(MT) Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo Day Tour from Christchurch
Timaru District, Christchurch
Travel to Mount Cook – the tallest mountain in New Zealand – from Christchurch on a van tour. Marvel at truly breath-taking scenery, including Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki.
Overview
This full-day scenic tour from Christchurch visits Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park and Lake Tekapo, ideal for families, couples, and solo travelers seeking alpine landscapes.
Highlights
- Explore Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park, home to New Zealand’s highest peaks
- Visit Lake Tekapo, known for its turquoise waters and the Church of the Good Shepherd
- Comfortable return transport via air-conditioned van
- Scenic drive across the Canterbury Plains
Description
Travel through the Canterbury Plains into the Southern Alps on this day tour featuring snow-capped peaks, turquoise lakes, and wide valleys. See Aoraki / Mount Cook, New Zealand’s tallest mountain, and enjoy easy walking tracks and ample photo opportunities.
Your guide will share insights on the region’s geography, Maori heritage, and local flora and fauna, making the experience informative as well as scenic. Visit Mount Cook Village and stroll along Tasman Valley tracks, finishing with time at Lake Tekapo.
This tour caters to both summer and winter visitors offering views, nature photography, and winter snow adventures.
Includes
- Round-trip transport in an air-conditioned van
- Professional driver and guide
- Welcome drink or water bottle
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Christchurch
Excludes
- Additional activities
- Food and drinks
- Tips
Important Information
- If traveling with toddlers, bring a child’s car seat
- This tour involves a moderate amount of walking
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour starts.
For the best experience, bring comfortable walking shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, and a camera. The tour runs year-round; summer offers mild weather while winter provides snow landscapes.
