Explore Nature on a Full-Day Mount Cook Tour to Lake Tekapo with Lunch
Awaken your sense of adventure on a day trip through the stunning landscapes of New Zealand to admire Aoraki, also known as Mount Cook. Experience the majesty of New Zealand’s highest peak, then visit the renowned Lake Tekapo, famed for its crystal-clear waters against a mountainous backdrop. Find a picture-perfect spot at Hermitage in Mount Cook National Park to enjoy your packed lunch before returning to Christchurch. With self-guided hikes, passionate tour guides and more, there’s no better way to explore the South Island’s natural beauty!
Inclusions
- Valid for one child (4–14) or one adult (15+)
- Full-day Mount Cook tour via Lake Tekapo
- Fully guided tour (except self-guided walks)
- Bottled water
- Kiwi snacks
- Pre-ordered lunch from Fairlie bakehouse
- Tasman Glacier or Hooker Valley walk (optional, self-guided)
- On board commentary and Wi-Fi
- Available: Tuesday – Sunday: Departs from 6.25am; returns 8pm (approximately)
Itinerary Highlights:
- Canterbury Plains: Admire farmland as far as the eye can see, including crops, vineyards, dairy and livestock production
- Fairlie Bakehouse (10 mins): Pick up your lunch from this classic New Zealand farming town hidden away in Mackenzie
- Lake Tekapo/Church of the Good Shepherd (15 mins): See an alpine lake region like no other in the heart of Mackenzie and snap a picture at one of the most popular spots in the country
- Lake Pukaki (10 mins): This glacier-fed lake is unique compared to its alpine partners, where the colour can change from turquoise to dark blue depending on the weather conditions
- Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park (2.5 hours): Aoraki/Mt Cook is New Zealand’s highest peak. Choose to embark on either The Hooker Valley or The Tasman Glacier walk
- Hooker Valley: Walk alongside an ice-covered cliff face on the Hooker Valley track, one of the highest-rated day walks in New Zealand. (Please note: This walk takes 2.5–3 hours to complete. We cannot guarantee you will have enough time to complete this walk)
- Tasman Glacier: This track leads through the glacier’s old terminal moraines, and there you will find amazing views of the glacier, river, and lake
- Mt Cook Information Centre (DOC): Learn the history of the national park, ask questions and take a deep breath of crisp air
- At 2.30pm (approximately) your driver will collect you from your chosen destinations for the day to return towards Queenstown
- Lake Tekapo (10 mins): Stop briefly in Lake Tekapo for one last time to take those last-minute late-evening photos of the Church and the lake
- Christchurch: After what has been a simply beautiful day, you will head back to the Garden City
*Please note: Itinerary is subject to change. Times listed are approximate. Additional stops are taken into consideration for toilet breaks
Pricing & availability
Things to know
Things don’t always work out, so enjoy peace of mind knowing that the following cancellation options are available to you.
- Up to 1 day before your chosen date - 100%
- Up to 7 days after purchase - 100%
- Cancellations made more than 24 hours before tour departure date: no cancellation fees apply
- Cancellations within 24 hours of tour departure date, late arrivals and no-shows: 100% cancellation fee applies
- All changes and cancellations are subject to our standard Refund Policy
Changes to Booking
24 hours’ notice is required to change a booking you have made
Tuesday – Sunday
Availability:
- Available: Tuesday – Sunday: Departs from 6.25am; returns 8pm (approximately)
- Not valid: Monday
- Departure Point: Christchurch Bus Interchange (Intercity stop on Litchfield Street), Corner of Lichfield Street and Colombo Street Christchurch Central City 8011, New Zealand
- Additional selected pick-up points are available on request – please advise of your location at time of booking
Important:
- This experience is not appropriate for children aged 3 and under
- Please allow up to 13 hours for this experience, including travel time
- Drinks are not included. Any excess amount must be paid directly to the venue(s) visited
- The Hooker Valley walk and The Tasman Glacier walk portion of this tour is optional and not guided
- Hotel transfers are not included
Terms & Conditions:
- Itinerary is subject to change depending on availability, weather and road conditions
- Tour will proceed in wet weather conditions unless in the event of inclement weather that poses a health and safety risk for all. Cancellations are at the discretion of Cheeky Kea Tours
- Cheeky Kea Tours reserves the right to make changes to their itineraries or cancel any trip, including a guaranteed trip, at any time prior to departure if something beyond our control deems it necessary such as natural disasters, political instability, terrorism, weather, cultural conditions or other external events. Cheeky Kea Tours will be in touch with anyone affected as soon as possible
- No refund will be made if you voluntarily leave a trip for any reason. This includes refund of accommodation, transport, sightseeing, activities, meals or services not utilised
- Luggage limits apply per passenger: one large bag (max length + width + height of 158cm and no more than 23kg) and one day or a small bag (no more than 7kg). All luggage must be clearly labelled with the passenger’s name, address, contact details and destination. Cheeky Kea Tours has the right to refuse to take luggage if it does not meet the requirements
Please Note:
- Bookings for this offer are limited and subject to availability. Not valid with any other offer
- Entire value must be used in one visit; any unused portions will be forfeited, and cannot be used at a later date
Important:
- The destination you are travelling to may have health, insurance and vaccination requirements in place. Please ensure you stay up to date with any requirements prior to your visit
- We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Full terms and conditions are located on the terms and conditions page of our website
Cheeky Kea Tours
Embrace the Kiwi spirit with Cheeky Kea Tours, your 100% Kiwi tour company, exploring the enchanting South Island. Committed to sustainability, they’re proudly certified Zero Carbon Business Operations with Ekos. So whether you seek adrenaline-pumping escapades or serene journeys through New Zealand’s natural wonders, find your dream experience with their passionate guides!