That was a beautiful day in Sep, after a few months living in Nelson, my friend and I decided to drive to Queenstown. We stopped by Hammer Springs and Lake Tekapo on the way.
New Zealand is definitely a breathtaking destination for those who love nature. When traveling to the South Island of the country there is a list of the stunning lakes that all visitors don't want to miss and one of the must-visit places is turquoise blue lake Lake Tekapo. About a three-hour drive southwest of Christchurch, the lake locates in the heart of the South Island and is pretty well-known for its mountain views and crystal clear blue water. It was a magical moment when we saw the lake. The amazing colors of the lake against the backdrop of snow-capped peaks were absolutely most picturesque. It's truly a natural beauty.
There are many scenic lookouts on the way that are worth stopping for photography
Tekapo covers an area of 83 square kilometers and is located at an altitude of 700 meters above sea level. In addition, surrounded by stunning mountain ranges and a charming little church on the shore, the lake has become the most attractive destination in the spectacular South Island. Most of the tourists coming here want to take photographs of the scenery of the blue lake & the famous Church of Good Sheperd. Especially, the brilliant colors of Lupins flowers during Nov and Dec have attracted a number of visitors every year.
The Good Shepherd Church is the most photographed building in New Zealand
Many parts of the South island are truly great places for Stargazing so this is another interesting thing to experience in Tekapo. My friend and I didn't plan well to find a good spot in the area to watch it on the night we stayed near here. It was really quiet and dark and we were actually scared to stay late so we decided to get back the AirBnB early.
We almost booked AirBnB when traveling in New Zealand. The host was very friendly welcoming and lovely. It's a nice comfortable house with a beautiful garden.
Those photos do no justice to being in the actual environment, honestly. I highly recommend you to visit Lake Tekapo if you're planning to travel to New Zealand soon. You will just be more than surprised and incredibly excited when you are there in person. The journey to the South of NZ is the most unforgettable memory.
Goodbye Lake Tekapo, we continued our drive to Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park
More my posts about the journey in New Zealand here or on pinmapple 🙂
