The Church of the Good Shepherd is situated on the shores of Lake Tekapo amongst the natural beauty of the lake and the mountains. The Church of the Good Shepherd was built to the glory of God as a memorial to the pioneers of the Mackenzie Country. "Somehow the setting and the church combine to speak of God to those who enter and pause in the midst of their busy lives." - Peter Hurricks NO PHOTOS INSIDE Please do not use cameras, cellphones or tablets inside the church so that others may enjoy as is a place of prayer and reflection. PLEASE REMOVE YOUR WASTE There are no toilet or rubbish collection facilities in the area around the church so we kindly ask that visitors remove their waste and respect the natural environment around the church.

Tekapo Springs has the perfect mix of exciting and relaxing activities, 364 days a year! Located in the Mackenzie Region, halfway between Christchurch & Queenstown, we have incredible views of Lake Tekapo & the mountains. Soak up the stunning views from our hot pools or chill out in the Kids Aqua Play Area with cooler shallow & deep pools and interactive water features! Temperatures range from 28 – 38.5℃. Try our steam & sauna rooms with cold plunge pool. In summer try the fun 18-hole adventure Mini Golf course or thrilling Aqua Drop (150-metre downhill waterslide). In winter, ice skate on the outdoor rink or ride the exciting snow tube! Indulge yourself with a massage or facial at our Day Spa with treatments designed to for pure revitalisation! Sample the delicious menu at our café. By night, soak in the stars with Tekapo Star Gazing, New Zealand's only hot pools & stargazing experience. With the perfect mix of relaxation & recreation, Tekapo Springs is a must-do for everyone!

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Ski or Snowboard in the heart of the South Island of New Zealand. Roundhill is a fantastic family ski field with breathtaking views of Aoraki Mt Cook, the Southern Alps and Lake Tekapo. Roundhill is a place that friends and family meet to enjoy a relaxing day on the slopes. Learners and little ones can head to our massive beginners area featuring a platter lift and 2 beginners rope tows for a fun and gentle way to find your feet in the snow. Our 2 T-Bars give access to loads of super wide, perfectly groomed intermediate trails with lots of natural dips and curves making for fun and interesting skiing and riding. For the more adventurous, head up the world’s (yes that’s right!) longest and steepest rope tow and see what Australasia’s biggest vertical drop (783m) is all about. Offering super long natural half pipes, chutes this is skiing and riding at its best. 2022 Operating Season July 1st - September 18th.

Dark Sky Reserve is an Astro Tourism business which is dedicated to the richness in astronomy and science. We are firm believers that astronomy above and surounding areas within the Mackenzie country is for everyone forever.