Tours Lake Tekapo

Raise your hand if you’re ready for a farm adventure like no other! Our 2-hour guided high country farm tour takes you deep into the heart of Mt Hay Station — a vast 50,000-acre working property just outside of Tekapo. You’ll discover epic landscapes, meet a variety of friendly farm animals, and enjoy an authentic taste of Kiwi station life.
The photo opportunities are endless — from sweeping alpine views to cheeky alpacas — so don’t forget your camera!
Travel in comfort and style in our 12-seater 4WD Mercedes Sprinter van, perfectly equipped for both smooth and bumpy farm tracks. Large windows give everyone a clear view as we explore remote areas and our favourite scenic stops. Tours are capped at just 10 guests, so you get small-group warmth with big-landscape drama.
Your journey begins with the story of Lake Tekapo and historic Mt John Station, spotting farm residents along the way — 12,000 merino sheep, 700 Angus cattle, alpacas, 25 horses, and 15 working dogs! Learn about the Irishman Creek Hut, forestry, and the football-sized pinecones that grow here. Soak up the views at Swan Tarn, an alpine gem framed by the Southern Alps and Aoraki/Mt Cook, and see if you can spot the rare black stilt bird.
Sample pure New Zealand honey produced on the farm , drink crystal-clear spring water straight from the source at Forks Stream, and discover the native plants that thrive in this high-country environment. Pass by the horse ranch — home to the horses who starred in Disney’s Mulan — and visit our private Mt John lookout for one of the most breathtaking panoramas in Tekapo. ( depend on season )
The second half of your adventure is the Mt Hay Farm Experience — an interactive, hands-on visit to our woolshed and farmyard. Watch a live sheepdog demonstration, meet friendly animals up close, and witness a traditional sheep shearing. Feel the softness of freshly shorn merino wool, feed our alpacas, and enjoy a fun “dress like a farmer” photo opportunity to remember your visit.


FREE Petting Zoo session email hello@gotekapo.com to claim it!
You could join our petting zoo for free if you booked our High Country Station Tour. Simply choose our petting zoo session (9:15AM,11AM ,1PM , 2PM, 3PM, 4PM) which last around 30 mins guided tour. Feel free to pick anytime that you prefer,before or after the tours. Just email us hello@gotekapo.com with your confirmation number and our staff will book you in for FREE! Come and meet our superstars animals in the zoo such as Merino Sheep, Alpaca, Kunekune pigs, Jersey cow and Guinea pigs.Check in location is at 48 D'Archiac Drive same as High Country Station Tour.


By the end of your tour, you’ll have a camera full of amazing shots, a head full of fascinating local stories, and maybe a few new furry friends. This is an unforgettable high-country experience the whole family will love.


**We can accommodate groups larger than 10 upon request, please email hello@gotekapo.com for more information**

For hunting tours starting 1st October 2025 please book from below website Day Tour: Small Game Hunting Tour (Starting 1st October 2025） - Go Tekapo Reservations


Small game hunting on a High Country Station. Join our farming team as they carry out their daily task of pest control. Learn about firearms safety & responsibility, land management and pest control in a safe, controlled environment.
With over 80 years of farming experience in Lake Tekapo, our family has acquired extensive knowledge of the area’s hunting opportunities. Our well-trained guides are dedicated to providing an unforgettable hunting experience for our guests.
As land owners, we can easily arrange tours at short notice, and during the tours you will gain an understanding of pest control and ho w we manage our natural environment. Trust us to provide you with an exceptional adventure and memories that will last a lifetime.


Due to safety reasons we can only accept bookings for adults aged 18 and above.
Important: The success of any hunt is dependent on seasonal conditions and animal activity. Our daytime tours are designed to provide an exceptional hunting experience, however we cannot guarantee any number of animals due to natural fluctuations in pest population numbers.

**We can acco mmodate groups l arger than 4 upon request, please email hello@gotekapo.com for more information**

Our four wheel drive tours show you the most beautiful views in the Mackenzie High Country: do not forget your camera!


Want an exciting way to explore the Mackenzie High Country? Look no further than our tour of Mount Hay Station, our working Merino sheep farm just 5km outside of Lake Tekapo. Our four wheel drive farm vehicles are made for the terrain, and our local guides are psyched to take you on some of the thrilling adventures.
Jump in and listen to your guide give background on our 25,000 acre farm which has been in the family for nearly 100 years. Spot some of the farm residents along the way, consisting of 12,000 Merino sheep, 700 Angus cows, 30 alpacas, 25 horses and 15 working dogs! You can also spot many wild animals around the farm too.
Discover some of the bird life on the farm at one of the tarns you will pass, whilst passing through the scenery all around Mount Edward and the Tekapo saddle. Hold on to your seats as we then climb Mount Hay where you have fantastic views back to the Lake Tekapo Township, Mount John, along the lake and into the Aoraki Mount Cook national park!
Explore Phantom Lagoon next, with its beautiful waters in a scenic location and enjoy small refreshments. After this, you will hear the stories of Boundary Creek Hut and finish the tour with stunning views down Lake Tekapo as you make the steep descent back to town.


Certainly the most exciting way to see the High Country - join us!


**We can accommodate groups larger than 4 upon request, please email hello@gotekapo.com for more information**

Get involved in a world class astrophotography experience! 

The location of our astrophotography tour is truly stunning. Get ready for pure darkness and incredible 360° views over 50,000-acres of farmland nestled in the gold-rated Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve. This tour is pure magic if you are wanting to learn or extend your astrophotography skills.

Learn how to take jaw dropping pictures using our digital cameras or even better bring along your own camera and if we can use it, we will. Tours will be customized depending on the weather and what you want to learn. This could include wide-angle imagery of the night sky, imagery of the Milky Way or constellations, capturing star trails or night-time lapse animations and to top it all off we will also help you process the images post-capture!

Our fully guided 3-hour experience departs nightly with a maximum of 4 adults.  This tour is downright essential if you want to sharpen your astrophotography skills and is suitable for beginners through to intermediate.

Please note:  Your credit card will be charged in NZD.  Astrophotography tours are limited to adults (16+) only. If using your own camera, then you will already have any image/s you take however if using our camera, we will provide you with your post capture image/s via a download link.  We will occasionally use these photos on our social media platforms and website to showcase the tour experience. Participation in tour photos is voluntary. 

For our cancellation policy please read our Terms & Conditions.

 The Astrophotography Tour Includes:

• Transport to / from the Silver River office in Tekapo to the astrophotography site 15 minutes away.

• Fully guided tour with one of our experienced guides.

• Use of our toasty warm down jackets.

• Use of our telescopes, camera, and equipment.

• Tours capped at 4 adults.

• Little to no light pollution.

• Vast 360°views over the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve.

•  If using our camera, you will receive the processed photos via a digital download link.
  
  Please note that the availability will be on request, kindly email hello@silverriver.co.nz to confirm the date is available for you to book the tour. Thank you!

Small game hunting on a High Country Station. Join our farming team as they carry out their daily task of pest control. Learn about firearms safety & responsibility, land management and pest control in a safe, controlled environment.
With over 80 years of farming experience in Lake Tekapo, our family has acquired extensive knowledge of the area’s hunting opportunities. Our well-trained guides are dedicated to providing an unforgettable hunting experience for our guests.
As land owners, we can easily arrange tours at short notice, and during the tours you will gain an understanding of pest control and ho w we manage our natural environment. Trust us to provide you with an exceptional adventure and memories that will last a lifetime.


Due to safety reasons we can only accept bookings for adults aged 18 and above.
Important: The success of any hunt is dependent on seasonal conditions and animal activity. Our daytime tours are designed to provide an exceptional hunting experience, however we cannot guarantee any number of animals due to natural fluctuations in pest population numbers.
**We can accommodate groups larger than 4 upon request, please email hello@gotekapo.com for more information**