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Lake Pūkaki Essentials
Lake Pūkaki is New Zealand's largest alpine lake, distinguished by its vibrant turquoise color caused by finely ground rock particles known as glacial flour. This list highlights key access points along the southern and western shores, including the Pukaki High Dam and Peter's Lookout. The area is a central part of the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve and serves as the primary gateway to Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park, featuring sustainable salmon farms and organic lavender fields.
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Lake Pukaki — Map
Practical information
- Currency
- New Zealand Dollar NZD $ · Card payments · Widely accepted
- Emergency numbers
- 111
- Electricity
- 230 V · 50 HzType I
- Languages
- English, Māori
- Tap water
- Safe to drink
- Driving side
- Left
- Calling code
- +64
Tours & Activities
Lake Pukaki
View of Mt Cook
Tapataia Mahaka / Peter's Lookout
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