not at the same level. NZ is a place that makes me exclaim how beautiful it is every day.

Tasman Glacier

The Tasman Glacier, located in the Tasman Lake in Mount Cook National Park on the South Island of New Zealand, is the longest glacier in New Zealand, with a length of 27 kilometers, a width of 4 kilometers, an area of 101 square kilometers, and a thickness of up to 600 meters. It is above sea level 3000 meters and is one of the longest glaciers in the world. Tasman Glacier Hiking: Take a plane to the glacier and walk to enjoy the scenery. Take a helicopter to land on the glacier, led by a guide, wearing professional equipment, walking on the Tasman Glacier. Along the way, you can enjoy various glacier sceneries, go deep into the ice, drill ice caves, taste ice water, etc. The ice time is about 2 hours, and the whole journey is about 3-4 hours; ordinary physical tourists can. Lake Pukaki was once part of New Zealand's largest Tasman Glacier. On a clear day, you can enjoy the majestic mountain view of New Zealand's highest peak, Mt. Cook, and the snow scene of distant mountains by the lake. The large amount of glacial minerals in the lake water dyes the color of the lake water into a dreamy color like milk, and you can also enjoy this quiet moment by the lake. Go upstream to Mount Cook along Lake Pukaki, and enjoy the shock and beauty of Mount Cook up close. Have a western lunch on the mountain at noon. It is the beautiful blue milk lake on the South Island of New Zealand.

New Zealand Helicopter Glacier Experience

🌟Highlights: New Zealand is the last pure land in the world. It has all terrains except deserts. New Zealand's glaciers are the only two temperate glaciers in the world (the other temperate glacier country is Chile). New Zealand's glaciers were formed 4000 years ago, due to continuous snowfall at that time, the snow pressure formed glaciers. Many terrains in the South Island of New Zealand are related to the movement of glaciers. Tasman Glacier is located on a mountain about 5000 meters above sea level. It is currently the largest glacier in New Zealand, with a length of about 90 kilometers. Taking a helicopter to watch the whole panorama of Tasman Glacier is a very shocking experience. The whole process is about 45 minutes, including about 10 minutes of glacier landing. After takeoff, you can not only enjoy the largest glacier in New Zealand, but also enjoy the highest peak of New Zealand, Mount Cook. Highly recommended! 📝Note tips: When taking a helicopter to watch the glacier, you cannot bring selfie sticks, carry-on bags, etc. It is recommended to deposit before takeoff. After boarding, you must fasten your seat belt throughout the journey. When landing on the glacier, stand in the front of the plane to avoid being injured by the propeller at the back of the helicopter. 📍Detailed address: Mount Cook National Park

Tasman Glacier trail is a short drive from the Mount Cook Village with ample parking available. The hike to view the glacier is straight up, mostly on gravel stairs with no handrails. Would not recommend for those with mobility issues. The spectacular view at the top of the trail with the glacier in the distance and floating icebergs in the lake make the hike well worth it. #wintergetaway #wintergetaway

Aoraki Court Motel

Address - 26 Bowen Drive, Canterbury 7999 Highlights - Hotel Room with Mountain view & Spa Avg. Price per Person - $85/pax Rating - 5/5 This place is located on the highest mountain in New Zealand - Mount Cook. Good place to take a break from the city crowd and it is very popular to tourist yearly with amazing view. Friendly ducks are also also seen from time to time. Weather is cold, wrapping up will be advisable. Many hiking routes are also available for people who are interested to view beautiful scenery. #holiday_mood #newzealandtravel #mountcook #hiking #cold #wintergetaway #staycation

Aoraki mount cook alpine lodge is a superb landscaped hotel with superb public areas. The book is also attracted to the super-premium public kitchen and living room. On the sofa on the second floor of the large living room, it is the peak of Mount Cook, a very beautiful view. The kitchen has a large operating table and 2 sets of cooking appliances. There are a lot of freely used spices in the refrigerator (estimated to be left by the previous guests). They bought beef at the previous stop to cook, and beef noodles for dinner, especially comfortable. Indoor insulation is good, sleeping at night will not be cold. Accommodation in Mount Cook is more expensive, this is relatively cheap, close to the praise of Mount Cook Coffee and The Hermitage Hotel, you can go to their landscape.