Time zone
GMT +12:00
No time difference
Currency
New Zealand Dollar
1EUR = 1.97NZD
Official languages
English
Recommended trip duration
3 days
Flight time
3 hours
When departing from Sydney
Top things to do in Mackenzie District
Tasman Glacier Heli Hike Experience in Mt. Cook
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Up to 3 hrs
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€ 469.25
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Chameleon Stargazing Guided Tour in Lake Tekapo
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€ 60.95
Dark Sky Project Summit Stargazing Experience at Mt John Observatory
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Up to 3 hrs
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€ 111.25
Silver River Stargazing Experience in Lake Tekapo
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€ 50.29
Helicopter Experience in Tasman Mount Cook
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Up to 3 hrs
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€ 192.49
Glacier Helihike and Flight Experiences in New Zealand
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€ 176.39
Dark Sky Project's Crater Stargazing Experience in Lake Tekapo
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€ 65.55
Lake Tekapo Petting Zoo Admission Ticket
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€ 10.15
Ski Plane and Helicopter Flight Experience with Glacier Landing
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€ 277.45
Heli Hike the Tasman Glacier with Alpine Guides
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€ 479.79
Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo Small Group Day Tour
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€ 151.85
Glacier Highlights Flight Experience in Mount Cook
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Up to 3 hrs
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€ 329.59
Hotels in Mackenzie District
Mt Cook Lodge & Motels
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€ 193.03
Peppers Bluewater Resort
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€ 183.04
Galaxy Boutique Hotel
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€ 337.01
Lake Tekapo Village Motel
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€ 166.46
Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge
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€ 152.39
Alps Motel Apartment Twizel
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€ 174.03
Aoraki Court Motel
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€ 295.77
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
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€ 292.95
Lakes Edge Holiday Park
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€ 121.66
Haka House Lake Tekapo
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€ 227.15
Pinewood Motels
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€ 91.44
Mantra Lake Tekapo
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€ 172.52
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Reviews of Mackenzie District activities
Sovanaro ***
2025-12-29 02:43:53
great experience and amazing view on the glacier, we hiked to an ice cave. The operator provides warm layers if needed. We felt very safe flying and hiking with them
LIN *********
2026-01-13 08:52:33
Totally worth it. You start with about a ten-minute helicopter ride to the glacier, then hike for about two hours. The company provides hiking boots, wool socks, waterproof pants, a waterproof jacket, crampons, and hiking poles. Anyone who is normally mobile can participate.
Ying ****************
2025-12-07 07:17:12
It’s a fantastic experience! We are so lucky to have done this on our first attempt, and on a sunny day with no strong winds. The glacier walk is stunning, providing insight into how glaciers form and how climate impacts them. The helicopter ride was exceptional, and the guide was very professional.
Klook客路用户
2026-02-23 01:42:44
Upon arriving at the stargazing spot, the staff had each member lie down on a lounge chair and provided a thick blanket (the temperature was only a few degrees, very cold). The first step was to observe with the naked eye, and the staff used a celestial pointer to point to the starry sky while explaining astronomical knowledge to us. After viewing with the naked eye, we used a telescope 🔭 to stargaze. There were two telescopes, and the pictures are mostly taken with the smaller one (small, but very powerful). We saw Jupiter's stripes, the Milky Way, a gentle close-up of the moon, and the stars around the Southern Cross, etc. I was so moved that I wanted to cry. Seeing it in person is so much better than in the photos, because you feel like they are alive, they are moving, they are blooming ⭐ The staff also provided everyone with a cup of hot chocolate during the process, and took photos of each team member as a souvenir. Finally, we all gathered around the stove to roast marshmallows 🍡 and happily ended my stargazing trip ~ 🤗
Man ***************
2025-12-27 00:42:41
The stargazing program was very fun and interesting. The guide was nice and upbeat. We rode the bus to a stargazing place, and when we looked up, the sky was full of stars. It was very beautiful.
Ming ********
2025-12-29 09:24:51
it is amazing and unforgettable helicopter ride. we have booked 3 times but all has been cancelled due to weather started from Fox glacier, Queenstown and finally at Mount Cook we made it happen. thanks Klook and it is easy to book. high recommended to those interested.
Wu *****
2026-01-07 19:20:55
The starry sky is beautiful and the weather isn't too cold. I'd highly recommend visiting Tekapo. However, later on the clouds got a bit thick and the moon was a bit bright, which affected the stars. I suggest staying two nights, as you'll have a better chance of seeing the stars.
SiuShan ***
2025-12-11 04:09:35
You must join this tour when you visited Mt cook , you could try both Helicopter and ski plane in one time( Go by Helicopter and return by ski plane or reverse）. Very great experience to land the glacier , we could touch and walk on the snow , it’s funny indeed !
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DiaMae *******
2025-11-02 08:11:14
The whole tour was amazing, although the itinerary was a bit hectic. Except for Mt. Cook, the other stops were quite short — just enough time to snap a few photos before moving on to the next spot. It’s understandable since the destinations are quite far from Christchurch. They also provided free lunch and snacks (chips), which was a nice touch
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