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Lake Tekapo – A visual guide
February 3, 2015
Lake Tekapo is world-famous for its stunning views and panoramic scenery. From every angle the wide clear lake sets off the dry hills and mountain peaks in the distance – capped with snow for much of the year. Each season brings its own unique… Read more
“NZ Made” Lake Tekapo Fete
March 11, 2013
The annual Lake Tekapo Fete is being held this coming weekend in the beautiful, sheltered gardens of the Historic Mt John Homestead. The 5th annual NZ made fete is being held this year on Sunday, the 17th March St Patricks Day, and promises to be a… Read more
New Golf Course for Lake Tekapo
November 12, 2012
Lake Tekapo will soon have another golf challenge, when the Cairns nine-hole golf Course opens on November 17. Making good use of the undulating aspect and natural features with minimal landscape modification, it is described as reminiscent of the old Scottish courses of the early… Read more
Spectacular Lupins at Lake Tekapo
October 31, 2012
Enhancing the natural beauty of the lake and mountain panoramas viewed from the Lake Tekapo village is the colourful annual display of Lupins. The Russel Lupins were introduced in the 1950’s by Connie Scott of the nearby high country station of Godley Peaks, when the… Read more
Unwind at the Lake Tekapo Hot Pools
September 3, 2012
Although the region is already famous for its stunning lake vistas and surrounding snow-capped mountains, Lake Tekapo has another gem hidden up its sleeve – Tekapo Springs. These natural Lake Tekapo hot pools range in temperature from thirty six to forty degrees Celsius, so you… Read more
Lake Tekapo Skiing in 2012
August 27, 2012
Surrounded by snowy peaks, Lake Tekapo skiing in 2012 is shaping up to be a great adventure getaway. The first of August brought a big dumping of snow to Roundhill Ski field, making the area perfect for hitting the slopes. Snow groomers have tamed the… Read more
Lake Tekapo International Dark Sky Reserve
August 20, 2012
One of the best things about Lake Tekapo’s scenic location is that it is far away from the lights and glows of the major towns in cities. The isolation and flat plains provide beautiful clear skies that offer unparalleled views of the stars and planets.… Read more
Lake Tekapo 2012 Winter Events
August 15, 2012
Lake Tekapo is famous for its stunning winter scenery and snowy peaks, and it has a range of activities to attract holiday makers of all ages during the colder months. Every year they create an exciting agenda, and the Lake Tekapo 2012 winter events are… Read more
