Mackenzie District Travel Guide

Canterbury

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Popular cities in Mackenzie District

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Lake Tekapo
Known for Lakes, Churches and Small town
Take in awe-inspiring views of rugged mountains by day and dazzling stars by night at the township on the edge of this magnificent glacial lake.

Reasons to visit

  • Tekapo Springs
  • Church of the Good Shepherd
  • Sheepdog Statue
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Mount Cook
Known for Mountains, Bars and Small town
Explore quaint Mount Cook: its mountain views, hiking, kayaking and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Aoraki / Mount Cook
  • Mount Cook National Park
  • Hooker Valley Track
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Tekapo
Explore attractions like Mount John Observatory and Lake Tekapo as you discover things to see and do in Tekapo.

Reasons to visit

  • Mount John Observatory
  • Roundhill Ski Area
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Twizel
Known for Friendly people, Lakes and Walking
Base yourself at this convenient South Island stopover town to take a scenic flight over a glacier, see movie-set landscapes and get active in alpine wonderlands.
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Fairlie
Known for Friendly people, Lakes and Small town
Explore relaxing Fairlie: its lake views, snowboarding, adventures and more!
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Pukaki
Known for Lakes, Scenery and Friendly people
Pukaki is calling! Discover its lake views, stargazing, university life and more.
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Aoraki / Mount Cook

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Explore the great outdoors at Aoraki / Mount Cook and enjoy the stunning glacier views during your trip to Mount Cook. Wander the lakeside in this quaint area.
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