FOR THE MOMENTS THAT DESERVE SOMETHING MORE
Anniversaries, proposals, milestones – or simply because
Every experience is arranged privately around your dates, your home and the weather, by a host who lives here.
PRIVATE STARGAZING
The southern sky, from your stay
An astronomer, a telescope and a guided tour of the southern sky from your deck or a secluded spot – within the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve.
SCENIC FLIGHTS
Above Aoraki and the Southern Alps
Helicopter or fixed-wing over Aoraki/Mt Cook, the Tasman Glacier and the Southern Alps, with a snow landing.
AND MORE
Celebrations and finishing touches
Celebrations
Proposals, anniversaries and intimate elopements under the stars, with flowers, styling and a photographer.
Arrival in style
Private transfers from Christchurch or Queenstown, or a scenic helicopter flight – flights leave from the Mackenzie Helicopters base, five minutes from the Lake Tekapo town centre, unless the home’s listing says otherwise.
In-home touches
Turn-down, fresh flowers, local chocolates and artisan treats.
QUESTIONS, ANSWERED
Indulge questions
What is the best stargazing experience in Lake Tekapo?
Options range from the Dark Sky Project’s summit tours at Mt John to a private astronomer at your home. For privacy and comfort, we recommend a private session from your deck or hot tub.
Can you help plan a proposal in Lake Tekapo?
Yes. We can arrange a private location, flowers and styling, a photographer and a catered dinner – tell us your dates and we’ll plan it quietly.
Do scenic flights run in winter?
Yes. Scenic flights operate year-round, weather permitting – winter often brings the clearest, snowiest views of the Alps. We keep an eye on the forecast and rebook if conditions change.
