Welcome to the Mackenzie Region
Nestled in the heart of New Zealand’s majestic South Island, you will find the Mackenzie Region. The region is renowned for its incredibly
clear starry nights, brilliant sunny days, remarkable turquoise lakes, wide-open golden grasslands, valleys of emerald green and snow-capped mountains.
Church of the Good Shepherd
Tasman Glacier
International Dark Sky Reserve
Burkes Pass
Twizel
Lake Tekapo
The Mackenzie Region
Things To Do
Whether you are looking for a relaxing walk in native forest, a more demanding hike or trek into alpine wilderness, or a quiet place to sit
and enjoy the view, the Mackenzie Region has it all.
Glacier Adventures
Stargazing
Ski & Snow
Scenic Flights
Family Fun
Walking & Hiking
Dine & Drink
Boating
Weddings in Mackenzie
Local Tips
Read all about our local tips on activities, events, locations and much more!
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Accommodation
The Mackenzie offers too much to see in one day, so stay a while and explore.
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Weddings
The landscape and serenity of the Mackenzie Region lends itself to special weddings.
LEARN MOREEvents
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No Holds Bard
Twizel Events Centre
Sat 25 Aug 2018 7:30 pm
No Holds Bard – Michael Hurst tours with AOTNZ. Driven to the brink by the infidelity of his wife and a lack of acting opportunities, an aging thespian confronts his demons in what he hopes will be a final ‘dark ... Read More
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Landscape Masterclass Photography Workshop
The Hermitage Hotel
Fri 14 Sep 2018 12:00 pm
Our Mt Cook workshop is designed as an ideal programme to expand your skills as a landscape photographer. We will base ourselves in Mt Cook Village at the comfortable Hermitage Hotel and here we have access to a ... Read More
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Four-Day Landscape Photography Workshop
The Hermitage Hotel
Fri 19 Oct 2018 2:00 pm
Location, subject, composition, creativity, shooting technique, gear, and editing are some of the ingredients that define an amazing landscape photograph. We will cover all these topics and much more. Planning your ... Read More
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Meridian Twizel Hard Labour Weekend
Twizel
Sat 20 Oct 2018 7:30 am
Steve Skinner memorial Canal Kayak Race. This race is part of the Meridian Hard Labour Weekend events. It is a unique race encompassing Lake Ruataniwha and the Hydro canals finishing in Lake Benmore. There are two ... Read More
