Braai, the South African barbecue, is far more than just a cooking method; it embodies the spirit of togetherness, tradition, and celebration. More than just food over flames, it is a ritual that brings people together, igniting conversations, laughter, and unforgettable moments.
When you Braai with Sy the experience comes right to your location, anywhere in the Mackenzie Region. The fire crackles, the aroma fills the air, and the rich flavours are savoured with friends. It’s not just about cooking; it’s about connection, warmth, and stories shared under the open sky. A Braai is never just a...
Based in Fairlie and servicing the wider Mackenzie Region, Hubbard Plumbing & Gas offers a wide range of plumbing, gas-fitting and drain-laying services. They are proud members of Master Plumbers and are SiteWise accredited.
Excellence in pest, insect, odour and hygiene control and management. Fully qualified MPI-approved and members of PMANZ.
Spider-proofing external and internal, rodent control, fly/Insect control and odour control and management for both residential and integrated plans for business.
Offering a range of DIY products and the well-known and proven natural pyrethrin automatic dispensers.
Dave is a New Zealand registered independent marriage and civil union celebrant with more than seven years experience uniting couples in South Canterbury and further afield.
You will enjoy Dave’s relaxed friendly style and great sense of humour as he works alongside you to create your perfect ceremony. You can relax safe in the knowledge that Dave’s public speaking skills and professionalism will ensure your ceremony is planned and delivered exactly as you expect.
As a ‘Validated Member’ of Celebrants Aotearoa / Te Kāhui Ārahi Ritenga o Aotearoa, Dave adheres to the highest standards of professionalism,...
A team of housekeepers with experience cleaning for both high-end luxury properties and standard holiday rentals. Whether you’re looking for reliable turnover cleans between guest stays or deep cleans to restore your property to pristine condition, they provide a tailored cleaning solution that exceeds expectations.
Join a shared stargazing experience right by the lakefront. Or stay at your accommodation and the observatory comes to you for a private tour.
All in-depth activities are led by an experienced astronomy guide, have a maximum 10 guests and last 90-minutes. You’ll get to use premium telescopes and comfortable moon chairs, while fleece blankets and hot chocolate help keep you cozy.
A photo of your party with the night sky in the background will be sent to you. Expert commentary is provided in English – the private option can also be in French, Spanish or Dutch.
Tour coach and bus service in the South Island, connecting cities with the Mackenzie Region. Offering bespoke tours, airport transfers and shuttles for smaller groups, and more.
They have a 20-seater luxury mini coach, bike trailers, a 35-seater minibus, and a 50-seater luxury coach.
Crystal Clear Windows Mackenzie, your local efficient professional window cleaners take pride in providing crystal clear windows for the local townships.
The Mackenzie is home to New Zealand’s largest dark sky reserve, wouldn’t it be great to see it!?
Ranging from builders’ cleans to residences, Airbnb, and cleans for the local real estate industry. They cover everything windows.
They look forward to working with you to get the best views possible for you and yours. Please message or call for a booking or quote.
Welcome to Pristine Touch, your premier choice for exceptional cleaning solutions in the breathtaking Mackenzie Region. As a locally owned and operated business, they pride themselves on delivering exceptional cleanliness with a personal touch, tailored to meet the unique needs of their diverse clientele.
Experience the difference that local expertise and personal dedication can make – trust Pristine Touch to bring out the best in your home or business.
Your special day can be made easy and stress-free with Simply Stunning Wedding Makeup. They offer a mobile makeup service and they come to your home or hotel anywhere in the Mackenzie Region – including Tekapo, Aoraki/Mount Cook and Twizel.
As well as bridal makeup, they specialise in pre-wedding photo shoots, wedding pirates, mother of the bride, maid of honour, bridesmaids and flower girls.
Their team works closely with hairdressers, photographers, celebrants and venues within South Canterbury and can provide you with their contact details if you wish.
Specialising in timeless, yet easy and fun, legacy wedding and couples photography. Agnes will create photos with you that capture the essence of your love in a way that is elegant, authentic, fun and straight-out gorgeous!
The stunning scenic vistas of the local area make a fantastic backdrop to your wedding or couple photos – any time of the year!
Come and explore the beautiful area that is the MacKenzie Region and create memories and images that you can treasure forever.
Creating ‘MaGikal Visual Stories’ and capturing precious fleeting moments that are truly priceless: the laugh, the kiss, the hug, the look, that smile and more. The joy of being able to look back by flicking through the photo book, the album, a moment captured and in a frame on your desk. Seeing a special moment hanging up on the wall reminding you and then reliving those special moments over and over again. Sealing those cherished moments of your visual story for a lifetime.
Kendall Studio is a wedding, family & lifestyle photography business based in Twizel. They offer relaxed and fun photoshoots that aim to represent your relationship and or family dynamic. They would love to work with you!
Hannah believes in celebrating your wedding your way! This of course includes kicking off the celebrations with a ceremony that fits who you are and what’s important to you.
Hannah gives you options, will listen to you and create a ceremony you’ll love – woven with your story or short & sweet…a few laughs, a few tears…always with love & joy.
And just to be clear – your sexuality, gender identity, age, age gap or whether you like Vegemite or Marmite better doesn’t impact how much Hannah would love to celebrate with you!
Cheeky Kea Travel specializes in providing customers with unforgettable experiences. Whether it is a day tour, private charter, or a multiday tour you will get top-quality service at competitive rates.
Cheeky Kea Travel is passionate about New Zealand and her natural beauty. Sustainability is a core component to business operations and that is why Cheeky Kea is proud to be certified carbon-neutral.
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Adore your designs – Three Peaks guarantee! Suspend or cancel your subscription anytime. Embrace boundless creative autonomy, embarking on an exceptional journey from the outset.
Join them now to redefine your brand’s visual narrative!
PureTrails are a market leader in guided cycling holidays. Prepare to immerse yourself in the sheer beauty and awe-inspiring landscapes as you embark on either of their two exhilarating Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail tours. They start and finish from either Christchurch or Queenstown.
Leave the worries behind as they take care of every detail. Your tour will be fully guided allowing you to relish the experience without any planning or strenuous arrangements. PureTrails have thought of everything: top-notch accommodation, mouthwatering meals, homebaked snacks, reliable support vehicles, private transport,...
Tekapo Shuttle offers a convenient connection between Lake Tekapo and Aoraki/Mount Cook. Experience the convenience of reliable transportation for both individuals and groups. Capture breathtaking photos and embark on exciting hiking adventures with additional transfers to Tasman Glacier and the Hooker Valley Track in Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park.
Services:
・Aoraki/Mount Cook transport
・Private charter
In addition, Tekapo Shuttle also offers assistance in case of car troubles or when emergency transportation is needed. For more details, please visit their website.
Have you tried yin, vinyasa and hot yoga and think you’ve got it all figured out? There is so much more – welcome to Yoga Under The Hills! Private yoga classes delivered to your door. 14 years of experience teaching yoga classes, including yoga therapy.
Instructor Kasia Podgorni has been practising yoga since 2006 and teaching since 2009. She has studied with the most renowned teachers from India, Europe and the United States.
Try a new style and practice with Kasia, in the comfort of your own home in the Mackenzie Region.
Auldwood Birds is a guided bird-watching company operating in the Mackenzie Region and throughout Canterbury.
They specialise in individually designed tours for each client’s needs.
Top of the list for birders on their Mackenzie Region tours are the kakī (black stilt), the world’s rarest wading bird and a Mackenzie icon; and the ngutu pare (wrybill) the only bird in the world with a bill that bends sideways.
Their tours explore Lake Tekapo and surrounds to give visitors the best chance to see these and many other native and endemic birds that make the Mackenzie their home.
The Social Experience is a (social media) marketing agency based in Twizel, operating in the Mackenzie Region and beyond.
The digital marketing services they provide include social media strategy and management, Facebook and Instagram training and coaching, content creation, photography and newsletter and email marketing.
The Social Experience assists you in all your needs with a personal and tailored service suited to that business you’re so passionate about!
Skylark Creative is a marketing agency based near Twizel providing practical and creative solutions for all marketing requirements.
Services include marketing strategy, digital optimisation, website design, copywriting, social media management, and training.
They are a registered provider with the Regional Business Partner Network.
Skylark Creative combines blue-sky thinking with common sense to help your business soar!
Mitchell Clark Creative is a freelance creative business specialising in photography. Based in the Lake Tekapo/Mackenzie Region, servicing New Zealand and worldwide.
Focused on creating unique and original images based around the outdoors. Key areas are adventure, aerial, portrait, travel, commercial, lifestyle, automotive and outdoor photography.
If you require work for any brand or individual, corporate or personal. No job is too small or too big!
– 2020 New Zealand Geographic photographer of the year finalist.
– 2021 Create Festival finalist
DediKate (by Kate Ivey Fitness) is the online health and fitness community for all busy women, based right in the Mackenzie Region!
They stream to hundreds of women all over the world from their office on the shores of Lake Pūkaki, and from picturesque locations throughout our stunning region. You will workout with Aoraki/Mount Cook as your backdrop, Lake Ōhau and Lake Ruataniwha – just to name a few!
Wherever you are, join them and they will motivate you to achieve your health and fitness goals while you continue to enjoy the tranquillity and majestic nature of the Mackenzie Region!
MacKenzie Supply Services are based in Temuka and provide transportation, storage and door-to-door freight transport from Canterbury through to the Mackenzie Region/North Otago regions.
They have depots in Twizel, Oamaru, Christchurch and Temuka.
Their services include:
Refrigerated transport and storage for frozen goods
Bulk freight shifting
Rural cartage
Freight of goods such as wool and hay
Photography
Kevin is available for commercial, landscape, wedding and sporting photography projects around the Mackenzie Region. Kevin is a motivated, technically savvy, creative photographer that can deliver exceptional images to you on time and on budget.
Teaching Photography
Kevin loves to teach and pass on his knowledge and passion for photography. He is available for conferences and workshops worldwide.
Speaking Presentations
Kevin is an experienced public speaker and gives presentations and workshops that will engage you. He’s been a keynote speaker at national conventions and delivered...
Love and the Mackenzie Region go hand in hand! If you’re needing a wedding photographer, or want to do an engagement shoot, then look no further than Bev Bell, who is based in the local area.
Whether it’s at Aoraki/Mount Cook or Lake Tekapo – Bev knows all the great places to go, and will bring her own passion and fun with her!
You won’t regret choosing Bev – she’s easy to communicate with, and will give you photos that will last a lifetime – and more!
A marriage celebrant who likes to work with clients to have the ceremony of their dreams.
Every ceremony is different as is every couple and this deserves all the respect. Weddings are unique to each couple and as such, there is no ‘cookie cutter’ ceremony from Donella. She enjoys working with couples to make their ceremony personalised for them.
Couples have so much to think about planning their big day – Donella’s role is to make sure that the legal particulars are taken care of and the ceremony goes as planned.
Looking to get married and want a ceremony that completely reflects you as a couple? You won’t be disappointed with Sarah as your celebrant for your special day.
A totally unique and personalised ceremony can include traditions, themes or rituals, incorporating cultures and enactments or alternatively have a simple registry-style ceremony in a place of your choice.
From as small a wedding as five or as large as 200 guests – it’s your day, it’s your way and love is love. Sarah travels all over South Canterbury, Mackenzie, North Otago and the rest of NZ if necessary.
If you are looking for a traditional ceremony or one with a theme, there are many ways to create a bespoke ceremony that reflects who you are as a couple.
What ideas do you have to ensure a truly magical and meaningful ceremony? We are all individuals, therefore, your ceremony needs to reflect that unique wonder. Jillian is receptive to suggestions to shape your ceremony to what you both want to experience. If you find you are overwhelmed by ideas and want some guidance around what might work best then Jillian will guide you.
This is a time of love and joy and it’s important to ensure that the...
Chris from Focus Photography specialises in wedding photography in and around the stunning landscapes of the Mackenzie Region. He was awarded NZIPP Wedding Photographer of the Year. His passion is to capture natural, in-the-moment imagery, incorporating beautiful landscapes and light. He looks for colour and texture to work into his photography, in an artistic way.
With the ever-changing conditions of the Mackenzie Region, Chris embraces the elements – whether it’s rain, snow, wind or all of the above. With over 10 years experience, Chris knows the Mackenzie Region well, and he is as passionate...
New Zealand Dream Weddings specialises in destination weddings, ceremonies and blessings within New Zealand. Packages range from Aoraki/Mount Cook snow and glacier weddings to ceremonies in the Church of the Good Shepherd on the shore of Lake Tekapo. New Zealand Dream Weddings works exclusively with each couple to provide personal service and a stress-free wedding day.
New Zealand Dream Weddings have the advantage of having an internationally renowned wedding planner and photographer with a strong emphasis on professional and friendly service. From weddings, wedding blessings, and same-sex weddings...
Marquee & Event Hire are the Mackenzie specialists for marquee weddings in the region.
From full marquee wedding packages through to glassware and crockery hire, Marquee & Event Hire have the best range in the region.
With years of wedding and event knowledge behind them, the team will work with you in the planning and preparation stages of your big day to ensure your wedding is a great success!
You’ve found the perfect spot in the Mackenzie to get married – let Marquee & Event Hire do the rest.
Whether you’re dreaming of an intimate elopement, a grand wedding with family and friends, or something in between, Jade, your experienced and trusted marriage celebrant, is available every day of the week.
Getting married should be a joyful journey, not a stressful ordeal. With Jade at your side, you can relax and savour every moment of your ceremony.
Ceremony Options:
Customised Celebrations: Personalised ceremonies that reflect your unique love story, beliefs, and cultural traditions.
Traditional Ceremonies: Perfect for those who appreciate timeless customs.
Simple and Heartfelt: Intimate,...
As a licensed celebrant, Caroll delights in creating special memories for couples getting married in the stunning Lake Tekapo area or in the mountains via helicopter.
Caroll is happy to assist couples in planning a special ceremony that reflects their individuality and uniqueness.
Modern technology makes it easy to put together all the details for those travelling to Lake Tekapo from afar.
Delivering high-speed broadband to hard-to-reach homes, businesses, holiday lodges and campsites around the Mackenzie Region for over 10 years. Coverage from Burkes Pass to Omarama side of the Lindis Pass, Aoraki/Mount Cook, Lake Ōhau and Ahuriri Valley.
Owned and operated by locals Gren Povall and Hoppie Joubert. More than 40 collective years of experience in the fields of telecommunications installation and maintenance.
The company provides the services of specialist technicians and electricians serving the telecommunications, IT, telemetry and LV electrical industries.
Servicing the Mackenzie Region & beyond, Lake Tekapo-based photographer Joseph Pooley specializes in creating captivating landscape & astrophotography images.
His services include portrait/lifestyle, travel/adventure, events/commercial photography, plus 360° VR imagery.
Joseph offers private tuition & runs landscape/astrophotography workshops amongst the Mackenzie’s picturesque landscapes and beneath its starry night skies.
In addition, he sells his stunning images in the form of canvas & fine-art print as well as customized stationery for businesses or individuals.
Joseph...
If you have had an accident or your car has broken down, they will get you to your destination. Transfers to and from Mackenzie Region and beyond including Twizel, Aoraki/Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo, Omarama, Queenstown, Wanaka, Christchurch, Timaru, Oamaru, and Dunedin.
Sightseeing tours around the Mackenzie Region are available with informative commentary and photo opportunities. Cycle transport – pick up or drop off on the Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail and walking tracks
By reserving your private transfer vehicle you can have the reassurance and security that you’ll be picked up on time and taken...
Cheeky Kiwi prides itself on delivering world-class Kiwi hospitality in some of the most beautiful parts of Aotearoa.
Join their talented tour guides in modern, comfortable mini-buses. Learn about engaging local history and mythology, visit spectacular landscapes and enjoy a variety of hand-picked activities and stops.
All tours are run with entertaining, informative commentary and are intentionally kept small to allow for a personalised experience.
Join them on board to experience what makes the Cheeky Kiwi experience so memorable.
Andy is a believer in good, honest story-telling — and a wedding is the perfect format for this to happen. It’s the one day that finally arrives which has consumed your energy for so long, yet you still have no real control over. Capturing that wild experience is what Andy loves — natural and unscripted.
Based nearby in Wanaka, Andy is often found venturing about the hidden places the Mackenzie Region has to offer.
Trail Adventures is a family-owned and operated cycle tour business who take pride in offering personalised service that will lead to creating life-long memories on the Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail. This is done by focusing on real, quality experiences from beginning to end. They use their knowledge and expertise to plan, organise and implement cycle trail experiences on the Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail in the Mackenzie and Waitaki districts.
If you wish to cycle through some of New Zealand’s most diverse and picturesque landscapes, Trail Adventures will tailor a trip to suit you or you can join one...
For over 25 years Adventure South NZ have been operating guided cycling holidays in some of New Zealand’s most outstanding locations.
Explore some of the South Island’s most spectacular landscapes by bike on their fully guided and supported Alps 2 Ocean Cycle tours.
They include all accommodation, most meals, a support vehicle, private transport and experienced guides so you can forget about the planning and all the other hard bits, and focus on the adventure ahead.
Choose from one of their two Alps 2 Ocean itineraries departing from Queenstown or Christchurch.
Based out of Lake Tekapo, Alpha CruX Stargazing & Astrophotography is a fully mobile service providing private astronomy tours and astrophotography lessons throughout the Mackenzie Region.
They strive to offer something a little special by helping you to avoid the crowds and enjoy an intimate, personalized experience under the stars from the comfort and convenience of your home or holiday accommodation.
We can’t wait to welcome you to the Legendary Mackenzie! Step into the great wide open and discover NZ’s highest mountains, longest glaciers, vivid turquoise lakes, golden grasslands and clearest starry skies. Take a scenic flight into the mountains and land on glaciers; enjoy the night sky within the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve; explore the amazingly beautiful landscape by cycling, walking, kayaking, swimming, skiing and more.