• Tekapo Adventures requires the full names of every passenger travelling on the tour – please advise at time of booking

Things don’t always work out, so enjoy peace of mind knowing that the following cancellation options are available to you.

• From 1 day before your chosen date, onwards - Non-refundable
• Up to 7 days after purchase (and at least 1 day before your chosen date) - 100%
• Bookings cancelled more than 24 hours prior to departure date will incur no cancellation fee
• Bookings cancelled within 24 hours of departure date, late arrivals and no-shows will incur a 100% cancellation fee

Changes to Booking

24 hours’ notice is required to change a booking you have made

• Casual and comfortable clothing
• Stable footwear
• Warm jacket
• Hat and sunglasses
• Camera

Every day

Availability:

• Available from June – September: Every day: Departs 10am; returns 1pm (approximately)
• Available from October – June: Every day: Departs: 1pm; returns 4pm (approximately)
• Not valid: Public holidays
• Bookings valid to 1 July 2026
• Pick-Up Point: Aotea Gifts Parking Lot, State Highway 8, Lake Tekapo 7945, New Zealand
• Please ensure you are at your pick-up location no later than the scheduled departure time. Late arrivals and no-shows voids offer

Important:

• Meals and souvenirs are not included in the tour. Any excess amount must be paid directly to vendors
• This tour includes light walking so stable footwear is recommended
• Please allow up to three hours for this tour
• Tekapo Adventures requires the full names of every passenger travelling on the tour
• Participants must advise if they have any physical conditions or concerns that may affect their safety or enjoyment of the tour
• This is not a self-drive tour
• Transfers are not included

Terms & Conditions:

• Wildife sightings are by their nature, wild, and therefore cannot be guaranteed
• Itinerary is subject to change depending on availability, weather and road conditions. Tekapo Adventures reserves the right to amend tour times and itineraries as circumstances, time of year, and operational reasons require
• Tekapo Adventures reserves the absolute right to decline to accept or retain any person as a member of a tour
• There will be no refunds for delays incurred due to mechanical failure, accident, weather or any other unforeseen circumstances
• Participants are responsible for their property while on tour. No responsibility is accepted for loss or damage to personal property
• Participants must follow all reasonable instructions given by staff before, during and after the tour. Participants are responsible for their safety and wellbeing during the tour and must act responsibly during any given tour
• Minimum group numbers apply for tours to proceed. Tekapo Adventures reserves the right to cancel a departure should the minimum number not be met

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

Tekapo Adventures

A small, family-owned business, Tekapo Adventures is fuelled by a deep passion for the wonders of the beautiful Mackenzie Country Wilderness. Founded by a Kiwi Canadian avid adventurer couple, the company operates exciting 4WD and hiking tours around some of New Zealand’s most incredible landscapes.

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