Lake Pukaki 🏞️

#tesaruonbudget On the road to Mount Cook, Lake Pukaki is famous for its unreal turquoise water caused by glacial minerals. The lake is free to visit, and its scenic pull-offs make for incredible photos with Aoraki/Mount Cook in the background. Budget travelers can also enjoy camping at designated lakeside DOC sites for just a few dollars. Salmon farms nearby offer affordable snacks if you want a treat. For #tesaruonbudget explorers, Lake Pukaki is one of those stops where the best experience—standing in awe of the color and scenery—costs nothing but time.