Mackenzie Highland Show
Easter Monday 9th April, Fairlie A&P Showgrounds
Come along to the annual Easter Show. It is one of the largest one day Agricultural and pastoral Shows...........more info>>
Lake Tekapo NZ Made Fete
Sunday 18th March, Mt John Homestead, Lake Tekapo
The now annual Lake Tekapo Fete will be held once again in March at the Historical.............more info>>
Mackenzie High Country Muster
8th February- 11th February
One of New Zealands best scenic rides. Take in the majestic scenery the Mackenzie region..........more info>>
Fairlie
Fairlie is the eastern gateway to the Mackenzie Country
Fairlie provides an almost surreal contrast from its rich, green rolling hills and pastures as they respectfully submit to the grand, open, shimmering upland. An outdoor lover's paradise, enjoy a round of golf, lake and river fishing, hunting, farm tours, hiking and fantastic skiing in the winter. more info>>
Lake Tekapo
Lake Tekapo has the clearest, darkest and most spectacular night sky in New Zealand...
and an amazing turquoise blue lake. The world famous Church of the Good Shepherd offers awe-inspiring views of Lake Tekapo and the Southern Alps through its altar window. Enjoy scenic flights, hot pools, hiking, stargazing, proposed starlight reserve, horse trekking, winter skiing & skating more info>>
Aoraki Mt Cook
At 3754 metres, New Zealand’s highest mountain, Aoraki Mount Cook, is certainly dazzling
The alpine village of Mount Cook provides a host of accommodation and is a stepping stone to numerous activities from thrilling scenic flights to leisurely hikes, glacier boat tours, superb fly fishing and 4WD adventures more info>>
Twizel
The springboard for any holiday with easy access to majestic Aoraki Mount Cook
Twizel is just 20 minutes from 5 boating and leisure lakes, including a world class rowing course. Outdoor options include helibiking, skydiving, kayaking, golf, Lord of the Rings tours, flyfishing & Kaki Black Stilt tours more info>>
Thr Alps 2 Ocean Cycleway is currently under conctruction. Check it out at
http://www.nzcycletrail.com/alps-2-ocean-cycle-trail
The Lake Pukaki Visitor Information Centre will be closing on Sunday 11th December. Any enquiries for Lake Pukaki now need to be directed to the Lake Tekapo i-SITE Visitor Centre. Phone 03 680 6579 or email laketekapo@mtcook.org.nz
The Aoraki Mount Cook Mackenzie region is situated in the centre of New Zealand's majestic South Island.
The region is renowned for its incredibly clear starry nights, brilliant sunny days, remarkable turquoise blue lakes, valleys of emerald green and snow-capped mountains.
