The Mount John Observatory at Lake Tekapo. Bevan Hurley sees stars ... From atop the Mt John University Observatory, in the Mackenzie Country, we can see supernovas twinkling.

For those looking for an off-the-beaten-path excursion in New Zealand, I’d recommend visiting Lake Tekapo, in the center of the country's South ... and the expansive Mackenzie Basin flats.

The Mackenzie region is rich in natural features ... with sheepskin-covered seats and views over Lake Tekapo to the spectacular Southern Alps beyond. See roundhill.co.nz Exploring the Tasman ...

Lake Tekapo, one of the most beautiful scenic spots in New Zealand, is located in the heart of the Mackenzie country of the country's South Island. It sits between Christchurch and Queenstown ...

Lake Tekapo’s famous Alpine Springs is iced ... fluoro one piece suit – we know you love it. The Mount Cook Mackenzie Country is home to some of the country’s most majestic scenery and ...

While Lake Tekapo is always a true beaut ... The lake itself might be the main draw, but the entire Mackenzie Country is a stunning nature retreat from March to May. If you’re driving back ...

They call it “Mackenzie Country”, a vast intermontane ... stroll around the quiet township (the Chinese coach tourists Lake Tekapo caters for are still conspicuously absent) and to check ...