High Country Station Tour, Mt Hay Station Lake Tekapo | Go Tekapo | Shaara Deals

12,000 merino sheep, 700 Angus cattle, 25 horses (including some Disney stars) and a live sheep shearing demonstration — Go Tekapo's High Country Station Tour, listed on Shaara Deals from $149, is a 2-hour farm adventure deep into 50,000-acre Mt Hay Station.

Into Mt Hay Station by 4WD Sprinter

Travel begins with the story of Lake Tekapo and historic Mt John Station, riding in comfort in a 12-seater 4WD Mercedes Sprinter van built for both smooth roads and bumpy farm tracks. Tours are capped at 10 guests, keeping things small-group while the landscape stays big — you'll spot 12,000 merino sheep, 700 Angus cattle, alpacas, 25 horses and 15 working dogs along the way, including the horse ranch that's home to horses who starred in Disney's Mulan.

Swan Tarn and Mt John lookout

Highlights include Swan Tarn, an alpine gem framed by the Southern Alps and Aoraki/Mt Cook where you might spot the rare black stilt bird, a taste of pure New Zealand honey produced on the farm, spring water straight from the source at Forks Stream, and a stop at the private Mt John lookout for one of Tekapo's most breathtaking panoramas.

Hands-on at the Mt Hay woolshed

The second half is the interactive Mt Hay Farm Experience: a live sheepdog demonstration, meeting friendly animals up close, a traditional sheep shearing, and the chance to feel freshly shorn merino wool, feed the alpacas and try a "dress like a farmer" photo opportunity. A free petting zoo session — with merino sheep, alpaca, kunekune pigs, a Jersey cow and guinea pigs — can be added by emailing Go Tekapo with your confirmation number to book one of the daily sessions.

Tour details

• Price: From NZD $149.00

• Duration: 120 minutes (approx.)

• Location: Lake Tekapo, Mackenzie District

• Group size: Capped at 10 guests

• Operator: Go Tekapo

What's included

• Guided 4WD tour of Mt Hay Station in a 12-seater Sprinter van

• Farm animal sightings and the story of Lake Tekapo and Mt John Station

• Live sheepdog demonstration and sheep shearing

• Honey tasting and spring water at Forks Stream

• Optional FREE petting zoo session (book by email)

FAQ: High Country Station Tour

How big is Mt Hay Station? It's a 50,000-acre working property, home to 12,000 merino sheep, 700 Angus cattle, alpacas, horses and working dogs.

Is the petting zoo included automatically? No, it's a free add-on — email hello@gotekapo.com with your confirmation number to book a session.

What happens in the woolshed? A live sheepdog demonstration and traditional sheep shearing, plus the chance to feel freshly shorn merino wool and feed the alpacas.

Book the High Country Station Tour with Go Tekapo directly through Shaara Deals:

https://shaaradeals.co.nz/deal/6a950980bd9129517b1379d5