LOCATION ⬇️ 10 July 2026
📍 Lake Tekapo, Church of the Good Shepherd, New Zealand
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Wellcome to Lake Tekapo New Zealand 🇳🇿🥹
What driving through Tekapo looks like right now 😱
Winter has well and truly hit New Zealand’s South Island with huge amounts of snow in the Mackenzie region ❄️
If you’re heading these ways anytime soon, you’re in for a treat. Just be sure to drive safe and keep an eye on road closures.
Don’t forget to use the Roady app to find all the best walks, points of interest and activities to check out while in the area ✌️
We went to Lake Tekapo today expecting a normal spring day… and somehow ended up watching it snow! ❄️🥹
We were just inside a shop when we looked outside and realised it was snowing — and honestly, the view was SO beautiful. 🏔️🤍
Spring in New Zealand really said, “not so fast!” 😂❄️
Just another unexpected little moment that makes me love living here. 🇳🇿✨
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We stayed at Lake Tekapo for a few nights and needed to grab some groceries. There’s only one supermarket in town—a local Four Square—and as we walked up, we were completely stunned.
Right behind this little grocery shop is a full, unfiltered view of Lake Tekapo and the Southern Alps looming in the background. It honestly might be the most beautiful supermarket in the world.
Be honest... would you mind overpaying for milk if it came with a view like this? Let us know in the comments! 👇
📍 Four Square, Lake Tekapo
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Lake Pukaki 🏔️
A perfect stop on the drive from Lake Tekapo to Mount Cook — or on the way to Wānaka. 🌊
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That holiday feeling at Peppers in Lake Tekapo >>>
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Lake Opuha, 12 minutes from Fairlie.
Most 2-week NZ trips only hit Tekapo and miss spots like this.
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From late November, Lake Tekapo turns purple 💜🚐✨
Millions of Russell lupins transform the lakeshore into one of New Zealand’s most spectacular sites - a rolling carpet of purple, pink and white blooms 🏞️
🗓️ When to visit
Peak bloom typically hits late November to mid-December, but timing varies with the weather. Check local updates before you go to catch them at their best.
📍 Where to find them
The lupins cluster densely along the southwestern shores of Lake Tekapo. Park near the Church of the Good Shepherd and wander the lakeside - you’ll find endless purple carpets stretching toward those famous turquoise waters.
📷 Best photo spots
🤳 Church of the Good Shepherd with lupins in the foreground
🤳 Lake shoreline at golden hour (the light is 🤌)
🤳 Lupins framed against Mount Cook in the distance
🤳 Early morning for misty, dreamy shots with fewer crowds
🚐 Where else to visit
Lake Tekapo is the gateway to the Mackenzie Region, so combine your lupin chasing with stargazing at the Dark Sky Reserve, soaking in Tekapo Springs, and exploring nearby Lake Pukaki and Mount Cook.
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Yesterday’s snowfall gave Lake Tekapo a completely different look. ❄️💙
The contrast between the fresh blanket of snow, the turquoise lake, and the surrounding Southern Alps is one of the reasons winter is such a magical time to visit the Mackenzie region. It’s a reminder that no two visits to Tekapo are ever quite the same.
❄️ Winter travel tips:
• Check the road conditions before you leave, especially if you’re driving through the alpine passes.
• Dress in warm layers—temperatures can change quickly.
• Visit early in the day for quieter viewpoints and clearer mountain views.
• Allow extra travel time if snow or ice is forecast.
Thank you @tailormadetekapo for keeping us safe, warm and cozy last night. 🙏
Whether you’re chasing snow, stargazing, or simply enjoying one of New Zealand’s most iconic landscapes, Lake Tekapo in winter is worth experiencing at least once.
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💬 Have you ever seen Lake Tekapo covered in snow, or is this still on your bucket list?
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A balmy -12.5 in Tekapo last night meant we had a winter wonderland during the day!! ☃️❄️🥶
Who’s been in Tekapo during snow like this before? It was my first time and I LOVED it 🥰 (though fingers and toes were frozen).
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