We stopped by on the way from Mt. Cook to Christchurch. Took many amazing postcard photos of one of the bluest, most beautiful mirror lakes reflecting the Mt. Cook white capped mountains. Everyone who saw our photos of it, had an image of this type of beauty when they though of New Zealand. A must see!

Lake Pukaki is gorgeous. We "freedom camped" on the shore, and endured a roaring storm! It was exciting and beautiful at the same time. Really enjoyed the smoked salmon we purchased, and had a terrific first night in our Wilderness campervan!

The blue of the lake just has to be seen - the effects of the glacier. The small church at the bottom of the lake is well worth a brief stop. The setting is spectacular.

We drove past Lake Pukaki on our way from Lake Tekapo to Mt Cook and decided to make a quick stop which turned out to be longer than we expected it to be! The views from the lake was beautiful, it is a great place to stop or awhile, take a breather, and enjoy all the sights. There are ample... More

Incredible view up the lake to Mount Cook! Was lucky to catch it on a clear day at sunset. The sun reflecting off the snow was brilliant!

Awesome place to stop and enjoy the views. Not a great deal to do otherwise but who cares! Just relax and soak it in!

If you don't know the color of glacier lade water - be prepared - it is gorgeous. Not much around other than picnic tables but if it is as windy as it often is, you'll not want to spend much time outside. take photos to remember the gorgeous colors!

stunning clear blue lakes with majestic mountains in the background. very windy as well. good for outdoor activities.

we enjoyed an afternooon cycling aroung the bottom of the lake then on to the hydro canals. Fantastic scenery and colours