Twizel
Twizel is a small town beautifully located near to rivers, lakes and mountains in the stunning MacKenzie Country. Located near to Aoraki/Mt Cook, and the gateway to the Aoraki Mt Cook World Heritage Park, Twizel boasts one of the world's cleanest, driest and darkest skies. With five lakes located close to Twizel, this is the ideal location to stay and explore the MacKenzie High Country. more
Central to all the attractions of the Mackenzie region, with the Southern Alps as a backdrop, the alpine retreat of Twizel is close to 5 picturesque lakes, including a world-standard rowing course and Formula One class boating area at Lake Ruataniwha. Twizel is the largest town in the Mackenzie region with a resident population of 1,200 people. With this comes a number of highly rated village cafes and eateries and a full range of services.
If fishing is your love and catching salmon, brown or rainbow trout is what you dream of, then don’t go past any of Twizel’s rivers, lakes or canals. Twizel is a popular base for those who are interested in rock and mountain climbing, cycling on the Alps 2 Ocean trail, hunting, boating, skiing or snowboarding in winter or simply relaxing in the town’s cafes.
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BIKE IT NOW! - Central Otago
BIKE IT NOW! - Central Otago
Mobile-friendly - Bike It Now!'s Cycle company is based in Historic Clyde, Central Otago. Our expertise on all the Central Otago trails is well recognised. Our one stop Cycle Shop includes; retail, hire, workshop and tour planning. Our team prides itself on being cycle specialists, delivering premium customer service, and superior knowledge. Open 7 days, because - "We are all about you!"
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- +64 3 449 2228
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- 0800 245 366 (0800 BIKE NOW) (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 25 Holloway Street, Historic Clyde, Otago, New Zealand Make an Enquiry
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CYCLE JOURNEYS Alps 2 Ocean - Twizel and Mount Cook, Canterbury
CYCLE JOURNEYS Alps 2 Ocean - Twizel and Mount Cook, Canterbury
Mobile-friendly - Based in Twizel, we offer full support for your cycle holiday. We can provide bike hire, luggage transportation and accommodation bookings, as well as shuttles to the start of the trail at Aoraki Mt Cook or Lake Takapō (Tekapo) and from the finish of the trail in Ōamaru - whatever you need to make it easy!
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- +64 3 377 2060
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- 0800 224 475 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 3 Benmore Place, Twizel, New Zealand
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CYCLE VENTURES - Oamaru
CYCLE VENTURES - Oamaru
Based in Historic Oamaru, at the base of the Alps 2 Ocean cycle trail. We believe our Alps 2 Ocean tours are the best on the market. Need cycle gear or want to hire a bike? We can help you with that. Tour our site and contact us to discuss your needs. We'd love to be part of your adventure!
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RED CARPET LORD OF THE RINGS™ TOURS - Nationwide
RED CARPET LORD OF THE RINGS™ TOURS - Nationwide
Mobile-friendly - Lord of the Rings™ Tours. We'll take you on 6, 10 or 14 day journey through Middle Earth™. Make your dreams a reality, walk in the footsteps of your favourite character with our Lord of the Rings™ Tour. Visit best Lord of the Rings™/Hobbit™ film-sites with like-minded fans, become part of a fellowship. 5-star winners on Trip-Advisor yearly since 2012.
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- +64 9 410 6561
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- +64 21 461 142
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- PO Box 100-680, North Shore Mail Centre, Auckland, New Zealand
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SKYDIVING KIWIS - South Island
SKYDIVING KIWIS - South Island
Mobile-friendly - Welcome to Skydiving Kiwis, the newest and by far coolest New Zealand tandem skydiving experience. Located only one and a half hours south of Christchurch, a perfect day trip to South Canterbury awaits you... Established in June 2011 by a small group of highly skilled and extremely passionate 'kiwi' skydivers, collectively boasting over 20 years industry experience between them!
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- +64 22 101 1404
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- 0800 359 549 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- Ashburton Aerodrome, Seafield Road, Ashburton, New Zealand
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TWIZEL HOLIDAY PARK - Twizel
TWIZEL HOLIDAY PARK - Twizel
Situated halfway between Queenstown and Christchurch, the closest budget accommodation in Twizel to Aoraki/Mt Cook. Surrounded by mature trees and gardens with views of the mountains. Variety of accommodation and services including cosy cottages (self-contained), en-suite cabins, and backpacker rooms. The power and tent sites have bathrooms and kitchen facilities. BBQ area. Just 500 metre walk to Twizel township.
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- +64 3 435 0507
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- 122 Mackenzie Drive, Twizel, Canterbury, New Zealand
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Meridian Twizel Hard Labour Weekend Events
The 40 km Dusky Trail Mountain Bike race is predominantly an off-road event which is based on the Department of Conservation (DOC) track called the Dusky Trail. It runs along the base of the Ben Ohau Range and takes in ...
Where: Twizel Ben Ohau Station, Twizel, Mackenzie
Address: Glen Lyon Road, Twizel, Mackenzie
From: 11:30am on Saturday 23rd October 2021
To: 3:45pm on Saturday 23rd October 2021
Meridian Twizel Hard Labour Weekend Events
Come and enjoy the only time in the year you are allowed to kayak on the iconic Meridian hydro canals which are closed to all watercraft the rest of the year. The stunning 20km kayak course starts at Lake Ruataniwha, ...
Where: Meridian Rowing Centre, Twizel, Mackenzie
Address: 200 Freda du Faur Avenue, Twizel, Mackenzie
From: 7:30am on Saturday 23rd October 2021
To: 12:00pm on Saturday 23rd October 2021
Meridian Twizel Hard Labour Weekend Hard Labourer Event
Hard Labourers All Three Events Hard Labourers take part in all three events. By registering as a Hard Labourer, competitors will automatically get entered into each separate event. You don’t have to be a hard out a ...
Where: Twizel Ben Ohau Station, Twizel, Mackenzie
Address: Glen Lyon Road, Twizel, Mackenzie
From: 7:00am on Saturday 23rd October 2021
To: 2:30pm on Sunday 24th October 2021
Meridian Twizel Hard Labour Pyramid Run
The stunning Pyramid Run (or walk) takes place in magnificent Mackenzie High Country scenery. The well-marked course allows competitors of all ages and abilities to enjoy the mountains (without climbing any really big ...
Where: Twizel Ben Ohau Station, Twizel, Mackenzie
Address: Glen Lyon Road, Twizel, Mackenzie
From: 7:00am on Sunday 24th October 2021
To: 2:00pm on Sunday 24th October 2021
Austen Found - The Undiscovered Musicals of Jane Austen
“Jane Austen would be turning in her grave with delight…Rollicking good fun!” Rip It Up Adelaide Addicted to Darcy? Bonkers for Big Balls? Lost all Sense and Sensibility? Well put down your cross stitching and ...
Where: Twizel Events Centre, Twizel, Mackenzie
Address: 61 McKenzie Dr, Twizel, Mackenzie
From: 7:30pm on Thursday 28th October 2021
To: 11:59pm on Thursday 28th October 2021
Rugged Landscape & Moonlit Photography Retreat
If you are looking to combine your photography passion with an awesome long weekend, then come join our small group Rugged Landscape & Moonlit photography retreat based in the heart of the McKenzie Country. This retreat ...
Where: Lake Ohau Quarters, Twizel, Mackenzie
Address: 2983B Lake Ohau Rd Ohau, Twizel, Mackenzie
From: 9:00am on Friday 19th November 2021
To: 11:59pm on Monday 22nd November 2021