Tekapo Shuttle: Lake Tekapo to Mt Cook National Park
Description
-IMPORTANT UPDATE- *Temporary tour conditions due to partial closure of the Hooker Valley Track. * Shuttle operates every day with capacity up to 30 passengers. Experience the freedom of exploring Mount Cook National Park on a day trip with us! - Highly recommended for the following people - Hikers and Adventurers: For those seeking outdoor adventures and hiking opportunities, our one-day trip is the perfect choice. You have enough time to complete the Hooker Valley Track at your own pace. Photography Enthusiasts: If capturing picturesque landscapes is your passion, the scenic views along the way and at Mount Cook will provide you with ample opportunities for remarkable photographs. Family and Friends: The tour caters to all age groups, making it a great choice for families and friends to create lasting memories together.
Tour Options
Itinerary
The meeting point for our tour is either the car park at the Tekapo Four Square supermarket or the public parking area next to the supermarket. The shuttle departs at 8am(Sep-Mar) or 8:30am(June-Aug) and return to Lake Tekapo between 4:30pm-5:00pm.(The end time may be delayed by about 30 minutes due to heavy traffic and crowds especially during the summer season.)
Peter’s lookout - 9:00 AM - One of the best views of Lake Pukaki and Aoraki(Mt Cook),and the surrounding Southern Alps is absolutely stunning, making it a must-visit spot.
Tasman Glacier viewpoint - 9:45 AM - For a memorable experience, consider exploring a short walking track offering magnificent views of the Tasman Glacier and Tasman Lake. Please note that while the track is a relatively easy walk, it does involve ascending approximately 300 steps. If you prefer an alternative, we also offer the Tasman River Track, which is a very easy walk.
Hooker Valley track - 10:45 AM - You are free to walk at your own pace on this self-guided walk. The average walking time is 1.5 to 2 hours. At any time, our driver can take you to the village after you finish hiking. Enjoy your free time in the village until the return time. If you are not very keen on long day hikes, alternative short walking tracks are available around Mount Cook village. Additional Walking Options: Kea Point Track (approx. 45-60 minutes return) – Easy Red Tarns Track (approx. 1.5-2 hours return) – Moderate Sealy Tarns Track (approx. 2.5-3 hours return) – Hard Track access is subject to change due to weather conditions and unforeseen maintenance work by the Department of Conservation (DOC). Please check with our friendly driver on the day to confirm availability.
Lake Pukaki - 3:50 PM - A brief stop is scheduled at Lake Pukaki, allowing time for taking photos and visiting the Alpine Salmon Shop.
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(43)
Superb experience, great weather made it perfect! Ms. Barbara is very nice too! Now I can understand why she loves Mt. Cook :)
Barbara was a wonderful tour guide, very informative and made time for us to take photos and take in what the beautiful scenery had to offer.
My friend and I had a great time on this tour! The driver was very nice and knowledgeable about the area. We had several stops on the way to and from Mount Cook, where we could stretch our legs, use the toilet, and take pictures of Lake Pukaki. Snacks and water were provided, and the shuttle was heated. They stuck to the indicated times and even dropped us off at our hostel in Tekapo, which was a bit further down from the typical drop off location at four square. That was very nice, since it saved us a 20 minute walk, and all we had to do was ask. In terms of hikes, I would recommend the Tasman River walk and the Hooker Valley track. Even though it was partially closed, it was still the most beautiful hike I’ve ever been on.
Jeff, the guide, was very nice. Giving us the best possible recommendations. He encouraged us to do the Sealy Tarns Track and it was wonderful
wonderful day trip. very friendly and informative guide. you can do or as little as you want. the scenery was stunning
Barbara was a wonderful driver and guide. I felt very safe and she was very informative. Definitely one the my highlights of my trip!
Informative guide.plenty of photo opportunities and a spectacular view. We were well informed of the various walks through Hooker and Tasman valleys and their relative difficulties. Great views at rhe end of even the less difficult walks
This is great value for money. Barbara is an excellent, knowledgeable guide and there was plenty of time to explore different walks and the amazing scenery.
We had a cloudy, rainy day, but Barbara was very flexible in the schedule trying to give us the best chance to see things in the best weather. We still enjoyed the hiking! They supplied nice rain gear for us, too.
Our day started with meeting our wonderful guide Barbara. So informative and accommodating to our specific needs . Very knowledgeable about the area, friendly and helpful. The day was incredible so many choices of hikes to do for the varying abilities for our family. Gorgeous locations and incredible views, we were very lucky to have amazing weather in the day so the visibility was great and we got to see everything we planned. Highly recommended this tour group ! Thanks so much Barbara .
