Title: Visit Tekapo: Best of Tekapo Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Tekapo](https://expedia.ca/Tekapo-Hotels.d553248635975858448.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Tekapo](https://expedia.ca/Tekapo-Vacation-Rentals.d553248635975858448.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Tekapo Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Tekapo.d553248635975858448.Car-Rental-Guide)[Tekapo Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Tekapo.d553248635975858448.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Tekapo ## Travel Guide ![Even though it was a bit cloudy it was quite impressive to see the sunset light effects on the changing landscape from the Astro Cafe in the Mt John Observatory.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975858448/4a646921-d13e-4164-b4dd-452359c09dd5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Even though it was a bit cloudy it was quite impressive to see the sunset light effects on the changing landscape from the Astro Cafe in the Mt John Observatory.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975858448/4a646921-d13e-4164-b4dd-452359c09dd5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sunset stone skipping #springfun ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975858448/8d51bcd3-f4e7-401e-b13a-fb0f41e07bf2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Just after you've passed through Tekapo, or just before you get to Tekapo depending on what way you're driving, you'll have the opportunity to turn down a road that leads you here. This is the view from the Astro Cafe set at the top of Mount John with stunning views of Lake Tekapo and the Southern Alps. It does cost $8 to drive up to the observatory, but when you're presented with views like this, then it becomes a bit of a no brainer.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975858448/4e1cd1f9-52c1-46b9-bdb1-ef89ca9f3f63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Part of the South Island Hydro Electricity scheme these canals are a great place to fish for salmon and trout. It runs between Lake Tekapo and Lake Pukaki and if you can't catch a fish you can go to the local fish farm and buy one.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975858448/6bacbe18-a93c-422d-8ae1-6e101143af1c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Tekapo Things to do - Tekapo Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Tekapo ![Peppers Bluewater Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2840000/2838200/2838173/600a6ce2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Peppers Bluewater Resort State Highway 8 Lake Tekapo CA $295 CA $339 total Mar 10 - Mar 11 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8/10 Very Good! (3,277 reviews) Nice apartments Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F03%2F2026&endDate=11%2F03%2F2026&selected=2838173&PinnedHotelID=2838173&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975858448) ![Haka House Lake Tekapo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4930000/4922100/4922068/41170129_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Haka House Lake Tekapo 5 Motuariki Lane Lake Tekapo Canterbury CA $373 CA $429 total Mar 4 - Mar 5 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hostel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Tekapo Springs and Maclaren Footbridge are located ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (393 reviews) Clean rooms, warm hospitality, very convenient location, good securities. Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F03%2F2026&endDate=05%2F03%2F2026&selected=4922068&PinnedHotelID=4922068&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975858448) ![Skyrim Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84180000/84173600/84173536/5c2b8b1e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Skyrim Lodge 11 Jimmys Lane Lake Tekapo CA $1,001 CA $1,192 total Feb 17 - Feb 18 includes taxes & fees Stay at this vacation home in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and satellite TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 9/10 Wonderful! (308 reviews) Great apartment, beds are comfortable. But the shower Is very small and hard to turn around. A bit pricey. Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=17%2F02%2F2026&endDate=18%2F02%2F2026&selected=84173536&PinnedHotelID=84173536&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975858448) [See all 465 properties in Tekapo](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635975858448) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Peppers Bluewater Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2840000/2838200/2838173/600a6ce2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Peppers Bluewater Resort State Highway 8 Lake Tekapo Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8/10 Very Good! (3,277 reviews) Nice apartments Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Lake-Tekapo-Hotels-Peppers-Bluewater-Resort.h2838173.Hotel-Information) ![Skyrim Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84180000/84173600/84173536/5c2b8b1e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Skyrim Lodge 11 Jimmys Lane Lake Tekapo Stay at this vacation home in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and satellite TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 9/10 Wonderful! (308 reviews) Great apartment, beds are comfortable. But the shower Is very small and hard to turn around. A bit pricey. Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Lake-Tekapo-Hotels-Skyrim-Lodge.h84173536.Hotel-Information) ![Pinewood Motels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12350000/12346100/12346054/ad0a109c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Pinewood Motels 25 Mount Cook Road Fairlie South Canterbury Stay at this aparthotel in Fairlie. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (469 reviews) Super clean, perfect space, lots a room to move around and get organized. Friendly check in Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Fairlie-Hotels-Pinewood-Motels.h12346054.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Tekapo](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248635975858448&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Tekapo hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975858448&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10)[Feb 9 - Feb 10](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975858448&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975858448&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11)[Feb 10 - Feb 11](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975858448&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11) [This weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975858448&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[Feb 13 - Feb 15](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975858448&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975858448&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026)[Feb 20 - Feb 22](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975858448&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Mount John Observatory featuring a river or creek, tranquil scenes and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6239366/a6ed96e8-977d-41b3-aa7a-ccb499733a31.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount John Observatory 4/5(7 reviews) Take an evening tour to see the wonders of the night sky or visit during the day to enjoy the stunning views of Lake Tekapo and the surrounding mountains. [](https://expedia.ca/Mount-John-Observatory-Tekapo.d6239366.Vacation-Attraction) ![Roundhill Ski Area featuring snow and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6241344/1586366c-7d87-4329-b093-57642bbb90c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Roundhill Ski Area Spend the day discovering this ski field above Lake Tekapo, which provides beginner-friendly runs alongside the steepest vertical drop in the country. [](https://expedia.ca/Roundhill-Ski-Area-Tekapo.d6241344.Vacation-Attraction) #### Mount John Lookout 5/5(1 review) You can learn about the history of Tekapo with a trip to Mount John Lookout. Stroll along the lakeside in this quaint area, or check out its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Mount-John-Lookout-Tekapo.d6113034.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Lake Tekapo: Stargazing Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48201909/2028f929-f840-495a-b615-c156173771a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lake Tekapo: Stargazing Experience CA $99 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/lake-tekapo-stargazing-experience.a48201909.activity-details) ![Mt John Observatory](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45272584/e3a9a52a-bd29-452a-9de7-590476980733.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount John Observatory Stargazing Experience, Tekapo CA $185 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/mount-john-observatory-stargazing-experience.a45272584.activity-details) ![Shared Stargazing Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48436745/96547a64-22ce-4f85-81d5-5dda3220fca3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chameleon Stargazing Shared Tour CA $99 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/chameleon-stargazing-shared-tour.a48436745.activity-details) ![45-Minute Mount Cook Ski Plane and Helicopter Combo Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1301592/946f1192-8ca7-4884-abdb-1057db1f69f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 45-Minute Mount Cook Ski Plane and Helicopter Combo Tour CA $470 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/45-minute-mount-cook-ski-plane-and-helicopter-combo-tour.a1301592.activity-details) ![Dark Sky Indoor Maori Cultural Astronomy Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45275762/198a2d64-c3d3-4f94-a0f2-ab829d995495.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dark Sky Indoor Maori Cultural Astronomy Experience CA $50 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/dark-sky-indoor-maori-cultural-astronomy-experience.a45275762.activity-details) ![Tasman Glacier Heli-hike](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45268762/6d863f25-aaed-4bc0-8b67-a1684f4206db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Adventurer: Tasman Glacier Heli-hike CA $757 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/the-adventurer-tasman-glacier-heli-hike.a45268762.activity-details) [See all activities in Tekapo](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Tekapo.d553248635975858448.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Tekapo ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2390/aad18e3f-97c5-4f0a-921c-6e8bd9bb204a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Mount Cook ![Lake Tekapo which includes mountains, a lake or waterhole and wild flowers](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55352/9626f0bc-adb8-4e57-beb7-ed13002647f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Lake Tekapo ![Lake Pukaki which includes snow, mountains and a lake or waterhole](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113036/c7b687e1-785a-440a-97c0-fc9d3175f575.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Pukaki - Cities near Tekapo - Places of interest [Mount Cook](https://expedia.ca/Mount-Cook.dx2390)[Lake Tekapo](https://expedia.ca/Lake-Tekapo.dx55352)[Pukaki](https://expedia.ca/Pukaki.dx6304376) - [Mount Cook National Park ](https://expedia.ca/Mount-Cook-National-Park-Mount-Cook.d6139475.Vacation-Attraction) - [Lake Pukaki ](https://expedia.ca/Lake-Pukaki-Canterbury.d6113036.Vacation-Attraction) - [Tekapo Springs ](https://expedia.ca/Tekapo-Springs-Lake-Tekapo.d6239359.Vacation-Attraction) - [Church of the Good Shepherd ](https://expedia.ca/Church-Of-The-Good-Shepherd-Lake-Tekapo.d6113030.Vacation-Attraction) - [Sheepdog Statue ](https://expedia.ca/Sheepdog-Statue-Lake-Tekapo.d6224009.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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