Lake Tekapo

In this vibrant spring, the lupins are blooming vigorously on the shores of Lake Tekapo, like a brilliant palette of nature. Under the contrast of the distant blue sky and the snowy Southern Alps, it further highlights its unique charm. The melted glacier water gathers next to the Shepherd's Church, flows down, and falls into the milky blue Lake Tekapo. Every drop of water tells the grandeur and tranquility of nature. This sea of lupins has almost become one of the symbols of New Zealand. From November to January of the following year, countless tourists from home and abroad flock to the South Island of New Zealand, hoping to leave unforgettable memories in this sea of flowers. Walking by the lake, feeling the solemnity and sacredness of the Shepherd's Church, it seems that time freezes at this moment, making people intoxicated in this beautiful scenery. And in this brilliant sea of lupins, it makes people feel the wonder of nature and the power of life. Come to the shore of Lake Tekapo, let's feel this beautiful sea of lupins together! And the best way to experience this trip is to choose self-driving, which is very convenient in New Zealand. A translation of the Chinese driver's license is enough, and many platforms offer free translations. As long as you bring your Chinese driver's license and translation, you can rent a car and drive in New Zealand! I will tell you the precautions for self-driving and the route of self-driving in the next issue, remember to follow up!

📍Travel 180 kilometers from Oamaru to Lake Tekapo, a famous tourist spot in the central part of the South Island of New Zealand. 🌟Lake Tekapo is a very beautiful place with clear and jade-like water, surrounded by mountains and snow ridges. On the shore of Lake Tekapo, there is a hut made of volcanic stones, which is the famous Good Shepherd Church. It is said that the church was built in 1935 to commemorate a loyal shepherd dog. The church is small and not luxurious, but this historical background gives the church a special emotional value and is one of the reasons why many couples choose to hold weddings here (including Chinese actress Yao Chen). There is another explanation for the name of the 'Good Shepherd Church'. It may come from a parable in the Bible. The good shepherd refers to Jesus Christ, who is a shepherd, taking care of and protecting his flock. The church is named after this to symbolize the care and protection of Jesus Christ. On the south side of the church, there is a shepherd dog statue carved from rocks. The statue is about two meters high and shows the image of a loyal shepherd dog guarding the flock. On the north side of Lake Tekapo, there is also a sheep statue. This statue shows the status of sheep in New Zealand's agriculture and animal husbandry, and echoes the shepherd dog. There is also a footbridge near Lake Tekapo, known as the 'Kapopo Bridge', which is about a hundred meters long. Tourists can enjoy the view of Lake Tekapo and the majestic Mount Cook on the bridge. ✅Visiting Lake Tekapo is the last stop of this South Island, New Zealand ~ island tour. In the afternoon, we will go to Christchurch to fly back to Auckland. ❤In general, the lakes and mountains of the South Island of New Zealand and its historical culture are very special. What I have seen and heard is impressive and will leave a beautiful memory

The beautiful Lake Tekapo that requires no filter. Picturesque by day and dazzling by night, Lake Tekapo is part of a UNESCO Dark Sky Reserve, making it the perfect spot for stargazing. #newzealand #laketekapo #unesco

🌟 Highlights: Spectacular fjords and glaciers, beautiful and magical beaches, indigenous Maori culture, and fairy-tale-like lakes and mountains... If you're in the mood, add a dash of courage, and you can challenge yourself at the birthplace of bungee jumping. This is New Zealand, the 'Middle-earth' of the movie The Hobbit, a must-visit destination on countless people's travel lists. ❤ Recommended Reason: Stargazing in the Aoraki Mackenzie Dark Sky Reserve, bathing in the brilliant Milky Way of the Southern Hemisphere! New Zealand's South Island is designated as an International Dark Sky Reserve, the largest of its kind in the world. The Dark Sky Reserve includes most of the area around Tekapo and Mount Cook, and is rated as 'one of the best stargazing sites on Earth.' Have a spiritual conversation with the universe under the clear and pristine dark sky, and feel this unparalleled romance and the stunningly beautiful scenery that seems like a fairyland. 👍 Most Recommended: Lake Tekapo The first image many people recognize of New Zealand is the Church of the Good Shepherd bathed in starlight under a dazzling starry sky, with clusters of lupins blooming quietly. Lake Tekapo, with its high altitude and dry climate, boasts the highest sunshine rate in New Zealand, making it especially suitable for stargazing. 👍 Most Recommended: Queenstown Queenstown is not only a paradise for extreme sports but also an easy place to stargaze. In the evening, take the Queenstown Skyline Gondola to the top of Queenstown Hill, and you can overlook the town of Queenstown as the lights come on. An inadvertent glance upward reveals a sky bathed in brilliant stars. 👍 Most Recommended: Mount Cook Besides the popular stargazing by Lake Tekapo, many photographers also recommend Mount Cook for stargazing. Mount Cook is a paradise for hikers, with multiple hiking trails that take you into the glaciers and snow-capped mountains of Mount Cook. Far from towns and with less light pollution, the majestic Mount Cook makes the starry sky atmosphere even more serene and spectacular. 👍 Most Recommended: Stewart Island Officially rated as the world's fifth International Dark Sky Reserve and the second island reserve. It is uninhabited and closest to Antarctica, so the sky is exceptionally pure.

Here, you'll be captivated every day by the beauty of the lakes and mountains, snow-capped glaciers, azure seas and skies, and vast grasslands! ❤️ I've just finished a half-month self-drive tour of New Zealand's South Island, and now I'm sharing my 9 favorite places with you all ⬇️ ❶ Lake Tekapo This place is where you'll fall in love at first sight, with the milk blue waters of the lake set against the snow mountains, and the lupins blooming along the shore, so beautiful it moves you to tears 😭 In my heart, this is the ultimate beauty spot of New Zealand! ❷ Dunedin·Tunnel Beach This is a beautiful coastal walk, somewhat like the White Cliffs of Dover in England, with majestic rocks rising from the sea, spectacular to behold. Sitting on the cliff edge gazing out to sea, enjoying the undisturbed tranquility, is just too pleasant! ❸ Wanaka·The Lone Tree I absolutely love Wanaka, where life moves at a leisurely pace: strolling by the lake, feeding seagulls, sunbathing, enjoying the gentle breeze, and feeling relaxed and happy, it's just too enjoyable! ❹ Akaroa·Shamarra Alpaca Farm Located in a French town in the bay, it's very peaceful and pleasant. Even on cloudy days, the sea is a beautiful blue-green. Spend the morning wandering around town, and the afternoon feeding alpacas at the farm, those freshly sheared alpacas look both ugly and cute 🦙 ❺ Kaikoura Here you'll find a magnificent coastline, with snow-capped mountains and the sea complementing each other, the milk blue sea water, the sky full of seagulls, and seals playing along the shore, it's truly unforgettable. ❻ Wanaka·Coromandel Peak A popular spot for wedding photos in New Zealand, accessible by helicopter, with grand mountain views. Compared to the 16 km hike to Roys Peak, this is more friendly for the lazy. ❼ Mount Cook National Park Definitely worth the hike in New Zealand, super impressive, and you can get up close to glaciers. Even on cloudy days, it's breathtakingly beautiful. ❽ Queenstown·Deer Park Heights This is a self-service entry private farm, one of my favorite places. Each car ticket is $55, and you can drive right up to the top of the mountain to overlook the whole of Queenstown. There are many animals and few tourists, so you can play here all day. ❾ Queenstown·Skyline Take the cable car to the top of the mountain to overlook Queenstown. Although the scenery and value for money are not as good as Deer Park Heights, it's very fun to play on the mountain luge, and taking photos of the cable car and lake together on the mountain is incredibly beautiful. 📌Tips: If it's your first time in New Zealand and you're worried about planning your trip or lack overseas driving experience, I recommend choosing a group tour.

The International Dark Sky Reserve in Tekapo, New Zealand amazed me. I joined the Chameleon Stargazing tour and there was even a Chinese guide. I saw the Large and Small Magellanic Clouds that cannot be seen in the Northern Hemisphere, as well as red, yellow, and green auroras in the Southern Hemisphere. Eyes also collect so many shooting stars! So lucky, right? In the expanding universe, be the best version of yourself. 🌌 🌌 Whenever you fight alone at night, remember to look up and see the stars shining just for you. If you can't see, it's because of severe light pollution. You can look at me more. I don't know if you can see the shooting star I'm holding in picture 7! I must have made a wish that will come true with this evidence. If even a shooting star wish can't come true, then let's just work hard [doge] and not rely on shooting stars. Although it is said so, "the universe is still the ultimate romance in my heart." The airplane tour of Aoraki Mount Cook on the second day was stunning! Circle around Mount Aoraki, the highest peak in New Zealand! The dreamy blue Lake Tekapo is so beautiful! There are various glaciers/"Earth's veins" that are really worth it! This is a screenshot from a mobile video! What's really fun is that all the employees of this company are one family - the grandfather does ground work, the father is a pilot, and the son is currently learning to fly! The flying family is just too cool!