Tekapo
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![Mount John Observatory showing tranquil scenes, a river or creek and landscape views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/235000/235828-Mount-John-Observatory.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Mount John Observatory
4.5/5(8 reviews)
Take an evening tour to see the wonders of the night sky or visit during the day to enjoy the stunning views of Lake Tekapo and the surrounding mountains.
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Roundhill Ski Area
3/5(1 review)
Spend the day discovering this ski field above Lake Tekapo, which provides beginner-friendly runs alongside the steepest vertical drop in the country.
Mount John Lookout
4.5/5(3 reviews)
You can learn about the history of Tekapo with a stop at Mount John Lookout. Stroll along the lakeside in this quaint area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
![Milky Way over Lake Tekapo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49151662/c0dfc4af-5a6f-49d4-9c12-98783554e1c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Silver River Stargazing Experience in Lake Tekapo
S$76
per adult
![Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1392965/1f1c0acc-ce2c-4d54-a9ed-bb617bebbfd5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown
S$293
per adult
![Summit Experience - University of Canterbury Mt John Observatory](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45272584/17dd24cf-c838-46f8-8375-420e24479dc9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Summit Experience - University of Canterbury Mt John Observatory
S$164
per adult