Time zone
GMT +12:00
No time difference
Currency
New Zealand Dollar
1NZD = 10,023.35IDR
Official languages
English
Recommended trip duration
3 days
Flight time
1.5 hours
When departing from Auckland
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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Rp 9,433,604
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Chameleon Stargazing Guided Tour in Lake Tekapo
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Small group
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Rp 1,202,802
Dark Sky Project Summit Stargazing Experience at Mt John Observatory
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Up to 3 hrs
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Rp 2,195,113
Silver River Stargazing Experience in Lake Tekapo
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Small group
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Rp 992,311
Helicopter Experience in Tasman Mount Cook
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Up to 3 hrs
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Rp 3,798,848
Lake Tekapo Petting Zoo Admission Ticket
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Morning departure
Up to 3 hrs
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Rp 200,467
Glacier Helihike and Flight Experiences in New Zealand
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Rp 3,498,148
Dark Sky Project's Crater Stargazing Experience in Lake Tekapo
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Rp 1,293,012
Ski Plane and Helicopter Flight Experience with Glacier Landing
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Up to 3 hrs
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Rp 5,502,817
Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo Small Group Day Tour
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Rp 2,996,981
Heli Hike the Tasman Glacier with Alpine Guides
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Up to 3 hrs
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Rp 9,472,062
Tekapo Star Gazing and Hot Pool Experience
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Up to 3 hrs
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Rp 1,393,245
Hotels in Mackenzie District
Mt Cook Lodge & Motels
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Rp 3,740,654
Alps Motel Apartment Twizel
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Rp 3,406,638
Peppers Bluewater Resort
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Rp 3,697,724
Galaxy Boutique Hotel
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Rp 6,538,540
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
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Rp 5,641,040
Aoraki Court Motel
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Rp 5,741,874
Lakes Edge Holiday Park
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Rp 2,352,880
Lake Tekapo Village Motel
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Rp 3,218,519
Haka House Lake Tekapo
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Rp 4,373,970
Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge
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Rp 2,953,060
Mantra Lake Tekapo
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Rp 3,441,802
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Reviews of Mackenzie District activities
吳 **
2025-10-24 11:52:36
Great location with Lake Tekapo views from the room. It's a short walk to the Church of the Good Shepherd and you can stargaze by the lake at night. The room is spacious and comes with a kitchen and washing machine, which is very convenient.
Eileen **
2025-10-17 18:04:12
Really love this place as is located near the lake without any other building blocking the view. Shared kitchen is well equipped with enough appliances and bowls/plates.
Room is quite spacious.
Room and toilet have heater. Room heater seems to be off automatically after some time.
Warm shower and tap water provided in the toilet.
Enjoy the lounge and kitchen with nice view.
Lift and laundry are available. Only 2 washing machine and 2 dryers.
Can be still quite pricey probably due to being a touristy area.
FYI, no lupin in mid Oct.
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.
WENG ******
2025-11-01 23:45:08
The tour guide thoughtfully prepared hot chocolate with marshmallows and blankets for us, so we could lie on the grassland and watch the Southern Hemisphere's starry sky. They explained the names of each star and how to find the South Celestial Pole. It was a night full of knowledge and romance ☺️. They also gave us reusable cocoa cups, and every time I see that cup, I remember the starry sky that night ☺️☺️.
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.
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