Small GroupFully Guided TourBottled Water & Snacks

Adult: 15 years +Children: 4-14 yearsInfant: 3 years and underAll children must accompanied by a paying adult.

Tekapo to Mt Cook Scenic Transfer

South Island

Cheeky Kiwi Travel

from

NZ$165

per adult

Book Now

Scenic drive along Lake Pukaki towards Aoraki/Mount Cook

Experiences

Transfers and Shuttles

Day Tours

Small Group Tours

South Island

Start: Tekapo

Finish: Mt Cook

Location: Lake Tekapo

Travel Time: 4 hours

Journey Through the Mackenzie Basin & Southern Alps

Travel from Lake Tekapo to Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park on a scenic small-group journey through the heart of the Mackenzie Basin. Surrounded by turquoise lakes, snow-capped mountains, and vast alpine landscapes, this one-way experience showcases some of the South Island’s most iconic scenery. With passionate local guides and comfortable modern minibuses, the journey feels personal, relaxed, and packed with unforgettable views.

Along the way, stop at stunning locations including Lake Pukaki, where Aoraki/Mount Cook rises dramatically at the far end of the lake. Once inside the national park, you’ll have free time to enjoy scenic walks, glacier flights, heli-hikes, or simply soak up the incredible alpine atmosphere. Whether you’re heading to Mt Cook for adventure or relaxation, this journey is one of the most spectacular ways to experience New Zealand’s Southern Alps.

Snow-covered mountains reflecting on the calm waters of Lake Tekapo

Panoramic aerial view of Lake Tekapo with the Southern Alps

Sunset over blooming lupin fields by Lake Tekapo

Church of the Good Shepherd with snowy mountains reflecting in Lake Tekapo

Church of the Good Shepherd overlooking Lake Tekapo, surrounded by purple lupins and mountain scenery

Scenic road leading directly towards Mount Cook on a clear day in the South Island

Sir Edmund Hillary statue with Aoraki Mount Cook in background

A Kea parrot in mid-flight with wings outstretched over rocky terrain in the Southern Alps of New Zealand

Southern Lakes Helicopters aircraft on a snow landing near Aoraki/Mount Cook, surrounded by the Southern Alps.

Guide briefing hikers on the Tasman Glacier with Aoraki/Mount Cook mountains in the background.

Solo hiker standing with arms open inside a sculpted glacier tunnel on Tasman Glacier.

Small Group
Fully Guided Tour
Bottled Water & Snacks

Adult: 15 years +
Children: 4-14 years
Infant: 3 years and under
All children must accompanied by a paying adult.

Outside 24 hours before travel: Full refund**
Within 24 hours before travel: No refund

*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.*