Fully guided 3-hour hiking experienceBasic necessary equipment (hiking poles, spare thermal clothing)Complimentary shuttle service to and from the office and the Mt Hay stationWarm down jacketsFree group photos

Adult: 18 years +Children: 12-17 years

Mt Hay Guided Hike near Lake Tekapo

South Island

Go Tekapo

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NZ$299

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Two hikers posing for a photo near the trig station at the summit of Mount Hay with Lake Tekapo in the background

Experiences

Hiking & Walking

Family-friendly Tours

Half-Day Tours

South Island

Start: Tekapo

Location: Lake Tekapo

Travel Time: 3 hours

Difficulty: 2

Minimum Age: 12

Lake Tekapo Guided Hike with Southern Alps Views

The Mt Hay Guided Hike is a scenic Lake Tekapo guided hike across the eastern shores of the lake, just a short drive from the village. Climb from around 750 metres to 1000 metres with your local guide as the views open up across turquoise water, high country landscapes and the Southern Alps.

This 3-hour guided walk offers a rewarding outdoor experience without being too demanding. With shuttle transfers, hiking poles, spare warm layers, down jackets and free group photos included, it is a great option for travellers wanting a relaxed but memorable Tekapo hiking tour.

Scenic view over Lake Tekapo from the Mount Hay hiking trail with rocky cliffs in the foreground

Three hikers standing at a panoramic lookout on Mount Hay with views across Lake Tekapo and distant peaks

Vast landscape view looking towards the Southern Alps and Lake Tekapo from Mount Hay trail

Summit of Mount Hay with trig marker and a view stretching out across the lake and hills beyond

Tour Highlights

Guided Mt Hay hike near Lake Tekapo
Climb from 750m to around 1000m
Views of Lake Tekapo and the Southern Alps
Mackenzie High Country scenery
Small, scenic half-day adventure
Only around 10 minutes from Lake Tekapo
Free group photos included

Fully guided 3-hour hiking experience
Basic necessary equipment (hiking poles, spare thermal clothing)
Complimentary shuttle service to and from the office and the Mt Hay station
Warm down jackets
Free group photos

Adult: 18 years +
Children: 12-17 years

No refund for cancellations within 24 hours of departure.*
Guided hikes usually proceed with alternative routes for bad weather. Full refund if weather prevents the hike for safety reasons.

Note: **Any refund approved under our terms and conditions will be subject to a 5% admin & processing fee, which will be deducted from the refund amount. Please see more information on refunds and cancellations in Go New Zealand's terms and conditions.*