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Artists & Galleries
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Albury
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Kimbell
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Twizel
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Highlights
Aoraki/Mount Cook
Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park
Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve
Church of the Good Shepherd
Lake Pukaki
Mount John
Lake Alexandrina
Scenic Lake Tekapo
Lake Benmore
Lake Ruataniwha
Tasman Glacier
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Albury
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Burkes Pass
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52 Reasons
52 Reasons
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
#1 – Aoraki/Mount Cook
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#2 – Fairlie Bakehouse
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#3 – Tasman Glacier
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#4 – Aqua Drop Waterslide
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#5 – Lavender Farm
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#6 – Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail
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#7 – UC Mt John Observatory
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#8 – Ben Ōhau & Greta Stream
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#9 – Fairlie’s Bobby Square
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#10 – Mackenzie Golf Courses
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#11 – Epic Skydiving
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#12 – Burkes Pass
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#13 – Richmond Trail
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#14 – Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre
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#15 – 4WD Adventure
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#16 – Ski the Tasman Glacier
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#17 – Scenic Flights
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#18 – Opihi River Track
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#19 – Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail Day Trip
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#20 – Ice Skating
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#21 – Lake Tekapo Regional Park
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#22 – Astrophotography
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#23 – Fantastic Eateries
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#24 – Hooker Valley Track
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#25 – Catch a Fish
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#26 – Artists and Galleries
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#27 – Ski and Ride Mt. Dobson
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#28 – Pūkaki Kettle Hole Track
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#29 – Roundhill Ski Area
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#30 – Tube Park
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#31 – Ski Touring
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#32 – Glacier Boat Tour
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#33 – Ōhau Snow Fields
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#34 – Church of the Good Shepherd
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#35 – High Country Tour
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#36 – Lake Alexandrina
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#37 – Pioneer Park
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#38 – Clay Cliffs
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#39 – Farmstays
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#40 – Hot Tubs & Hot Pools
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#41 – Glacier Hike
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#42 – Horse Trekking
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#43 – Hydro Heritage Trail
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#44 – Wellness & Pamper Experiences
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#45 – Guided Alpine Experience
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#46 – World’s Highest Whisky Hut
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#47 – Water Activities
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#48 – Aoraki Short Walks
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#49 – Small Country Towns
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#50 – Craft Beer
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#51 – Sealy Tarns Track
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#52 – Stargazing
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