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Mount Cook Private Day Tour through Lake Tekapo from Christchurch

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13 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Kiwi Adventures is a New Zealand-based tour and travel company specializing in creating memorable travel experiences. Let’s explore New Zealand's Tallest Peak, Aoraki/Mount Cook’s Māori Significance, Tasman Glacier – New Zealand's Largest Glacier, Unique Flora and Fauna, Mountaineering History, Icebergs and Ice Caves, Panoramic Helicopter Flights, Photographer’s Paradise, beautiful lakes (Lake Tekapo & Lake Pukaki) and Lavender farm.

What's Included

  • Professional Driver
  • Clean and comfortable vehicle
  • Meet & Greet
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Lunch
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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point
Pickup details

Outside Christchurch Central Library opposite Cathedral Church Christchurch

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Meeting point

Cathedral Square
Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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Start Time • Daily 7:00 AM

What To Expect

Geraldine

Geraldine will be out first stop after starting our journey from Christchurch for a refreshment break(Coffee/Toilet Break)
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Fairlie

Fairlie is a small town located in the South Island of New Zealand. It serves as a gateway for travellers heading to the Mount Cook. The Fairlie Bakehouse is a renowned bakery in New Zealand.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Lake Tekapo

Lake Tekapo, the most picturesque destinations, located in the heart of the South Island. Known for its vibrant turquoise waters, stunning alpine scenery, popular spot for nature lovers and adventurer. The Best Things to Do in Tekapo -Visit the Church of the Good Shepherd. -Snap a Photo of the Sheep dog Memorial. -Soak in the Tekapo Springs. -Stargaze in the Dark Sky Reserve. -Hike Mt John Summit Track. -Visit the Mt John University Observatory. -Take on the Cowans Hill Walkway. -Enjoy the Pines Beach Walk.
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Lake Pukaki

Lake Pukaki is another stunning glacial lake. It's renowned for its dazzling turquoise waters, panoramic views, Scenic Drives & Photography and its proximity to Mount Cook, highest peak in New Zealand. The views of Mt Cook are truly spectacular. The blue (turquoise) colour is due to fine silt particles, or glacial flour, in the water. This is a result of glacial erosion. The silt is so fine it does not settle to the bottom quickly, remaining in suspension in the lake water.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tasman Glacier

Best spot for scenic photography of Tasman Glacier point view. Enjoy the 1 hour easy-going walk - don't forget your camera! (Glacier is in distance behind a lake) PLEASE NOTE: This is one option on how you can spend your time while at Mt Cook on this tour. If delays occur during your tour you may not be able to complete the whole track.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Hooker Valley Track

The track at dawn gives you a view of the first rays of the sun creeping over the Southern Alps, including over New Zealand's highest peak, Aoraki/Mount Cook.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mt. Cook Village

Mt Cook, the tallest mountain in New Zealand, helped Sir Edmund Hillary to develop his climbing skills in preparation for the conquest of Everest. Muller Hut Route is temporarily closed for day walkers. If you have booked to stay at Mueller Hut, you may still use the track and hut. Mount Cook village is the key entry point to Aoraki Mount Cook National Park — several short walks and overnight hikes start from the village. It's also well worth visiting for the pristine night sky, and other activities such as boat tours and heli hikes to the Tasman Glacier and Hike the Hooker Valley track. Go on a scenic flight. Spend the night at the Mueller Hut. Go Skydiving over the Southern Alps. See the Tasman Glacier.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Lake Tekapo

Lake Tekapo-We stop briefly to use the toilets and you can hopefully catch a gorgeous sunset photo of Lake Tekapo and the Church of the Good Shephard.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Geraldine

We stop briefly to use the toilets and buy coffee/water
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Christchurch Botanic Gardens (Pass By)

Back to Christchurch and drop off all customer to their location.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Mount Cook Private Day Tour through Lake Tekapo from Christchurch?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Clean and comfortable vehicle
  • Meet & Greet
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  • Specalized Guide
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Lunch

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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