Lake Tekapo is a stunning lake located in the Mackenzie Basin in the South Island of New Zealand. It's renowned for its vibrant turquoise-blue color, which is a result of finely ground rock particles (rock flour) suspended in the water, reflecting sunlight.
Lake Tekapo covers an area of about 83 square kilometers (32 square miles) and is situated at an altitude of 710 meters (2,329 feet) above sea level. It is part of the Mackenzie Basin and is the second-largest of three roughly parallel lakes in the region, the others being Lake Pukaki and Lake Ohau.
The lake's striking turquoise color comes from glacial flour, which is created when the surrounding glaciers grind rocks into a fine powder. This powder is carried into the lake by glacial meltwater.
Lake Tekapo
Inclusion
Maori Heritage: Lake Tekapo is located within the traditional Ngāi Tahu iwi (tribal area), and the Māori have a strong cultural connection to the lake. Including Māori perspectives and history in visitor experiences is an essential part of inclusivity in the region
Te Reo Maori Signage: Information signs around the lake and in key tourist areas may include both English and Māori language (Te Reo Māori) to make the cultural heritage more accessible
Wheelchair Accessibility: Some of the popular spots around Lake Tekapo, such as the Church of the Good Shepherd and Tekapo Springs, offer wheelchair-accessible pathways, parking spaces, and facilities, ensuring people with mobility challenges can enjoy the area
Multilingual Resources: To ensure that international visitors can easily navigate the area and understand its significance, many of the visitor centers, tour guides, and promotional materials are available in multiple languages
Local Festivals and Cultural Events: Events like the Lake Tekapo Festival and other cultural or environmental events may offer inclusive activities, such as Māori performances, art exhibitions, or environmental workshops, which are designed to bring together the local community and visitors
Inclusive Accommodation Options: There are a variety of accommodation options around Lake Tekapo, ranging from motels to luxury lodges, many of which cater to visitors with special needs by offering accessible rooms, ramp access, and other amenities to ensure a comfortable stay
Cancellation Policy
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Standalone Activity Tickets:
Non-Refundable Booking: Once a booking for a standalone activity ticket is confirmed, it cannot be cancelled or changed. Full payment is required at the time of booking, and no refunds will be issued under any circumstances.
Activity Ticket with Shared Transfer:
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Activity Ticket with Private Transfer:
Non-Refundable Activity Ticket: The activity ticket component is non-refundable once booked.
Cancellable Private Transfer:
Cancellation Notice Required: If you need to cancel the private transfer, you must do so at least 48 hours before the scheduled activity.
Refund Details: Cancellations made within this timeframe are eligible for a full refund of the private transfer charges, after the deduction of applicable taxes, service charges, and payment gateway fees.
No Changes Allowed: Bookings are final and cannot be modified. This includes changes to the date, time, or number of participants.
No-Shows: Failure to attend the activity at the scheduled time and location will result in the forfeiture of the booking without any refund or credit.
Service Provider and BMB Cancellations: If an activity or transfer (whether it’s a private or shared transfer booked as part of a bundled service) is cancelled by the service provider or BookMyBooking.com, or due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g., weather conditions, safety concerns or any avoidable things), we will offer an alternative date or activity of equal value. If no suitable alternative is available, a credit voucher may be issued at the discretion of BookMyBooking.com.
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