Arrival at Twizel

We managed to arrive at Lake Tekapo at dusk. Wanted to stopped for late lunch at Lake Tekapo but I guess we left Christchurch kinda late.

Anyway, such delightful scenery awaited us! The colours of the setting sun and the surrounding water and mountains were just glorious to look at.

We stopped for a while, taking photos, photos and more photos.

Then onward to our accommodation at Twizel, Mountain Chalet Motel.

At first, we had the Backpackers' Lodge all to ourselves. However, a hitch-hiker decided he wouldn't be able to get a ride out after all and we had to share the lodge with him. But well, can't complain - it was the cheapest of all our accommodation. And NZ$18 is an unbeatable price for long hot showers and beds with electric blankets.

Dinner was at the 'nearby' township of Twizel. Went to this cafe that the owner of the motel recommended. Robin had the mixed grill while I had a burger and a lasagna topper. Wondering what a topper is? It's basically a palm-sized fried batter filled with cheese, ham, tomato sauce, etc.

Drove back to the motel after dinner, and nearly got a crick on my neck from staring at the awesome stars above us.

Can't imagine how much better the stars will look tomorrow night when we stay at Mount Cook itself. *grin*