Twizel Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)

Epic looking lake in the Mackenzie District

If someone asked me where is beautiful in New Zealand, Lake Pukaki is definitely going to be one of my answer! What makes the lake so beautiful is the bright turquoise water color, which under the correct lighting condition, will turn into a brilliant blue color. Combining the lake with the surround mountains, It is an absolute dream for landscape photographers like myself! If you are lucky, on a day of a good weather, you can even see New Zealand’s iconic mountain, Mount Cook from here! Getting here is a scenic drive 10 mins away from the town of Twizel. Carpark is also a stone throw away from the lake so it is really accessible for everyone! #momentssg #unforgettableexperiences #hiking #travelinspiration #naturalwonders

You can’t go wrong with this combination of mountain views and blue water. In the summer, Lake Pukaki is surrounded by fields of purple Lupines and is one of the most beautiful places on earth. #newzealandtravel #lakeview #unforgettableexperiences

At the largest certified organic Lavender fields in the southern hemisphere. The smell is just as impressive as the view!

We stumbled upon this lake by accident but it was really beautifull! The water was aqua blue and really clear - soo inviting to jump into it! When putting a finger in I noticed it was waaaay to cold 🥶

Mackenzie Country Hotel

The Mackenzie Country Hotel is a stopover on the way from Christchurch to Queenstown in New Zealand. The lakeside views along the way are truly eye-catching, with the tranquil blue waters and the sight of New Zealand's national emblem, the silver fern. The hotel features lawns, mushrooms, and an American pastoral style, and most importantly, it is located in the Mackenzie Basin - an International Dark Sky Reserve, at the foot of Mt Cook. Tonight, the Milky Way is almost parallel to the horizon, offering a moment to gaze at the stars and contemplate life, in the serenity of the exquisite night sky. Our room was on the ground floor, not small, and opening the floor-to-ceiling windows revealed a large yard. The dinner was also very good, with the steak being particularly outstanding, and the desserts were super authentic. The cleanliness was impeccable. wifi: The signal is strong near the reception, weaker further away. The facilities include heating, a washing machine, and a dryer. Check-in time: 14:00 to 20:00 / Check-out time: 07:30-10:00 Address: Mackenzie Country Hotel, Cnr Ostler & Wairepo Roads, PO Box 99

Lord of the Rings Walking Tour

#wheretogo This tour is suitable for the die hard fans of the Lord of the Rings. You get great joy in seeing where it was filmed and will enjoy the 4 hours walking tour. The scenery was just marvelous and absolutely stunning! We had fun with the costumes and props and taking loads of pictures. The walk was brilliant and well organised. Our guide was a LOTR expert and was passionate about her sharings of the books and movies with us and did a brilliant job of explaining the background of each location we visited.

There are two salmon farms, the shops of Mt Cook Alpine Salmon Farm are at the southernmost viewing point of Lake Pukaki, and the farm is not here, on the canal between Lake Tekapo and Lake Pukaki. Drive to the east bank of Lake Pukaki. There will be a canal connecting Pukkaji Lake and Lake Tekapo in the middle. You can see the farm as you continue along the canal. It turned out that the road next to the canal had been driving to Tekapo, but it has not passed. Another Salmon Farm High Country Salmon Farm is on the main road, from Twizel to Pukaki, just past Twizel, next to Lake Ruataniwha, you can see the big sign. The one on the canal side, called Chinook Salmon, is translated into fine-scale salmon. It is the same variety as the salmon in the sea near New Zealand. The main roadside is Atlantic Salmon, Atlantic salmon, and New Zealand's South Island freshwater lake. The variety. Comparing the two species, I prefer Chinook. What about the price? 1 kg of King salmon slices, 30NZD, mustard and soy sauce need to be purchased separately, but the taste is especially good. It wouldn't be possible to think of four people who had eaten one kilogram, but everyone couldn't stop it when they opened it. Killed the market in a few minutes.

A typical tourist stopover point when you are travelling to Lake Pukaki or Lake Tekapo from Queenstown or Wanaka. High Country Salmon are grown in the glacial waters of the Mackenzie Country hydro canals. The constant flow of pristine water makes our salmon firm in flesh, and mild on the palate. Not exactly the cheapest but definitely one of the freshest. Go try the sashimi if you are a raw fish lover. #newzealand #food #sashimi