Lake Pukaki, Mackenzie, Aotearoa New Zealand
High-country lodge with views over Lake Pukaki and the Southern Alps.
The closest town is Twizel (~20 min). Christchurch and Queenstown are the nearest major airports (~3 hr drive each).
Iconic 3-hour return walk to a glacial lake under Aoraki / Mt Cook.
Lakeside hot pools, perfect for tired legs.
Stargazing in the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve.
Your presence is more than enough. If you would still like to mark the day, we have skipped the toaster and picked a few things that mean something to us: adventures, a tree, a glass raised in our names.
Trade the alpine chill for turquoise water. Help send us off to the Pacific Islands for barefoot days, warm tides, and long tropical evenings.
A Durston X-Mid Pro Plus to carry into the hills. Light enough for the long walks, roomy enough for two and a morning brew.