Pukaki Travel Guide

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Lake Pukaki featuring snow, mountains and a lake or waterhole
Lake Pukaki featuring snow, mountains and a lake or waterhole
Lake Pukaki featuring tranquil scenes and a lake or waterhole
Lake Pukaki featuring a lake or waterhole
Lake Pukaki showing a lake or waterhole
You’ll be gobsmacked by the shocking blue of beautiful Lake Pukaki.

It's the fine rock particles flowing into Lake Pukaki from neighbouring glaciers that are the reason for its magical blue colour, a phenomenon that both selfie-snappers and expert photographers will want to capture. The snow-capped mountain peaks surrounding the lake amp up the wow factor of this incredible beauty spot. To appreciate the scope of Pukaki’s natural wonders, take a dip in the chilly waters, cycle or walk the track that loops around the lake, or get a view from above during a scenic flight.

Lakestone Lodge

Lakestone Lodge

5 out of 5
4589 Tekapo – Twizel Hwy Pukaki
The price is AU$1,367 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
AU$1,367
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury lodge in Pukaki. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attraction Lake Pukaki Information Center is located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (51 reviews)
My husband and I had a magical night at the lodge. The attention to detail started the moment we stepped in with welcome drinks (non-alcoholic option available) and handmade chocolates in the shape of rocks. The view outside our room was out of this world. The dinner (included in our room rate) was ...

Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025

Lakestone Lodge
Pukaki Air Lodge

Pukaki Air Lodge

3 out of 5
10 Avro Ave, Pukaki Airfield, SH 8 Pukaki Canterbury
The price is AU$285 per night from 29 Jan to 30 Jan
AU$285
29 Jan - 30 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Pukaki. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Twizel Town Centre and Mueller Ridge are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (67 reviews)
Everything was as presented and expected. Great place to spend the night comfortably and have breakfast in the morning.

Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025

Pukaki Air Lodge
The Godley Hotel

The Godley Hotel

3 out of 5
2 Rapuwai Lane Lake Tekapo Canterbury
The price is AU$325 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
AU$325
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (640 reviews)
Close location to town centre with wonderful view

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

The Godley Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Peppers Bluewater Resort

Peppers Bluewater Resort

4.5 out of 5
State Highway 8 Lake Tekapo
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,259 reviews)
Beautiful suite and spacious.

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Peppers Bluewater Resort
Skyrim Lodge

Skyrim Lodge

3 out of 5
11 Jimmys Lane Lake Tekapo
Stay at this holiday home in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and satellite TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (304 reviews)
Room was super clean, location was great only about a 15 minute walk down to the lake and restaurants. The AC was strong and we slept very well as the beds were super comfortable. Would highly recommend!

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Skyrim Lodge
The Huts at Lakes Edge

The Huts at Lakes Edge

1 out of 5
2 Lakeside Dr Lake Tekapo Canterbury
Stay at this campsite in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and housekeeping. Popular attractions Tekapo Springs and The Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
The Huts are a special place to stay and the pricing reflects that. I was concerned about being in a holiday park but no need. The huts themselves are very soundproof and I quite enjoyed watching the goings on at the campervan site. The rooms were compact as expected but very functional and still ...

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

The Huts at Lakes Edge
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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