Aoraki Mount Cook National Park & Lake Tekapo Day Tour

Explore New Zealand's alpine landscapes on a shared van tour from Christchurch with an English-speaking guide. Ride between lakes and mountain scenery in a modern, air-conditioned Mercedes Sprinter, with self-guided hiking options in the national park.

• Explore the Hooker Valley Track on a mostly flat, 10 km walk taking 2–2.5 hours
• Tackle the Tasman Glacier Walk, a 2–2.5-hour hike with some uphill sections

Itinerary

1. Travel from Christchurch by van for 2 hours 20 minutes.
2. Pass through the Canterbury Plains.
3. Stop at Fairlie Bakehouse for 10 minutes.
4. Continue by van for 35 minutes.
5. Explore Lake Tekapo and the Church of the Good Shepherd during a 15-minute stop.
6. Ride by van for 45 minutes.
7. Stop at Lake Pukaki for 10 minutes.
8. Continue by van for 25 minutes.
9. Explore Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park for 2 hours 30 minutes.
10. Travel by van for 1 hour 10 minutes.
11. Stop at Lake Tekapo for 10 minutes.
12. Continue by van for 2 hours 8 minutes.
13. Stop in Rakaia for 10 minutes.
14. Ride by van for 45 minutes.
15. Return to Christchurch Bus Interchange at 20:00.

What's Included

• Van transport and English-speaking tour guide
• Bottled water and Kiwi snacks
• Onboard Wi-Fi and USB charging

Important details

• Ages 4+ only
• An intermediate fitness level is required
• This tour is not recommended if you have impaired physical mobility
• This activity is not wheelchair- or stroller-accessible
• Extra fees apply and are not included in the listed price; the source does not specify the amount
• The tour operates in all weather conditions except when roads are closed. Routes may change because of weather or traffic