Lake Benmore Tours

Photo by Lydia Ward
Photo by Lydia Ward
Did you know just being around water can help you feel more relaxed? That's why you should plan a day trip to Lake Benmore. From the pretty views to the tranquil sounds of nature, this is a place where you'll find some peace.

This body of water is one of the best free attractions in Canterbury. But there's tons more to keep you busy in this area. If you'd love some ideas about where to go after Lake Benmore, we recommend Benmore Dam.

Plan a trip to see Lake Benmore

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Scenic Hotel Cotswold

Scenic Hotel Cotswold

4 out of 5
Merivale
per person
Oct 20 - Oct 26
found 23 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Sydney (SYD) to Christchurch (CHC)
8.4/10 Very Good! (701 reviews)
Great overnight stay lovely

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

Camelot Motor Lodge

Camelot Motor Lodge

3 out of 5
Merivale
per person
Oct 20 - Oct 26
found 6 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Sydney (SYD) to Christchurch (CHC)
8.2/10 Very Good! (724 reviews)
Motel staff were good to deal with. Room was quiet and clean.

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

Garden Hotel Christchurch

Garden Hotel Christchurch

3.5 out of 5
Shirley
per person
Oct 20 - Oct 26
found 23 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Sydney (SYD) to Christchurch (CHC)
8.2/10 Very Good! (540 reviews)
Great friendly staff

Reviewed on Apr 26, 2025

Popular places to visit

Hot Tubs Omarama

Hot Tubs Omarama

In this outdoor wellness center, relax in tubs of varying sizes and temperatures while enjoying unforgettable views of rugged cliffs and rolling hills.

Hot Tubs Omarama
Clay Cliffs featuring mountains, landscape views and a river or creek

Clay Cliffs

Wander among towering clay pinnacles and explore the narrow ravines in this remarkable geological formation on a private property near Omarama.

Clay Cliffs
Wrinkly Rams

Wrinkly Rams

You can find out about the history of Omarama when you stop by Wrinkly Rams. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

Wrinkly Rams
Autumn reflection ~~

Lake Ruataniwha

Explore the great outdoors at Lake Ruataniwha, a lovely green space in Twizel. Discover the mountain views and spas in this quaint area.

Lake Ruataniwha
Another amazingly blue body of water. New Zealand is spectacular!! #blue

Lake Pukaki Information Center

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Lake Pukaki Information Center during your trip to Lake Pukaki. Stroll along this quaint area's lakeside, or simply enjoy its cafes.

Lake Pukaki Information Center
Lake Ohau

Lake Ohau

Ski and snowboard all winter and mountain bike and fish all summer in this beautiful lake region on New Zealand’s South Island.

Lake Ohau

Best Lodging Options Near Lake Benmore

Ahuriri Motels

Ahuriri Motels

2.5 out of 5
State Highway 83, Omarama
Ahuriri Motels
Waitaki Lakes Apartments

Waitaki Lakes Apartments

3 out of 5
2736 Otematata-Kurow Rd, Otematata, Canterbury
Waitaki Lakes Apartments
Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel

Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel

3 out of 5
State Highway 8, Omarama
Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel
Discovery Countrytime Hotel

Discovery Countrytime Hotel

2.5 out of 5
15 Airport Rd, Omarama
Discovery Countrytime Hotel
Sierra Motel

Sierra Motel

2.5 out of 5
8 Twizel-Omarama Road, Omarama, Otago
Sierra Motel
BigSky Motels

BigSky Motels

2 out of 5
52 Ahuriri Drive, Omarama, North Otago
BigSky Motels
Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park

Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park

3 out of 5
53 Freda Du Faur Avenue, Twizel
Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park
Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel

Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Cnr Ostler & Wairepo Roads, PO Box 99, Twizel
Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel
High Country Motel and Backpackers

High Country Motel and Backpackers

2.5 out of 5
23 Mackenzie Drive, Twizel
High Country Motel and Backpackers
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