Scenic 4WD Tour Lake Tekapo Backcountry

Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours

Mobile ticket

Explore Tekapo's backcountry wilderness on a Scenic 4WD Tour, offering private access into some of The Mackenzie's most beautiful High Country Stations. Discover the best scenery & landscapes within Lake Tekapo & Lake Pukaki / Mackenzie area. You'll explore impressive natural beauty beyond Tekapo lakefront for unique photography opportunities, educational commentary and an incredible High Country experience situated in the heart of New Zealand's iconic scenery.

• Remote Backcountry 4WD High Country Station Tour through Braemar Station

• Stunning and unique views of Mt Cook & Mt Tasman, The Main Divide & Lake Pukaki & The Ben Ohau Mountains

• Breathtaking scenery of New Zealand’s most impressive landscapes

• Educational information on the area’s unique landforms & species & ecology within The Mackenzie

• Feed farm animals such as Sheep, Angus Cattle & Red Deer

• Refreshments & Snacks

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Light refreshments

Professional guide

GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points

Snacks

Live commentary on board

Coffee and/or Tea

Gratuities

What To Expect

Lake Tekapo

Explore the breathtaking beauty of Lake Tekapo's backcountry by Scenic 4WD Tour in the ultimate off road vehicle of a Land Rover Defender. Meet your professional 4WD Guide right in Lake Tekapo township. Hop on board for a beautiful scenic tour through the stunning Mackenzie backcountry. This 3 hour scenic tour offers guests the opportunity to access private and remote High Country Stations, providing some of the best scenery and landscapes within the beautiful Mackenzie Country, you wouldn't other wise be able to access on your own. Don't miss this highlight experience on your tour in New Zealand !

3 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Aoraki Mount Cook National Park (Te Wahipounamu)

Explore remote lookouts and private high country wilderness surrounding Lake Pukaki's mountains and glaciers.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Options

900 AM Tour

Tour departs at 900 AM

Reviews

4.93

75 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Outstanding guide to Case Valley with detailed tips, stunning photos, and engaging commentary. They made our day !
Pioneer42124184744,
Jan 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Outstanding guide to Case Valley with detailed tips, stunning photos, and engaging commentary. A must-have if you visit lake Tekapo
Informative and some...
Byron C,
Jan 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Informative and some incredible sights. Chris was a great guide, highly recommend, you won’t regret.
Must Do While In Lake Tekapo
OnAir59112670356,
Jan 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My wife & I had an amazing time on the Scenic 4WD Tour through the Cass Valley! Incredible experience & amazing staff. The staff was incredibly knowledgeable about the area which made the experience all that more memorable.
Excellent 4WD Tour
Rachel H,
Dec 1, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Knowledgeable guides, great vistas, rare birds and beautiful wildlife. Great to get to see the backcountry and go where you wouldn't be able to access on your own.
Excellent 4WD Adventure
589RachelH,
Dec 1, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Amazing trip and great views. Informative and friendly guide with lots of experience. Great to see the farmlands and so much wildlife. Incredible views and lots of fun and even spotted some very rare birds.
Something for everyone.
Theresa L,
Nov 22, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We weren't sure what to expect, but it ended up being tons of fun. Christina was an amazing guide, very knowledgeable about the area, wildlife, and floral and fauna. Would highly recommend to families as we all enjoyed the tour!
Cass Valley & Himalayan Tahr
Kauri2507,
May 4, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Surpassed our expectations. Was our 40th wedding anniversary, so very similar haha! Ben’s driving skills impeccable as is his eyesight- always amazes me when locals see something that I swear is not there, so I will google a picture next time. Had beautiful mountain water and Ben was patient and answered questions he probably gets hundreds of times. Cass Valley and farm was so interesting being a generational farm. From Mountains to braided rivers Wasn’t rushed. If you are wavering, just go. Worth every cent and remember your camera. the ride isn’t scary or challenging if you’re a nervous nelly Thank you
Four of us from western rural NSW Australia
garybI7222CG,
Apr 19, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
An amazing experience that exceeded all our expectations. Admittedly we were blessed with a beautiful clear day that perfectly showcased the magnificent and diverse scenery. The terrain was rugged but handled perfectly by our host in her trusty 4WD. Christina seemed to relish her role and was a wealth of knowledge while also engaging in exchange of information and friendly banter with our group. Would have no hesitation in recommending to anyone seeking this type of experience.
Forget Planes, Trains and Automobiles… this covers more in three hours!
leee59,
Mar 15, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Outstanding adventure, loved it. Comfy vehicle that didn’t disappoint. Lakes, huts, homesteads and of corse that Whittakers choccie!
Nice View enroutre
RAJESH D,
Mar 11, 2024
- Review from Viator
4.00
It was very nice. Attached photos will speak better. Ben was nice. Only one request, more getting down from vehicles for photos opp will be more satisfying.