
Lake Pukaki: The Bluest Lake in New Zealand
You’ll drive around the shores of Lake Pukaki when driving between Lake Tekapo and Mount Cook (or between Twizel and Mount Cook) and if you’re lucky enough to strike it on a nice day you’ll be blown away by how blue it is. It’s a surreal place to see and

Church of the Good Shepherd, Lake Tekapo
Tekapo, a small town on the edge of the lake with the same name, is home to one of New Zealand’s most iconic churches. Why is the Church of the Good Shepherd so popular? Is it overrated? Should they move the car par to allow for better photos? I travelled

Hot Pools in Lake Tekapo: Relaxing at Tekapo Springs
Lake Tekapo, the tiny town with an old stone church by the lake of the same name, is the perfect place to relax after hiking in the Mount Cook / Mackenzie Basin region. After a long day of hiking it’s hard to beat a relaxing soak in the Tekapo Springs

Stargazing in Lake Tekapo: The Mount John Observatory Tour
In small town New Zealand there generally isn’t much to do when the sun goes down. That’s not the case for Tekapo though, as it sits in New Zealand’s (and the Southern Hemisphere’s) only dark sky reserve, meaning it’s ideal for stargazing. Earth and Sky invited us to do the

Coffee with a View at Mount John Observatory, Tekapo
Mount John Observatory is the ultimate lazy person’s viewpoint. You can drive right up to the café at the top of the mountain and from there you can see 360-degree views of the stunning surrounds, including lakes, mountains and the little town of Tekapo. It’s one of the best things

Hiking the Peninsula Walkway, Tekapo
Lake Tekapo, with its characteristic blue water and mountain surrounds, is one of the top scenic spots in the Canterbury High Country. The views from the stony beach in front of town are nice, but to really see the beauty of this area you’ll need to head a little further