discover TWIZEL

Off State Highway 8, just 35 minutes from Lake Takapō, the vibrant town of Twizel is the perfect base for exploring the best that the South Island has to offer. Stay for a night, a week, or a lifetime and you’ll experience a community bustling with activity where you can open the door to many unique outdoor adventures. Nestled in the Mackenzie Basin and with world-class views of Aoraki/Mt Cook, Twizel truly is the heart of the Mackenzie Country.