Time zone
GMT +12:00
No time difference
Currency
New Zealand Dollar
1MYR = 0.43NZD
Official languages
English
Recommended trip duration
3 days
Flight time
15 hours
When departing from Manila
Top things to do in Mackenzie District
Tasman Glacier Heli Hike Experience in Mt. Cook
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RM 2,176.09
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Chameleon Stargazing Guided Tour in Lake Tekapo
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RM 290.49
Dark Sky Project Summit Stargazing Experience at Mt John Observatory
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RM 509.75
Silver River Stargazing Experience in Lake Tekapo
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RM 239.65
Helicopter Experience in Tasman Mount Cook
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RM 917.39
Glacier Helihike and Flight Experiences in New Zealand
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RM 812.29
Dark Sky Project's Crater Stargazing Experience in Lake Tekapo
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RM 312.25
Ski Plane and Helicopter Flight Experience with Glacier Landing
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RM 1,328.89
Lake Tekapo Petting Zoo Admission Ticket
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RM 48.45
Heli Hike the Tasman Glacier with Alpine Guides
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RM 2,199.49
Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo Small Group Day Tour
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RM 695.95
Tekapo Star Gazing and Hot Pool Experience
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RM 323.55
Hotels in Mackenzie District
Mt Cook Lodge & Motels
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RM 923.87
Peppers Bluewater Resort
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RM 840.00
Galaxy Boutique Hotel
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RM 1,614.93
Lake Tekapo Village Motel
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RM 797.77
Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge
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RM 729.35
Aoraki Court Motel
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RM 1,415.96
Alps Motel Apartment Twizel
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RM 823.16
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
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RM 1,400.64
Lakes Edge Holiday Park
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RM 584.58
Haka House Lake Tekapo
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RM 1,086.03
Pinewood Motels
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RM 441.25
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.
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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.
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.
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
AnissaAyu *********
2025-12-02 19:20:26
I had a good time travelling from Christchruch to Queenstown. We were also stopped at several places like Mt. Cook, Tasman Glacier, Lake Tekapo, Lake Pukaki, Lindis Pass, Orchrdas and High Country Salmon. If you are travelling from Christchurch to Queenstown, you will be transferred into other van in Mt Cook. Don't worry, the driver is as welcome as the first one. Overall good experience, thank you!
Sze *********
2025-12-09 10:39:44
The tour is run by Altitude Tour. the tour guide, James, did a great job by giving detailed information on the spots during the long journey. He managed to arrange a boat trip for us upon our last-minute request. It’s a great experience to be on a glacier lake!
SongYing ***
2026-01-01 05:23:56
Our recent road trip from Queenstown to Christchurch was nothing short of spectacular. This journey is a masterclass in NZ’s natural beauty, offering landscapes that feel pulled straight from a movie set.
Leaving Queenstown, the drive through the tussock-clad Lindis Pass is hauntingly beautiful. We made a quick stop in Omarama—before the scenery shifted into the dramatic Mackenzie Country.
Lake Pukaki & Mt Cook: Nothing prepares you for the first glimpse of Lake Pukaki. The water is an impossibly bright, milky turquoise. Following the shoreline toward Aoraki/Mt Cook was the highlight; seeing the snow-capped peak of NZ highest mountain reflected in the water is a memory I’ll keep forever.
Lake Tekapo: A stop at the iconic Church of the Good Shepherd is essential. The contrast of the stone chapel against the vibrant blue lake is stunning.
The final stretch through the Canterbury Plains into Christchurch offered a peaceful transition from the rugged alps to the "Garden City."
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