Destination Tekapo

Tekapo brings the best of both worlds together, and then some.

Aromantic hotspot for couples’ getaways or date escapes, with activities and family entertainment to suit any age, Tekapo caters to every type of holiday.

New developments and investments in the area have seen tourism in Tekapo soar, becoming a destination dream for local and international tourists alike. From the beautiful resorts that overlook the lake to the area’s icons, such as the Church of the Good Shepherd, Tekapo’s ‘Eiffel Tower’, it has everything necessary for a heavenly trip only three hours south-west from Christchurch.

Wake up to the calm, glistening water of Lake Tekapo on fresh mornings as you sip coffee from your balcony. Picture crisp evenings sampling the local delicacies while moonlight dances on the lake and the mountains encompass you. In between, experience all that Tekapo has to offer. Test your physical abilities in the Race Tekapo challenge and relax with a wellness retreat or soak in the hot pools afterwards. Experience delectable cuisine, boutique galleries and shopping, and magnificent views and sightseeing, all nestled in one quaint township.

Popular attractions, interspersed with locally-known and kept gems. Stays that are opulent yet intimate, and food that provides international authenticity with a Kiwi twist. With so much to enjoy in Tekapo, one trip will never be enough.

See
Metropol suggests a visit to each tourist hotspot while searching further into the local attractions that give you the original Tekapo experience. Attend the Saturday markets, find tours, bush walks, and scenic spots that suit your group, and always have a camera handy.

Whether a thrill seeker or calm catcher, Tekapo and its serene surroundings have activities and attractions to match up. Stargaze, sightsee, and soak up all that Tekapo brings to treat the senses.

Stay
Whatever kind of visitor you are, and however many companions you bring, Tekapo has the holiday home to suit. From cosy cottages to expansive baches, homes tucked away to those with prime views of the lake, find accommodation in abundance.

Luxurious yet homey, each stay feels intimate, surrounded by the welcoming aura of the lake and its locals. You might even notice yourself tempted to scour the real estate scene and invest in a bach, or relocate entirely, after the magnificent stay Tekapo serves.

Savour
When it comes to food, Tekapo has range. Boasting a plethora of cuisines available at gorgeous eateries and restaurants beneath the mountains, with sublime views that make every bite even more delicious.

Between inviting cuisine from Japanese to Italian, and hearty Kiwi fare, each dish is made with local produce by culinary maestros. Taste new flavours and combinations at each meal during your stay, and please every palate.