Pukaki

Travel Guide

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.

Pukaki Air Lodge

Pukaki Air Lodge

3 out of 5
10 Avro Ave, Pukaki Airfield, SH 8 Pukaki Canterbury
The price is P9,150 per night from Sep 9 to Sep 10
P9,150
P10,522 total
Sep 9 - Sep 10
includes taxes & fees
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
Lakestone Lodge

Lakestone Lodge

5 out of 5
4589 Tekapo – Twizel Hwy Pukaki
The price is P33,154 per night from Sep 5 to Sep 6
P33,154
P38,127 total
Sep 5 - Sep 6
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
Lakes Edge Lodge

Lakes Edge Lodge

1 out of 5
2 Lakeside Dr Lake Tekapo Canterbury Region
The price is P3,496 per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
P3,496
P4,021 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Tekapo Springs and The Cairns Golf Course - Lake ...
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
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 ...
Peppers Bluewater Resort
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! (21 reviews)
"New Build Accommodation. Nice and warm. Amazing views of Lake Tekapo. Great facilities. No easy parking outside of unit."

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2026

The Huts at Lakes Edge
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 Cowans Hill Walkway and Sheepdog Statue are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (719 reviews)
"Clean, kitchen was great. Plenty of parking, comfy beds, very safe. No dryer"

Reviewed on Aug 13, 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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