Lake Tekapo Trip Planner

Trip Planner : South Pacific / New Zealand / South Island / Canterbury Region / Mackenzie District / Lake Tekapo

Lake Tekapo

4.3

Bodies of Water · Churches · Nightlife

Located in a UNESCO Dark Sky Reserve, Lake Tekapo offers evenings of stargazing and days of long walks. The small township on the banks of the huge, misty-blue lake is surrounded by stunning scenery, including the Southern Alps and the dazzling night sky. Popular Lake Tekapo itineraries include trekking along well-established paths in the Mackenzie Basin and scenic flights above the hills and valleys. The Maori name "Tekapo," when deconstructed, translates as "sleeping mat" (taka) and "night" (po). Make Lake Tekapo central to your New Zealand travel plans using our New Zealand online itinerary planner.

Create a full itinerary — for free!