Peppers Bluewater Resort, Lake Tekapo
Things To Do In The Area

Lake Tekapo provides excellent kayaking and rainbow and brown trout fishing, while the old village is steeped in mythology and rich High Country history. Tekapo is Maori for ‘night sleeping place’, and the lake itself boasts the clearest, darkest and most spectacular night sky in Aotearoa, ideal for a tramp up Mount John followed by a romantic twilight picnic.

Thrill seekers are sure to cover more terrain by mountain biking or horse riding before revitalising body and soul in the nearby Alpine Springs Health Spa and Hot Pool.

The Round Hill Ski Field and Winter Park are also a short drive from Peppers Bluewater Resort offering skiing, ice hockey, ice skating – even curling!

Alpine Springs and Winter Park

Imagine soaking in hot pools surrounded by snow under the magnificent clear night sky of the Southern Alps breathing in fresh alpine air and escaping into dreamtime. Follow with perhaps a long massage or mud wrap to soothe the aches and pains, or take to the ice and experience our new international sized outdoor ice rink. Partake in the old game of curling, hurling heavy stones down the ice trying not to spill your glass of port or Gluwein. For the more adventurous, try Ice Hockey or a sled or tube run down our snow slope adjacent to the ice rink.  www.alpinesprings.co.nz

Glacier Rock Gallery

Glacier Rock Gallery is located in Lake Tekapo at the heart of New Zealand's South Island and exhibits paintings of the South Island and City Scapes of Europe by Colin MacLaren.

Air Safaris

Air Safaris will take you on an unforgettable scenic flight tour of the spectacular Mount Cook and Westland World Heritage Parks. Explore the alpine wonderland of New Zealand's highest mountains, view mighty alpine glaciers and lush coastal rain forests. For more information visit www.airsafaris.co.nz 

Mt Cook Salmon Farm

The Tekapo Canal is renowned as the source of some of the best quality farmed salmon in the world. Visit the Mt Cook Salmon Farm located just 18 minutes from Tekapo township. Farm tours, feed the fish, and purchase the best fresh and smoked salmon product.

MacKenzie Alpine Horse Trekking

Enjoy a horseback ride through the tussock grasslands, glacial lakes and forests of the Mackenzie Country. Choose from a 1, 2 or 3.5 hour, full day or overnight trek. You will witness breathtaking views of Lake Tekapo and the Southern Alps. For more information visit www.maht.co.nz

Stargazing

Explore the wonders of the Southern Sky at the Mt John Observatory high above the breathtaking landscape of Lake Tekapo – where Earth meets Sky. Lake Tekapo has one of the most spectacular night skies in the world. Visitors from all over New Zealand and the world are amazed by the clarity and sheer number of stars visible to the naked eye during Lake Tekapo's night.

Canterbury University operates an astronomical observatory on top of Mt John, overlooking Lake Tekapo. The clear skies and low levels of local light pollution have helped astronomers put Mt John observatory on the international map with observations and discoveries of the southern sky.

The Original Jet Boat Company

Over 50 years after its development you can experience the thrill of a ride in a near original restored Hamilton jet boat. Mark and Jane Morgan are keeping the heritage alive on the blue waters of Lake Tekapo. Come on a journey of discovery and enjoy the breathtaking scenery of this pristine alpine lake.  For more information visit www.originaljetboat.co.nz

The Church of the Good Shepherd

The Church was built to the glory of God as a memorial to the pioneers of the Mackenzie Country. Congregations of the three main Churches worship regularly in the Church, which offers awe inspiring views of the lake and mountains through the altar window. The Church of the Good Shepherd is interdenominational and services are held regularly throughout the year. Weddings and baptisms can be conducted by arrangement with the clergy.

Round Hill Skifield

Roundhill Ski Area provides the perfect setting for a relaxing day skiing or snowboarding on our gentle, undulating hill. It's all about fun, sun and snow at Roundhill! Come and enjoy skiing and snowboarding lessons for all levels, smooth trails for beginners and intermediate skiers, terrain park, boxes, rails and jumps for skiers and snowboarders with all day sun on immaculately groomed slopes.  www.roundhill.co.nz