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Hospitable High Country


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Incredible clear starry nights, brilliant sunny days, remarkable turquoise blue lakes, valleys of emerald green and snow-capped mountains.

Shaped by the giant forces of nature, massive glaciers have scoured the land leaving a trail of lakes and rivers across the landscape.

The snow capped Southern Alps stretch across the western horizon and Aoraki Mount Cook, New Zealand's highest mountain at 3,754 metres above sea level, towers over the expansive countryside.

For more information on anything Mt Cook or Mackenzie see the Destination Mt Cook Mackenzie website.

Destination Mt Cook Mackenzie

The Mackenzie Basin is located in the middle of the South Island at an average of more than 300 meters above sea level. It contains Lakes such as Tekapo, Alexandrina, Pukaki, Ohau, Ruataniwha and Benmore.

The alpine village of Mount Cook, located in Aoraki Mount Cook National Park, provides a range of accommodation from an international style hotel to motels, backpackers and camping.

For more information on anything Mt Cook or Mackenzie, and to plan your get-away to our region, get through to our website at www.mtcooknz.com.


Lake Pukaki Visitor Centre
State Highway 8, Lake Pukaki.
 
Phone: +64 3 435 3280

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Web: www.mtcooknz.com

Christchurch & Canterbury Tourism

Centrally located on the South Island's east coast Christchurch, is the perfect year-round holiday base. The city is easily accessible via International Airport, State Highway 1 or scenic rail services from Picton and the West Coast.

An Alps to Ocean horizon and heritage heart make Christchurch one of the most beautiful boutique cities in the world. This vibrant, picturesque city offers easy access to snow, surf, the rest of the world and the the richly diverse backyard of the surrounding Canterbury region.

The ‘Garden City’ itself is lined with 19th century stone buildings, contemporary galleries and open-air markets. Experience the Cultural Precinct and banks of the Avon River by vintage tram, classic Edwardian punt or the comfort of a riverside restaurant. By foot, explore the growing network of urban laneways packed with bars, eateries and an eclectic mix of boutique shops. From the peaceful tranquility of Hagley Park and the Botanic Gardens to the bustle of the city centre, enjoy Christchurch at your leisure.

In the winter months choose from over 10 of 16 ski experiences just 60 minutes - 2½ hours from Christchurch International Airport. A myriad of personable club fields, a world class commercial resort, skiing, boarding and heli-skiing are all at your fingertips not to mention an avalanche of off-piste activities to relax, indulge or entertain the family.

Christchurch & Canterbury Tourism provide a host of information for visitors, trade and media. For everything you need to know about visiting the region, visit their official website at www.christchurchnz.com.

 
 









Christchurch & Canterbury Tourism, Old Chief Post Office, Cathedral Square, PO Box 2600 Christchurch, NZ.

Phone: +64 3 379 9629
Fax: +64 3 365 0787

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Web: www.christchurchnz.com