Explore Mount Cook from Christchurch
Overview
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12 hours
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Travel by road on a full day tour from Christchurch to Mount Cook, Australasia's highest mountain. Along the way you'll pass through the spectacular scenery of the Canterbury Plains, view MacKenzie Basin, Lakes Tekapo and Pukari and Tasman Glacier. Stop at Tekapo for some picture-esque photos and travel onwards to the Mt Cook Heritage Village. Enjoy a lunch at the Hermitage Hotel. Morning and afternoon snacks are also included on your guided tour.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note Tasman Glacier viewing walk is subject to weather conditions on the day of travel which due to the mountains and altitude is very changeable. Should this walk not be available due to weather then the tour will visit the Mount Cook Edmund Hilary Center at the Hermitage
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
What‘s Included
Local guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Live commentary on board
Morning and afternoon tea
Gratuities (optional)
What To Expect
Lake Tekapo
You will travel by road to Mount Cook through the Canterbury Plains, foothills of the Southern Alps and the MacKenzie Basin. Your will make a short stop en route to the either the Kiwi Country or Tin Shed (an old shearing shed selling discount sweaters) or at Barkers (the largest fruit winery in NZ) for sampling of unique New Zealand products. You will then make a stop at the beautiful Lake Tekapo for morning tea and a photo opportunity.
Lake Pukaki
Continue on to Lake Pukaki which affords some incredible views of Mt Cook, New Zealand's highest mountain, on a clear day.
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Explore Mount Cook from Christchurch
Pickup included
Reviews
35 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Beautiful scenery
Linda H,
Mar 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was a wonderful trip and made even more enjoyable with our driver / guide, Jude. Beautiful scenery and fascinating to see the changes in a relatively short distance.
Great tour
Vivien S,
Mar 6, 2024
- Viator
5.00Our tour guild Jud was friendly and professional. If you only have one day and want to get a feeling of what it is like outside of the Christchurch, this is the trip for you. It was very relaxing and scenery was amazing.
A lot of driving, but...
Davdi B,
Jan 13, 2024
- Viator
4.00A lot of driving, but excellent views and courteous guide. Highly recommend for visits to the south island.
Breathtaking scenery
Rena L,
Sep 2, 2023
- Viator
5.00We loved our trip to Mount Cook and Lake Tekapo. The scenery was breath taking and there were lots of stops for photos. Our guide Jude was excellent and she ensured that all our preferences were catered for. A fabulous day. Thank you Jude
Mountains, Lakes, Glaciers Oh My!
OUITA B,
Jun 28, 2023
- Viator
5.00The surreal splendor of the mountains, lakes, glacier and farmlands was a fairytale. Our tour guide was a very nice man as well as a professional.
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