We can’t wait to welcome you to the Legendary Mackenzie! Step into the great wide open and discover the highest mountains, longest glaciers, vivid turquoise lakes, golden grasslands and dazzling starry skies.
In 2021 we’re sharing #52reasons why you should visit the Legendary Mackenzie. One new experience, every week for the whole year – join us!
#52Reasons
Winter in the Mackenzie
Aoraki/Mount Cook
International Dark Sky Reserve
Tasman Glacier
Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail
Lake Tekapo
The Mackenzie Region
DESTINATIONS
Twizel
Fairlie
Burkes Pass
Aoraki/Mount Cook Village
Kimbell
Lake Pukaki
Lake Tekapo Village
Albury
Glentanner
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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Mundi Trio
Mackenzie Co-operating Parish
Sat 5 Feb 2022 7:30 pm
“…taking a musical journey filled with global colours, grooves and influences” Prepare to be transported! Mundi Trio comprises Brazilian percussionist Ricardo Stuani, guitarist Chris Dabinett and flautist, ... Read More
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Valentines Day
Moraine Lodge, Mt Cook Lakeside Estate &Retre
Mon 14 Feb 2022 7:30 pm
Treat your loved one by celebrating each other on Valentines Day, taking time together for a dinner date with that special person in your life. Moraine Lodge is a romantic and private bespoke restaurant with stunning ... Read More
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Summer Challenge Lake Tekapo
Lake Tekapo Community Hall
Fri 18 Mar 2022 4:00 pm
The Summer Challenge is an exciting adventure event for women. We think of it as the best friend of the Spring Challenge, the hugely popular iconic women’s adventure race established in 2007. In essence, the Summer ... Read More
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Masquerade in the Alps
The Hermitage Hotel
Sat 26 Mar 2022 7:00 pm
One of New Zealand’s most unique hotels, the Hermitage, Aoraki/Mount Cook, will host a memorable masquerade party on Saturday 26 March 2022. Set inside Mount Cook National Park in the heart of the South Island, the ... Read More
