Visit Twizel

Twizel is the Mackenzie region’s largest town and features many excellent cafés, bars, restaurants, and shops. There are epic views of   mountains in all directions and the town is close to five lakes – handy for boating, fishing and swimming. By night it is a stargazer’s delight  as Twizel is located in the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve. You can cycle some of the world-famous Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail  with several day trips near town. Twizel is just a 45-minute drive to either Aoraki/Mount Cook or Lake Tekapo – making it a perfect  place to base yourself as you explore the area.