Ranginui Tekapo

01/05/2026

Valentina is having a blast looking after our guests while we are away, and it seems our guests feel the same 💕

26/03/2026

Introducing Valentina Alvarez ( A post overdue by a number of years.......! )

We first met Valentina in Chile around 15 years ago, and from the very beginning she felt like part of our family—so much so that we fondly think of her as our “Chilean daughter.” Over the years, she has returned time and again to support us at Ranginui at Lake Tekapo, stepping in to manage things as needed. Her dedication and reliability have been a constant, and we’ve come to truly value the care she brings to everything she does.
Valentina has a naturally warm and welcoming manner that puts both guests and team members at ease. Combined with her extensive experience in hospitality, she creates an environment that feels relaxed, thoughtful, and genuinely cared for. We feel incredibly fortunate to have her as part of our team, and it gives us great peace of mind knowing that Ranginui is in such capable and caring hands whenever she is here.

27/10/2025

Champagne 🥂 and make happy guests waiting for the road to open.

27/10/2025

Hungry wee waxeyes in the snow

07/08/2025

Happy 90th Birthday to The Church of the Good Shepherd

05/06/2025

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Look at the Winter wonderland at Lake Tekapo this morning from the Ranganui cam. A beautiful scene :)

22/05/2025

Check out this amazing flip book on all the Mackenzie Country has to offer in winter ❄️ ⛰️ ⛷️ 🍷 ☀️

Home to independent family-owned ski areas, azure blue lakes, the mighty peaks of Aoraki / Mt Cook and high country Kiwi hospitality.

10/05/2025

Deals for winter 2026 ⛷🏂⛄️🍷 - discount code WELCOMEOZ

Escape the ordinary this winter with direct flights to New Zealand’s Central South Island. Discover the serene landscapes, amazing food, and unforgettable experiences. Do Winter, Different.

01/04/2025

Win a winter roadie to ski the Mackenzie country ⛷️