Time zone
GMT +12:00
No time difference
Currency
New Zealand Dollar
1USD = 1.78NZD
Official languages
English
Recommended trip duration
3 days
Flight time
12 hours
When departing from Hong Kong
Top things to do in Mackenzie District
Tasman Glacier Heli Hike Experience in Mt. Cook
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English guided
Morning departure
(391) • 10K+ booked
US$ 558.49
Chameleon Stargazing Guided Tour in Lake Tekapo
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Small group
English guided
(188) • 9K+ booked
US$ 72.95
Dark Sky Project Summit Stargazing Experience at Mt John Observatory
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English guided
Up to 3 hrs
(373) • 10K+ booked
US$ 134.05
Heli Hike the Tasman Glacier with Alpine Guides
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English guided
Morning departure
(34) • 3K+ booked
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US$ 555.95
Glacier Helihike and Flight Experiences in New Zealand
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English guided
Free cancellation
(1.1K) • 20K+ booked
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US$ 211.79
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Lake Tekapo Petting Zoo Admission Ticket
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English guided
Morning departure
(52) • 2K+ booked
US$ 11.25
Helicopter Experience in Tasman Mount Cook
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English guided
Up to 3 hrs
(86) • 4K+ booked
US$ 212.55
Dark Sky Project's Crater Stargazing Experience in Lake Tekapo
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English guided
Free cancellation
(20) • 1K+ booked
US$ 77.95
Silver River Stargazing Experience in Lake Tekapo
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Small group
English guided
(88) • 5K+ booked
US$ 66.79
Aoraki Mt Cook Flight Experience with Alpine or Snow Landing
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English guided
Morning departure
(31) • 1K+ booked
US$ 221.55
Glacier Highlights Flight Experience in Mount Cook
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English guided
Up to 3 hrs
(11) • 900+ booked
US$ 392.00
Ski Plane and Helicopter Flight Experience with Glacier Landing
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English guided
Up to 3 hrs
(76) • 4K+ booked
From
US$ 334.69
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Reviews of Mackenzie District activities
teyi ****
2026-07-21 10:17:48
The provided equipment was quite comprehensive, the ground crew explained everything in great detail, and the helicopter was very new. Once we reached the glacier, our hiking guide, Hunter, was humorous and engaging, giving us a complete and enjoyable experience. Thank you to the entire team for their efforts!
Klook客路用户
2026-07-13 01:26:38
We were incredibly lucky to have perfect weather — it was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Both my child and I were thrilled and had a great time. Our guide Jasper that day was exceptionally attentive and considerate, and we all really liked him. We highly recommend everyone to try the glacier hiking tour.
Hiu ********
2026-07-02 02:18:22
What an incredible experience. Scott is such a fantastic guide, very knowledgeable and cheerful. The hike was around 1.5 hour with lots of time stopping for pictures, so it was not as physically demanding as expected. The glacier is truly mesmerising, it is one of the best memories I have made in NZ!
Krystal ************
2026-07-29 08:46:28
our guide Paul is really nice and such an amazing guide. he introduces all kinds of scenery to us very clearly as we passed the places. he constantly made sure we are warm and cozy on his van. 100/10 highly recommend!
YIU ****
2026-08-16 22:26:34
The 45-minute guided tour at the Tekapo petting zoo is a fun and interactive experience, especially since entry includes one box of feed per person. The animals—including Merino sheep, alpacas, KuneKune pigs, and calves—are incredibly cute, friendly, and affectionate as you hand-feed them. Just make sure to listen carefully to the guide's instructions at the start for everyone's safety. The only downside is that the tour groups can get quite crowded, sometimes reaching up to 20 people at once.
Klook User
2026-08-06 03:36:22
was a warm and fun experience! highly recommended. it’s beautiful, safe and very enjoyable. even for children.
SHYH ********
2026-09-18 08:02:16
It was a one in a lifetime experience. My family and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Our flight was actually cancelled but the staff was very helpful to arrange for the flight on the next morning. Thank you so much!
Wong ********
2026-09-19 03:17:52
Very special experience! The staffs are friendly and the instructions are clear. All passangers please get ready your waterproof shoes, the snow are thick.
sze *******
2026-08-09 10:55:20
I originally booked a 45-minute experience, but due to weather conditions, we could only do the 25-minute route. The 25 minutes included boarding, landing for photos on the mountain, and the return landing time. While on the mountain, we had to wait several minutes for the previous helicopter to depart, and that time was not made up. The schedule was very tight, but there was nothing we could do about the weather. Furthermore, you can only find out about the weather conditions on the day of your visit, as it's not possible to notify you in advance.
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