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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Wild Food Night - Moraine Lodge Supper Club
Mt Cook Lakeside Estate & Retreat
Fri 10 May 2019 6:30 am
Moraine Lodge Supper Club is all about bringing people together to enjoy each other's company while eating delicious food, right here in the heart of the Mackenzie High Country. We specialise in seasonal produce cooked ... Read More
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My Name is Moana
Twizel Events Centre
Wed 15 May 2019 7:30 pm
Water, ocean, moana, music – ‘My Name is Moana’ is an intimate 90-minute tribute to the ocean, led by celebrated singer/songwriter Moana Maniapoto, arts laureate and a 2016 inductee into the NZ Music Hall of Fame. ... Read More
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Moraine Lodge 2019 Charity Gala Ball
Mt Cook Lakeside Estate & Retreat
Sat 22 Jun 2019 7:30 pm
We invite you to attend the inaugural Moraine Lodge 2019 Gala Charity Ball which will be held in the beautiful Moraine Lodge,Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat, Lake Pukaki. In 2019, the Gala Ball will raise funds for the ... Read More
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Astro Masterclass Photography Workshop
Twizel Town Centre
Sat 27 Jul 2019 10:00 am
Our 4-day Astro Masterclass Workshop is an ideal programme to expand your skills in Astro, Timelapse and Panoramic photography with highly acclaimed astrophotographer Mark Gee along with Dave Buckton. We will base ... Read More
