This region is celebrated for its "off the beaten track" activities and attractions, especially for the adventurous traveller.

You can take a scenic flight over Lake Tekapo and Mount Cook giving you superb views over the Southern Alps. You can ski-plane and land on the Tasman Glacier. All sorts of ski and snowboarding options are available, including heli-skiing and ski touring, with experienced guides. There is climbing, tramping and a glacier exploration adventure. Mountain climbing is very popular here, with Mt Cook being the ultimate goal for the more adventurous climbers, guides can organise your climb and supply all the necessary equipment. Boat cruises, canoeing or kayaking tours of Lake Tekapo are a great way to see this area, also a good way to get a fish, or try out heli-fishing, which saves travel time and is awesome for sight seeing also.