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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Whisky Master Class - Moraine Lodge Supper Club
Moraine Lodge, Mt Cook Lakeside Estate &Retre
Fri 3 Apr 2020 6:30 pm
Whisky Masterclass Whisky lovers unite! Our Whisky Masterclass is a collaboration between Chef Tom and Whisky Galore. 4 courses of Toms cuisine matched with 4 whiskies chosen by Louis from Whisky Galore Including ... Read More
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Lake Tekapo Alpine Grind
Balmoral Station
Sat 25 Apr 2020 9:00 am
The Tekapo Alpine Grind is an annual mountain biking event that takes place on the Balmoral Station in the heart of the Mackenzie country in the South Island of New Zealand. The Balmoral Station is near the towns of ... Read More
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Mountain Medicine Hui: CANCELLED
Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park
Fri 22 May 2020 2:00 pm
The New Zealand Society for Mountain Medicine is delighted to announce its inaugural Mountain Medicine Hui. A weekend of Mountain and Wilderness medicine learning and sharing at Mount Cook Village, run by doctors and ... Read More
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Mt Cook Astro Masterclass Workshop - 4 Days
Twizel Town Centre
Sat 15 Aug 2020 6:00 am
Our Astro Masterclass Workshop is based in Twizel within the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve, the world's second-best area for viewing the night sky. With highly acclaimed astrophotographer Mark Gee along ... Read More
