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Sophia Toomb
"What an incredible way to kick off the road trip. A three hour drive from Christchurch will bring you to Lake Tekapo and your first lupin sightings! We did not spend a lot of time at the lake, but it was a gorgeous place to spend a couple of hours taking in the views and walking around. You can walk up to the Mt John Summit for some spectacular views, check out the Church of the Good Shephard, relax on the beach, go for a swim, take pics with/of lupins, etc."
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"Made famous for the lupins in spring, this lake is a stunning spot to visit all year round. Have your breath taken away by the blue of the water, and stick around till night time to see some of the clearest night skies in the country! "
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Stephen Jiroch
"Note that Lupines will only really be found here in November & December. They are completely dead/gone by January. "
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