Lake Tekapo
The unique milky blue hue, caused by the reflection of glacial rock powder at the lake bottom, creates an especially dreamy scene under clear skies.
The lakeside Church of the Good Shepherd, built with stone and featuring window frames like picture frames that perfectly capture the lake and mountain scenery, is a postcard-perfect photography spot.
Designated as an International Dark Sky Reserve, this area offers breathtaking views of the Milky Way at night, making it a sacred destination for stargazing.
Lake Pukaki
"Blue Lake Pukaki": The lake's color is more intense than Tekapo, resembling turquoise milk poured into the lake, creating an incredibly striking visual impact.
On clear days, the lake perfectly reflects Mount Cook, creating a breathtaking "symmetrical landscape" of mountains and water.
"The Lord of the Rings" filming location: The lake scenery featured as Rohan in the movie was shot here.
The Church of the Good Shepherd
Built in 1935 to commemorate early pioneers, it is one of New Zealand's most famous small chapels.
The stone masonry, wooden interiors, and lakeside windows create a serene and sacred scene, making it particularly ideal for sunrise and starry sky photography.
Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park
Home to New Zealand's highest peak, Mount Cook (3,754 meters), it is a sacred destination for mountaineering and hiking.
Easy hiking trail featuring glaciers, suspension bridges, and iceberg lakes along the way, culminating in a breathtaking frontal view of Mount Cook.
You can encounter wild rock parrots, edelweiss, and other alpine flora and fauna.
High Country Salmon Farm
Sourced from pristine glacial meltwater with low temperature and high dissolved oxygen, the farmed king salmon boasts firm and delicious flesh.
You can purchase fresh sashimi and smoked salmon on-site, or experience fish feeding to taste the freshness "from lake to tongue."
