Scenic 4WD Tour Lake Tekapo Backcountry | 3 hours

75 Reviews | Lake Tekapo
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Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Light refreshments
  • Professional guide
  • Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
  • Snacks
  • GST (Goods and Services Tax)
  • Live commentary on board
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Gratuities

Overview

Explore Tekapo's backcountry wilderness on a Scenic 4WD Tour, offering private access into some of The Mackenzie's most beautiful High Country Stations. Discover the best scenery & landscapes within Lake Tekapo & Lake Pukaki / Mackenzie area. You'll explore impressive natural beauty beyond Tekapo lakefront for unique photography opportunities, educational commentary and an incredible High Country experience situated in the heart of New Zealand's iconic scenery.  • Remote Backcountry 4WD High Country Station Tour through Braemar Station • Stunning and unique views of Mt Cook & Mt Tasman, The Main Divide & Lake Pukaki & The Ben Ohau Mountains • Breathtaking scenery of New Zealand’s most impressive landscapes • Educational information on the area’s unique landforms & species & ecology within The Mackenzie • Feed farm animals such as Sheep, Angus Cattle & Red Deer • Refreshments & Snacks

Meeting points

Pick p is outside AOTEA GIFTS in Lake Tekapo township. Look for a red and green sign, you can't miss it!

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • Lake Tekapo

    Explore the breathtaking beauty of Lake Tekapo's backcountry by Scenic 4WD Tour in the ultimate off road vehicle of a Land Rover Defender. Meet your professional 4WD Guide right in Lake Tekapo township. Hop on board for a beautiful scenic tour through the stunning Mackenzie backcountry. This 3 hour scenic tour offers guests the opportunity to access private and remote High Country Stations, providing some of the  best scenery and landscapes within the beautiful Mackenzie Country, you wouldn't other wise be able to access on your own. Don't miss this highlight experience on your tour in New Zealand !

    3 hours

  • Aoraki Mount Cook National Park (Te Wahipounamu)

    Explore remote lookouts and private high country wilderness surrounding Lake Pukaki's mountains and glaciers.

    2 hours

  • Mackenzie District

    Access remote wilderness and private Sheep Stations for some of the best views and breathtaking vistas in The Mackenzie Country of New Zealand's South Island

    3 hours

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Additional Info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

Free Cancellation

April 25100% refund
April 26No refund

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75 reviews

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Showing 1-5 of 72 reviews with 5 stars

Outstanding guide to Case Valley with detailed tips, stunning photos, and engaging commentary. They made our day !

Published on Jan, 2025

Outstanding guide to Case Valley with detailed tips, stunning photos, and engaging commentary. A must-have if you visit lake Tekapo

Informative and some...

Published on Jan, 2025

Informative and some incredible sights. Chris was a great guide, highly recommend, you won’t regret.

Must Do While In Lake Tekapo

Published on Jan, 2025

My wife & I had an amazing time on the Scenic 4WD Tour through the Cass Valley! Incredible experience & amazing staff. The staff was incredibly knowledgeable about the area which made the experience all that more memorable.

Excellent 4WD Tour

Published on Dec, 2024

Knowledgeable guides, great vistas, rare birds and beautiful wildlife. Great to get to see the backcountry and go where you wouldn't be able to access on your own.

Excellent 4WD Adventure

Published on Dec, 2024

Amazing trip and great views. Informative and friendly guide with lots of experience. Great to see the farmlands and so much wildlife. Incredible views and lots of fun and even spotted some very rare birds.

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