Pukaki

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A mountain range with snow-capped peaks and a calm blue lake in the foreground.
A blue and white van parked on a gravel road with a scenic view of a lake and mountains in the background.
A lake with mountains in the background.
A turquoise lake with a rocky shoreline and snow-capped mountains in the background.
A blue and white van parked on a gravel road with a scenic view of a lake and mountains in the background.
You’ll be gobsmacked by the shocking blue of beautiful Lake Pukaki.

It's the fine rock particles flowing into Lake Pukaki from neighbouring glaciers that are the reason for its magical blue colour, a phenomenon that both selfie-snappers and expert photographers will want to capture. The snow-capped mountain peaks surrounding the lake amp up the wow factor of this incredible beauty spot. To appreciate the scope of Pukaki’s natural wonders, take a dip in the chilly waters, cycle or walk the track that loops around the lake, or get a view from above during a scenic flight.

Pukaki Air Lodge

Pukaki Air Lodge

3 out of 5
10 Avro Ave, Pukaki Airfield, SH 8 Pukaki Canterbury
Stay at this guesthouse in Pukaki. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Twizel Town Centre and Mueller Ridge are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (88 reviews)
"Pukaki Air Lodge is the most unique lodging I've ever seen. It is a hotel that comes with an airplane hangar and two aircraft in it. In the morning, the view of Mount Cook across the airport runway was magnificent. The owner-managers were very helpful; the room and bed were comfortable; the kitchen ..."

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2026

Pukaki Air Lodge
Lakestone Lodge

Lakestone Lodge

5 out of 5
4589 Tekapo – Twizel Hwy Pukaki
The price is RM2,870 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
RM2,870
RM3,301 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury lodge in Pukaki. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Lake Pukaki Information Center and NZ Alpine Lavender ...
10/10 Exceptional! (56 reviews)
"Incredible place on the stunning Lake Pukaki with views directly across the lake to Aoraki/Mt Cook. Sunrise and sunset just stunning. We licked out with the weather. The night sky experience was fantastic. Expensive, meals included, and worth every cent."

Reviewed on 12 May 2026

Lakestone Lodge
Lakes Edge Lodge

Lakes Edge Lodge

1 out of 5
2 Lakeside Dr Lake Tekapo Canterbury Region
The price is RM519 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
RM519
RM597 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Tekapo Springs and Mt John Summit Experience are ...
Lakes Edge Lodge
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

Peppers Bluewater Resort

4.5 out of 5
State Highway 8 Lake Tekapo
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very good! (3,436 reviews)
"Views and natural light from our corner room was fabulous. Very convenient location for walking to Lake Tekapo village. Fantastic value and experience. The only negative - parking near the unit was a bit of a challenge later in the day."

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2026

Peppers Bluewater Resort
Skyrim Lodge

Skyrim Lodge

3 out of 5
11 Jimmys Lane Lake Tekapo
Stay at this holiday home in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and satellite TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (365 reviews)
"Random location with shipping container as our view. Tiny bathroom and no outdoor furniture for the small deck, which also had no privacy screen from neighbours. Clean and comfortable but expensive, no view and not particularly close to town. Good communication from hosts regarding check in with ..."

Reviewed on 12 Nov 2026

Skyrim Lodge
Mantra Lake Tekapo

Mantra Lake Tekapo

4 out of 5
1 Beauchamp Place Lake Tekapo
Stay at this aparthotel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Tekapo Springs and Cowans Hill Walkway are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (732 reviews)
"Lovely home with a ton of amenities. Heated bathroom floors and bathroom heaters! And the location was great. So close to the town."

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026

Mantra Lake Tekapo
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.

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