Tekapo Springs
Tekapo Canterbury
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Tekapo Springs
The ultimate day out, with something for everyone, from seasoned skaters and snow tube adventurers, to lazy spa devotees and hot pool worshippers. Very family friendly.
Tekapo Springs sits beside the stunning Lake Tekapo at the base of Mount John, in the very heart of the South Island. A sedate 15-minute walk from Lake Tekapo village, this is one of New Zealand's premier family attractions, with numerous activities designed to be as active, or sedate, as you like.
At the heart of the complex lie the three inviting hot pools, built to resemble the natural wonders of the lakes beyond. Each of the adjoining pools enjoys an outstanding panorama of lakes and mountains, and the crystal clear water is sourced from the surrounding alpine springs and heated with recyclable energy. There is bench-side seating, private nooks and crannies, and wonderfully therapeutic massage jets which heal and relax. The temperature of the pools ranges from 36 to 40 degrees Celsius ? just perfect for lying back and drinking in those mountain views. Next to the pools is a sauna and steam room, ideal for detoxing and purification.
The spa is great for those who like to be completely pampered. Four fully-functional spa rooms provide the ultimate in massages, facials, pedicures, manicures and total body care. There's also a plunge pool, set at a skin-tightening temperature of just 8 degrees Celsius, just like the lake! It might sound a bit too cool, but after a relaxing massage, and a swim in one of the hot pools, taking the plunge, literally, is just what the therapist orders!
For the more active, get yourself over to the ice rink, where you can exercise the old leg muscles and take a few circuits around this picturesque, state of the art rink. Set against the mountains, skaters of all levels are welcome here, whether you're Wayne Gretzsky or Bambi.
In the Spring and Summer the ice rink is host to the TRIPPO which is the World's largest inflatable waterslide, with three chutes to have a go on why not give it a try!
The highlight for many coming to Tekapo Springs, though, is the snow park. What's not to like, about flinging yourself down an ice ramp on an inflatable tube? No experience is necessary, just a sense of fun, as you'll see 'tubers' of all ages getting ready for this ride of a lifetime, and your ticket lets you hurl yourself down the slopes as many times as you like within one hour. Addicted? You will be.
New Zealand's First Summer Tube Ride:
Summer Tube rides were at the top of the 'must do lists' for northern hemisphere adventure seekers. Tekapo Springs is proud to launch the first one in New Zealand. Fly down the tube park through the twists and turns and over the bump to the finish before getting back on the magic carpet to ride all the way back to the top.
When you need a quiet time out, there is the Tahr Bar & Café offering up freshly baked delights to complement a menu that has a range of culinary adventures as well as quality coffee, some tempting beers and wines, and even Alpine Springs' own mineral water. There's so much to do here, that it's worth investigating the numerous 'Combo Ticket' deals, too, which could save you money on the activities you want to do the most, and are ideal for families, especially.
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Following is feedback posted by visitors to this property:What happened ?
We know we made the booking, and we got and initial email from BookIt but no one at the actual venue bothered to book us into Tekapo springs for the day, so over all pretty slack would be a fair comment ...
Rating: 1 - PAUL SPRINGER, Jan 2015
Had a great time
Kids loved it coming back in winter to do it in the snow
Rating: 4 - CHRIS AUTON, Jan 2015
it was a super experience
Rating: 5 - BLAIR COOPER, Jan 2015
Well pleased with my visit
Enjoyed my massage & pedicure and impressed by the staff and the facilities. Just one comment about the general springs area - why is the car parking so poorly organised - the spaces need some marking and why isn't the area sealed like most public areas ??
Rating: 4 - ELLEN FRASER, Nov 2014
Just what I needed
good massage, nice friendly masseuse
Rating: 5 - LOUISE MARRIOTT, Sep 2014