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Tekapo Adventures Discover the breathtaking beauty of the Mackenzie Country on a scenic 4WD Tour, hiking tour or wilderness Safari . Come join us !

Lake Tekapo- Mt Cook - Twizel/ Lake Ohau, we specialize in exclusive private High Country experiences in The Mackenzie Basin.

☀️🏔️ What a beautiful sunny week here in the Mackenzie Country!Plenty of sunshine, a little of that famous Mackenzie win...
25/10/2026

☀️🏔️ What a beautiful sunny week here in the Mackenzie Country!

Plenty of sunshine, a little of that famous Mackenzie wind, and snow-capped peaks slowly starting to melt, filling our streams and braided rivers with fresh mountain water. 💦

The high country is just spectacular

We're starting to think we might need to invest in a good old farm collie to help muster our guests back into the 4WD… they just can't seem to get enough of the scenery! 😂🐕

And really, who can blame them?

SMALL GROUPS. BIG LANDSCAPES. UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCES.Tekapo Adventures | Backcountry Hiking ToursWonderfully remote. ...
20/10/2026

SMALL GROUPS. BIG LANDSCAPES. UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCES.

Tekapo Adventures | Backcountry Hiking Tours

Wonderfully remote. Wildly beautiful. Unmistakably Mackenzie.

Imagine hiking through landscapes that feel like your very own national park. No crowds, no busy trails — just endless alpine valleys, breathtaking mountain scenery and the freedom to explore somewhere truly special.

Discover the wild, untamed beauty of the Southern Alps — from the legendary Mackenzie high country!

🥾 Remote wilderness hiking with experienced local guides
🏡 Private alpine huts tucked away in the high country
🍷 Wonderful meals and warm Kiwi hospitality
🚙 Exclusive 4WD access deep into the backcountry
✨ Small groups and personalised adventures

Our fully packaged overnight and multi-day hut-to-hut hiking adventures offer a different way to experience New Zealand's wilderness — beyond the well-trodden Great Walks and far from the crowds.

Come discover the wild side of the Mackenzie Country with us this summer!

🌿 Explore our Mackenzie Alpine Hiking Adventures:

https://www.tekapoadventures.com/our-tours/hiking-tours/mackenzie-alpine-hiking-tour/

☀️ **A Warm Hello from Tekapo Adventures – Summer Is Almost Here!** 🏔With longer days, warmer sunshine and another beaut...
18/10/2026

☀️ **A Warm Hello from Tekapo Adventures – Summer Is Almost Here!** 🏔

With longer days, warmer sunshine and another beautiful Mackenzie summer just around the corner, we're excited to welcome everyone back for another season of exploring our incredible backyard!

As a small, locally owned family business, we're passionate about sharing the hidden beauty of the Mackenzie Country with visitors from around the world. ❤

**Our Scenic 4WD Backcountry Tours are running daily, with departures at 9 am and 1 pm!**

Come explore with us:

**Cass Valley, Lake Tekapo** – Journey deep into a spectacular alpine valley, see some Black Stilts and stunning alpine scenery!

🏔️ **Braemar Station, Aoraki/Mount Cook** – Discover breathtaking views of New Zealand's highest mountains and the turquoise waters of Lake Pukaki, alpine lakes and wildlife!

🌄 **NEW! Twizel & Lake Ōhau Backcountry Tour** – Explore remote alpine landscapes and the beautiful high country surrounding Lake Ōhau, Twizel's hidden gems minutes from town!

With exclusive access to private high-country stations, our small-group adventures are about more than just incredible scenery. They're about connecting with the land, discovering its fascinating geology, wildlife and history, and experiencing the authentic Mackenzie Country.

**Already in town?** We often have last-minute spaces available, so give us a call!

A heartfelt thank you to our wonderful local community, accommodation partners and everyone who continues to support our little family business. We couldn't do it without you! ❤️

Here's to another amazing summer of adventures!

**Come explore with us!** 🌿

📍 Lake Tekapo | Twizel | Aoraki/Mount Cook
📞 020 4156 4900
🌐 www.tekapoadventures.com

At Tekapo Adventures, we spend our days guiding people through some of Aotearoa's most extraordinary landscapes — places...
22/06/2026

At Tekapo Adventures, we spend our days guiding people through some of Aotearoa's most extraordinary landscapes — places of silence, space, native wildlife, and wild beauty that exist because previous generations chose to protect them.

These places are more than scenery. They are home to threatened species, important ecosystems, and the stories that shape who we are as New Zealanders. They are part of our identity, our heritage, and our responsibility.

If you love New Zealand for what it is at its heart and soul, please take the time to learn about the proposed changes to our conservation legislation and have your say.

Some decisions shape a generation. This is one of them.

We are not owners of these landscapes. We are their caretakers, entrusted to protect them for those who come after us.

🌿 Protect conservation land.
🌿 Protect biodiversity.
🌿 Protect the wild places that make Aotearoa extraordinary.
Link in comments to act now!

Recently National Geographic visited the Mackenzie Basin to tell the story of one of the world’s rarest birds- the remar...
13/06/2026

Recently National Geographic visited the Mackenzie Basin to tell the story of one of the world’s rarest birds- the remarkable Kaki- Black Stilt.

It was an experience about sharing a landscape we care deeply about, and helping shine light on a species found nowhere else on 🌍Earth.

For us, this story captures what makes the Mackenzie Country so extraordinary— vast landscapes, rare wildlife and the feeling of venturing into somewhere truly special.

We’re honoured to see it shared with readers around the world through National Geographic. Read the full article below 🙂

A huge thank you to Luxury Collections & Mackenzie NZ for making this story possible ❤️

https://www.nationalgeographic.com/travel/article/search-for-worlds-rarest-wading-bird-new-zealand-black-stilt-birdwatching

Find yourself amongst solitude and the mighty landscapes of the Mackenzie Country with us. We've never had anyone compla...
04/06/2026

Find yourself amongst solitude and the mighty landscapes of the Mackenzie Country with us. We've never had anyone complain about the lack of people :)

This is the magic of New Zealand’s high country.Raw. Remote. Ever-changing.Moving quietly through these vast high-countr...
01/06/2026

This is the magic of New Zealand’s high country.
Raw. Remote. Ever-changing.

Moving quietly through these vast high-country landscapes, you begin to notice everything — the shifting light across the tussock valleys, the ever-changing skies rolling over the Southern Alps, the silence of the braided rivers, and the feeling of space stretching endlessly around you.

Out here, nature is never still. Clouds drift across mountain peaks, golden light pours through storm fronts, and every hour transforms the landscape into something entirely new.

There’s something deeply grounding about immersing yourself in places this wild and open — a reminder that we are part of something far larger than ourselves.

Family owned and operated, built on genuine hospitality, adventure, and a deep love for the Mackenzie Country. We believ...
22/05/2026

Family owned and operated, built on genuine hospitality, adventure, and a deep love for the Mackenzie Country.

We believe it’s the little details that make an experience unforgettable — the warm welcome, the personal stories, the hidden spots we share, and making sure every guest leaves with their own “wow” moment etched into memory.

No cookie-cutter tours.
Just authentic adventures, personal service, and a real passion for showcasing this extraordinary part of New Zealand.

When you travel with us, you’re supporting local — a small family-run business passionate about creating meaningful experiences in some of the most beautiful landscapes on Earth.

We can’t wait to share it with you.

Drive… stop… amazed… snap a photo… carry on. That’s pretty much how our days unfold out here in the Mackenzie backcountr...
19/05/2026

Drive… stop… amazed… snap a photo… carry on.

That’s pretty much how our days unfold out here in the Mackenzie backcountry.

The landscapes change constantly throughout the journey — shifting light across the mountains, dramatic skies rolling through the valleys, turquoise lakes glowing beneath the Southern Alps, and endless textures of tussock, rock, and alpine wilderness.

Honestly, we often find ourselves stopping far more than planned… simply because it’s just too beautiful not to take it all in. 🇳🇿

Every corner feels like a new scene.
Every hour brings different light, colours, and moods across the high country.

This is the magic of exploring New Zealand’s remote backcountry.

The sheer variety of landscapes across the Mackenzie Country never stops amazing us. These two photos were taken just ar...
17/05/2026

The sheer variety of landscapes across the Mackenzie Country never stops amazing us.

These two photos were taken just around the corner from each other — yet they feel like completely different worlds.

That’s the magic of this region.
Vast alpine basins, rugged mountain valleys, golden tussock country, glacial lakes, and dramatic Southern Alps scenery all woven together into one unforgettable landscape. 🇳

And have you heard?
We’ve opened up a whole new corner of the Mackenzie for exploring.

Our new Twizel & Lake Ōhau Backcountry Tour takes you deep into remote high-country landscapes rarely experienced by visitors — showcasing the raw beauty, solitude, and scale that make this region so special.

If you love wild scenery, hidden places, and authentic backcountry adventure, this one is for you.

Come explore the Mackenzie with us.

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Monday 08:00 - 19:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 19:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 19:00
Thursday 08:00 - 19:00
Friday 08:00 - 19:00
Saturday 08:00 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00

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