Tekapo High Country Hike

Guided overnight hiking in the Two Thumb Range

Step beyond the shores of Lake Tekapo and into the Mackenzie High Country on a guided overnight hike in the Two Thumb Range.

Lake Tekapo Snowshoeing

High Country Snowshoe Hikes

The foothills of the Southern Alps undergo a magic transformation in winter.

Two Thumb Range Adventures

Alpine Wilderness Just Beyond Lake Tekapo

The Two Thumb Range rises dramatically above Lake Tekapo, forming the backbone of one of New Zealand’s most accessible yet untouched alpine wilderness areas.

Cass Valley Backcountry Tours

Explore the iconic high country between Lake Tekapo and Aoraki Mount Cook

Nestled in the heart of the Southern Alps, the Cass Valley near Lake Tekapo offers an unrivaled playground for those seeking adventure in New Zealand's backcountry.

Tekapo Hut to Hut Trek

Multi-day trekking in the Cass Valley, Mackenzie High Country

Step beyond the usual walking tracks and into the rugged alpine country of the Gamack Range above Lake Tekapo.

Cass Valley Snowshoeing

Backcountry snowshoe hikes near Lake Tekapo

Discover one of New Zealand’s most unique snowshoeing adventures in the spectacular Cass Valley near Lake Tekapo.

Lake Tekapo Alpine Hikes & Treks

Explore stunning alpine terrain in the Mackenzie High Country

Looking to hike Tekapo and explore New Zealand’s alpine backcountry beyond the crowds?

Lake Tekapo Backcountry Adventures

Multi-Day Guided Trips in New Zealand’s Big Sky Country

Nestled in the heart of the Mackenzie Basin, Lake Tekapo is the perfect launch point for unforgettable mountain adventures with Alpine Recreation.

Snowshoeing in the Two Thumb Range

My friend Jude & I recently decided Snowshoeing would be a new adventure worth trying.

New Zealand Alpine Hikes, Trekking & Snowshoeing

Explore the Heart of the Southern Alps on Foot – Year Round

From alpine meadows and glacier-carved valleys to towering peaks and high mountain passes, New Zealand’s Southern Alps are an outdoor adventure paradise, offering some of the best alpine hiking, trekking, and snowshoeing adventures in the world.