Pukaki

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A mountain range with snow-capped peaks and a calm blue lake in the foreground.
A turquoise lake surrounded by green forest and mountains.
A turquoise lake with rocky shores, snow-capped mountains in the distance, and a clear blue sky.
A blue and white van parked on a gravel road with a scenic view of a lake and mountains in the background.
A turquoise lake surrounded by rocky terrain and snow-capped mountains.
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 P30,986 per night from Jul 17 to Jul 18
P30,986
P35,633 total
Jul 17 - Jul 18
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury lodge in Pukaki. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attraction Lake Pukaki Information Center is located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (55 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 May 12, 2026

Lakestone Lodge
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 WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Twizel Town Centre and Mueller Ridge are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (82 reviews)
"A hidden gem in the"

Reviewed on May 7, 2026

Pukaki Air Lodge
Peppers Bluewater Resort

Peppers Bluewater Resort

4.5 out of 5
State Highway 8 Lake Tekapo
The price is P9,304 per night from Jul 31 to Aug 1
P9,304
P10,700 total
Jul 31 - Aug 1
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,362 reviews)
"Great location and great rooms"

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2026

Peppers Bluewater Resort
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
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,362 reviews)
"Great location and great rooms"

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2026

Peppers Bluewater Resort
Mantra Lake Tekapo

Mantra Lake Tekapo

4 out of 5
1 Beauchamp Place Lake Tekapo
Stay at this aparthotel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Tekapo Springs and Cowans Hill Walkway are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (718 reviews)
"Great location and very nice property"

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2026

Mantra Lake Tekapo
The Huts at Lakes Edge

The Huts at Lakes Edge

1 out of 5
2 Lakeside Dr Lake Tekapo Canterbury
Stay at this campground in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Tekapo Springs and The Cairns Golf Course - Lake ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
"Really great hut, all new, comfy, and designer. I may have missed the fact that only the single huts have hot tubs, so I was a little disappointed when our double did not have a hot tub. There is construction going on making access a little more difficult. Overall a great place."

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026

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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