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Top 17 Things To Do in Lake Tekapo

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#1Admission to Tekapo Springs Hot Pools

Pamper yourself with a day of relaxation, rejuvenation, and wellness at the famous Tekapo Springs. Breathe in the fresh mountain air, take in the gorgeous sc...

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$12
per traveler
Admission to Tekapo Springs Hot Pools

#2Tekapo Springs Pools with Steam & Sauna Access

Dip your toes in the waters of Tekapo Springs' steaming pools, cool off in refreshing outdoor fountains, and relax in misty steam rooms and sweat-inducing sa...

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$22
per adult
Tekapo Springs Pools with Steam & Sauna Access

#3Full-Day Christchurch to Queenstown Tour with Lake Tekapo & Mount Cook

Immerse yourself in New Zealand's alpine mountains, glacier lakes, and fertile countryside on a day tour that takes you from Christchurch to Queenstown. Befo...

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$206
per adult
Full-Day Christchurch to Queenstown Tour with Lake Tekapo & Mount Cook

#4Half-Day Sheep Farm Tour

Breathe in the fresh air of the New Zealand countryside. Drive through picturesque landscape on your way to a working sheep farm. Enjoy a live sheep-shearing...

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$80
per adult
Half-Day Sheep Farm Tour

#5Mount Cook Day Tour: Christchurch to Queenstown

Soak up all the majestic beauty and grandeur of the Southern Alps on this sightseeing daytrip to Mount Cook. Pass by the glowing waters of Lake Tekapo, enjoy...

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$206
per adult
Mount Cook Day Tour: Christchurch to Queenstown

#6Full-Day Mount Cook National Park & Lake Tekapo Tour

Fringed by snow grass plains, opalescent glacial lakes, and snow-capped peaks, Mount Cook rises 12,218 feet (3,724 m) over the South Island. Spend a day jour...

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$248
per adult
Full-Day Mount Cook National Park & Lake Tekapo Tour

#7Mountain Scenic Spectacular with Landing

Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers are the fastest growing of any glaciers in the world. From above you can view and appreciate the incredible natural phenomenon, ...

$317
per adult
Mountain Scenic Spectacular with Landing

#8Full-Day Queenstown to Christchurch Tour with Lake Tekapo & Mount Cook

Embark on a journey from Queenstown to Christchurch that reveals a wealth of breathtaking alpine scenery in the New Zealand countryside. As you travel throug...

recommend70% of travelers recommend

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$175
per adult
Full-Day Queenstown to Christchurch Tour with Lake Tekapo & Mount Cook

#9Fox Glacier & Mount Cook Helicopter Flight

Fox Glacier, fed by four alpine glaciers and, at 13km, the longest of the West Coast glaciers. You’ll land on a snowfield surrounded by the glacial formation...

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$231
per adult
Fox Glacier & Mount Cook Helicopter Flight

#10Skydive Southern Alps

Discover the most dramatic landscape you can skydive over! Located a stunning 45min drive from Queenstown, including a scenic drive along the shores of Lake ...

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$191
per traveler
Skydive Southern Alps

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Things To Do In Lake Tekapo

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  • Lake Tekapo is popular among thrill seekers like yourself. In fact, many travelers have been visiting to learn about local culture and participate in the best activities, and most are already planning to come back. The top activities can catch the curiosity of even seasoned globetrotters, and it's easy to see why. Our collection includes a wide array of culturally themed tours and opportunities for fun. From Admission to Tekapo Springs Hot Pools, which offers the perfect way to wind down to unique ways to discover the best this area has to give like a Full-Day Mount Cook National Park, Lake Tekapo & Tasman Glacier Tour, there is a huge selection of possibilities to choose from when you consider all the activities available here at Expedia.

Our activities are the perfect way to organize your vacation. It takes a bit of planning to fully explore Lake Tekapo, especially when you long to include trips to museums and outdoor activities. And we realize you don't want to hunker down in your hotel room—you're excited to get out and take it all in. You can't wait to cover the most essential activities around, and a quiet day exploring local neighborhoods is an adventure all its own. Book professional regional tours on Expedia, and you'll learn all about the city's history along the way.