Pukaki

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Lake Pukaki featuring snow, a lake or waterhole and mountains
Lake Pukaki which includes a lake or waterhole and tranquil scenes
Lake Pukaki featuring a lake or waterhole
Lake Pukaki featuring a lake or waterhole
Lake Pukaki showing a lake or waterhole
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.

Lakestone Lodge

Lakestone Lodge

5 out of 5
4589 Tekapo – Twizel Hwy Pukaki
The price is RM2,256 per night from 4 Dec to 5 Dec
RM2,256
RM2,594 total
4 Dec - 5 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury lodge in Pukaki. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attraction Lake Pukaki Information Center is located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (51 reviews)
Outstanding dinner and personable attentive owners and staff. The private views from each room are stunning especially from the large bathtub.

Reviewed on 4 May 2025

Lakestone Lodge
Pukaki Air Lodge

Pukaki Air Lodge

3 out of 5
10 Avro Ave, Pukaki Airfield, SH 8, Twizel, Pukaki, Canterbury
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Pukaki. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Twizel Town Centre and Mueller Ridge are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (60 reviews)
Wonderful breakfast, able to use kitchen to make dinner and very quiet area

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025

Pukaki Air Lodge
Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo

5 out of 5
5 Motuariki Lane Lake Tekapo Canterbury
The price is RM1,068 per night from 4 Dec to 5 Dec
RM1,068
RM1,228 total
4 Dec - 5 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star hostel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Tekapo Springs and Maclaren Footbridge ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (351 reviews)
STUNNING location, stunning views. Great friendly staff. Clean room. Great vibes

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025

Haka House 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.
Peppers Bluewater Resort

Peppers Bluewater Resort

4.5 out of 5
State Highway 8 Lake Tekapo
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,227 reviews)
Stunning location! Cozy room. Lots of places to eat nearly.

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025

Peppers Bluewater Resort
Skyrim Lodge

Skyrim Lodge

3 out of 5
11 Jimmys Lane Lake Tekapo
Stay at this 3-star holiday home in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and satellite TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (281 reviews)
Great location, clean & welcoming, easy self check in process. Good facilities (stove, toaster etc). Great communication.

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025

Skyrim Lodge
The Huts at Lakes Edge

The Huts at Lakes Edge

1 out of 5
2 Lakeside Dr Lake Tekapo Canterbury
Stay at this campsite in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and housekeeping. Popular attractions Tekapo Springs and The Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
Great location. Modern cabin with view and great facilities. Easy check in. Walking distance to town, dining, lake, walking trails and springs.

Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025

The Huts at Lakes Edge
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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