Timaru - Lake Tekapo with Mt Cook Views | Scenic Day Tour

This is a small group sightseeing tour created for Cruise Ship Passengers arriving in Timaru.

This sightseeing tour journeys from the sea to the foothills to the mighty turquoise waters of Lake Tekapo. You'll also access a private sheep farm offering views of Mt Cook & Lake Pukaki and the impressive snow capped mountain and glaciers of Mt Cook.

Enjoy in depth local commentary on the outstanding natural landscapes of The Mackenzie Country, history and the unique geological processes that make this part of the South Island so breathtaking.

You’ll explore some of the finest scenery on this tour and also have time to explore Lake Tekapo for an hour at your leisure. Capture The Church of the Good Shepherd and grab lunch in town at your own expense. After lunch, you will be off on a backcountry road to explore some private viewpoints of Mt Cook & Lake Pukaki via a private sheep farm. The access we offer is totally exclusive and offers you the chance to view Mt Cook while being on a cruise ship! You’ll get some of the best views of Mt Cook on this wonderful day tour.

Capture the essence of this dramatic scenery by travelling with us and our charismatic driver guides, who will share with you the remarkable history, geology and stories of what makes the Mackenzie Country so special.

Please note this tour does require some driving and time in the van, as we cover some distance from the Port to the glaciers.