Tekapo tours offer a scenic gateway to one of New Zealand’s most tranquil and awe-inspiring alpine destinations.Nestled on the shores of the vivid turquoise Lake Tekapo and framed by the Southern Alps, this picturesque town is renowned for its stargazing, natural beauty, and peaceful atmosphere. Whether you’re travelling from Christchurch, Mt Cook, or Queenstown, the journey to Tekapo is filled with sweeping high country landscapes, glacial lakes, and dramatic mountain backdrops. Highlights along the way might include the shimmering waters of Lake Pukaki, the golden tussock-covered Mackenzie Basin, or panoramic views from Burkes Pass. Once in Tekapo, soak in hot pools under the stars, visit the iconic Church of the Good Shepherd, or gaze into the Milky Way in one of the world’s top Dark Sky Reserves, where the sky comes alive and nature takes centre stage.
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Getting There
Queenstown tours offer convenient one-way travel options from destinations like Christchurch, Mt Cook, or Te Anau. The journey to Queenstown takes you through some of the South Island’s most breathtaking landscapes, think dramatic mountain passes, turquoise alpine lakes, and sweeping valleys. Depending on your starting point, you might wind through the Lindis Pass, pass Lake Pukaki with its postcard views of Aoraki/Mt Cook, or follow the shores of Lake Wakatipu from Fiordland. Along the way, your scenic drive becomes part of the adventure, offering a memorable glimpse into the raw beauty of the South Island before you arrive in Queenstown, where thrilling experiences and alpine charm await.
Tours In Tekapo
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Tekapo Stargazing Tour - (Shared Tour English)
This is our classic experience. During this tour, you will share a 90 minutes astronomy experience with other night sky enthusiasts (up to 14 people), your professional astronomy guide will give you an explanation of the night sky and show you deep sky objects through our powerful 9.25-inch telescope and a digital telescope.
- Location: Tekapo
- Duration: Approx. 90 Minutes
- Price: From $109 NZD per adult
Ultimate Stargazing Experience - Lake Tekapo
Our Ultimate Stargazing Experience is a 120-minute premium tour of the night sky. The tour can be personalised to involve a mix of naked-eye visual stargazing, learning about the brighter stars and important constellations, telescope observations and a free individual photograph under the stars. Enjoy the wonders of the night sky from the comfort of our premium moon chairs whilst snacking from a platter of nibbles and keeping warm with a hot drink.
Indulge in our Ultimate Stargazing Experience!
- Location: Tekapo
- Duration: Approx. 120 Minutes
- Price: From $199 NZD per adult
Alpine Stargazing Experience - Lake Tekapo
Our 75-minute stargazing tour includes private access to some of the darkest and most accessible locations around Lake Tekapo. It is a mixture of naked-eye visual stargazing, learning about the brighter stars and important constellations, learning how to navigate using the night sky, telescope observations, a free individual photograph of you standing under the stars, and an introduction to the scientific field of astronomy.
- Location: Tekapo
- Duration: Approx. 75 minutes
- Price: From $99 NZD per adult
Tours To Tekapo
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Christchurch to Tekapo Small Group Tour (One Way)
Christchurch to Tekapo Small Group Tour (One Way). This small group, fully-guided day tour allows you to travel in style to Tekapo while seeing all the key highlights along the way. Led by our famously passionate tour guides, notorious for bringing your journey to life by sharing their stories and rich background knowledge and run in modern, comfortable minibuses packed with extras ensuring your comfort and safety.
- To: Tekapo (one way)
- From: Christchurch
- Duration: Approx. 3 hours
- Price: From $199 NZD per adult
Queenstown to Tekapo via Mt Cook Small Group Tour (One Way)
Queenstown to Tekapo via Mt Cook, this small group, fully-guided tour combines two of the most stunning locations in the South Island with the time and options to enjoy the activities, unlike other tours. Led by our famously passionate tour guides, notorious for bringing your journey to life by sharing their stories and rich background knowledge and run in modern, comfortable minibuses packed with extras ensuring your comfort and safety.
- To: Tekapo via Mt Cook (one way)
- From: Queenstown
- Duration: Approx. 9 hours
- Price: From $399 NZD per adult
Mt Cook to Tekapo (One Way)
Planning an extended stay in Lake Tekapo after your time in Mt Cook? Look no further! We provide seamless transport between the two locations, with options to travel further south to Queenstown or head north towards Christchurch.
- To: Tekapo (one way)
- From: Mt Cook
- Duration: Approx. 90 minutes
- Price: From $165 NZD per adult
Tours From Tekapo
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Tekapo to Christchurch Small Group Tour (One Way)
Tekapo to Christchurch Small Group Tour (One Way), this small group, fully-guided transfer means you can travel in style while seeing all the key highlights along the way. Led by our famously passionate tour guides, notorious for bringing your journey to life by sharing their stories and rich background knowledge and run in modern, comfortable minibuses packed with extras ensuring your comfort and safety.
- To: Christchurch (one way)
- From: Tekapo
- Duration: Approx. 3 hours
- Price: From $199 NZD per adult
Tekapo to Queenstown via Mt Cook Small Group Tour (One Way)
Tekapo to Queenstown via Mt Cook, this small group, fully-guided tour combines three of the most stunning locations in the South Island with the time and options to enjoy the activities, unlike other tours. Led by our famously passionate tour guides, notorious for bringing your journey to life by sharing their stories and rich background knowledge and run in modern, comfortable minibuses packed with extras ensuring your comfort and safety.
- To: Queenstown via Mt Cook (one way)
- From: Tekapo
- Duration: Approx. 9 hours
- Price: From $399 NZD per adult
Tekapo to Mt Cook Small Group Tour (One Way)
Tekapo to Mt Cook, via Lake Pukaki (one way). This small group, fully-guided tour combines two of the most stunning locations in the South Island. Led by our famously passionate tour guides, notorious for bringing your journey to life by sharing their stories and rich background knowledge and run in modern, comfortable minibuses packed with extras ensuring your comfort and safety.
- To: Mt Cook (one way)
- From: Tekapo
- Duration: Approx. 240 minutes
- Price: From $199 NZD per adult
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