Lake Tekapo Alpine Treks & Hikes

Explore stunning alpine terrain in the Mackenzie High Country

Lake Tekapo in the Mackenzie region of New Zealand, is a spectacular destination for star-gazing, outdoor adventures and remote wilderness experiences. Alpine Recreation's very own Edelweiss Lodge provides the perfect starting point for your overnight or multi-day alpine hiking tour. With our own private Rex Simpson Hut in the Two Thumb Range and over 40 years of experience guiding in the Tekapo backcountry, Alpine Recreation was the first guiding operation established in Lake Tekapo. With the recent addition of Glenmore Station's private Lady Emily Hut, Falcon's Nest Hut and O'Leary's Hut in the Cass Valley and Gamack Range, Lake Tekapo and the Mackenzie region is simply the best destination in New Zealand for its choice of alpine hikes and treks. Our enthusiastic IFMGA / NZMGA qualified alpine trekking guides and small groups allow you to venture off the beaten track to exclusive wilderness locations. Our equipment is provided FREE of charge to ensure you have the right kit and to take the hassle out of travelling - let us organise the logistics and come and enjoy a spectacular Tekapo adventure!

Alpine Recreation offer a wide range of Tekapo adventures - both summer and winter treks and hikes to suit various levels of fitness, ability and experience - many of our guests return year after year for a new mountain challenge. We specialise in providing a personal service and creating custom alpine adventures - just ask us!

"The Tekapo High Country Hike sounded good from the info but actually the trip exceeded all my expectations when I did it - the professionalism, knowledge and friendliness of the company and the guides. The warm welcoming hospitality. Real connection to the land. Rex Simpson Hut is well appointed and we were always careful to be environmentally conscious. It was a perfect trip. I was very impressed by the quality of your company."
- V. Fransisca, Australia.