Tekapo Springs offers three tiered Hot Pools, landscaped in local greywacke rock and surrounded by the region’s native alpine plants, to create a natural setting. Pool temperatures range from forty degrees Celsius to thirty six degrees Celsius. The pools have benched seating so guest can sit back, relax and soak.
Situated under Mt. John, Tekapo Springs Glacial Spa is the ideal location to relax and revive, while overlooking the picturesque setting. The spa’s sauna and steam rooms are set at optimum temperatures and can cater for up to ten people at one time. The spa also offers a traditional plunge pool, which is set at lake temperature.
Tekapo Springs also operates a scenic skating rink. The outdoor Olympic hockey sized rink is open from April to September.
Tekapo Springs has introduced Summer Tube Rides to Lake Tekapo. Riders use the winter snow tubes. The synthetic carpet has the same slippery properties as snow, with curves, corners and slopes for a thrilling ride on gravity.
Tekapo Springs has brought a large inflatable water slide to New Zealand. The amazing water-slide is 11 meters high, 53 meters long and 24 meters wide. It is positioned on the outdoor rink at Tekapo Springs from December through to February.
At the center of the Tekapo Springs complex is the Tahr Bar & Cafe. The cafe features stunning views over Lake Tekapo and the Two Thumb mountain range. It offers an ever changing menu of family dishes, including regional fare and a range of homemade snacks. The cafe is the ideal place to refuel and enjoy a range of beverages. Over winter, warm up next to the fire place with mulled wine.