Time zone
GMT +12:00
No time difference
Currency
New Zealand Dollar
1USD = 1.65NZD
Official languages
English
Recommended trip duration
3 days
Flight time
9.5 hours
When departing from Singapore
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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US$ 565.09
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Chameleon Stargazing Guided Tour in Lake Tekapo
Small group
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US$ 75.45
Dark Sky Project Summit Stargazing Experience at Mt John Observatory
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Up to 3 hrs
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US$ 132.95
Silver River Stargazing Experience in Lake Tekapo
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Small group
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US$ 62.50
Dark Sky Project's Crater Stargazing Experience in Lake Tekapo
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US$ 81.45
Helicopter Experience in Tasman Mount Cook
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Up to 3 hrs
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US$ 230.09
Glacier Helihike and Flight Experiences in New Zealand
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US$ 210.95
Heli Hike the Tasman Glacier with Alpine Guides
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Morning departure
Up to 3 hrs
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US$ 571.15
Ski Plane and Helicopter Flight Experience with Glacier Landing
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Up to 3 hrs
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US$ 346.65
Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo Small Group Day Tour
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US$ 188.79
Lake Tekapo Petting Zoo Admission Ticket
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Morning departure
Up to 3 hrs
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US$ 12.15
Aoraki Mt Cook Flight Experience with Alpine or Snow Landing
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Up to 3 hrs
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US$ 233.75
Hotels in Mackenzie District
Peppers Bluewater Resort
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US$ 219.99
Aoraki Court Motel
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US$ 344.44
Lake Tekapo Village Motel
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US$ 193.07
Haka House Lake Tekapo
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US$ 262.70
Lakes Edge Holiday Park
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US$ 141.46
The Godley Hotel
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US$ 137.98
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
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US$ 338.80
Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge
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US$ 177.20
Mt Cook Lodge & Motels
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US$ 224.46
Alps Motel Apartment Twizel
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US$ 203.42
Mackenzie Motels
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US$ 67.91
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Reviews of Mackenzie District activities
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.
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.
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.
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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Hoi *********
2025-12-25 06:21:08
No need to arrive early, as they only allow check in at EXACTLY the time of your booking. Everything was quick and smooth.
CHAN *******
2026-01-27 09:20:29
Really enjoyed this experience and was lucky enough to have a sunny day for it. However, for the 20-minute tour in the summer, the glacier experience doesn't fly to the actual glacier, but only stays beside ice blocks. Still, it was very novel and fun. If you want to participate in a glacier experience with actual glaciers, you need to join a longer tour because the distance is further. But for us first-timers, 25 minutes was more than enough and novel.
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
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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