Lake Pukaki is the stunning blue glacial fed lake which you follow alongside as you take the drive into Mount Cook.

Anyone who has ever experienced and seen Lake Pukaki will agree it is truely one of the most beautiful natural sights you will ever see and I had to add it to the list of photo spots to visit in New Zealand.

The lake is fed by the Tasman River which in turn is fed from the Tasman and Hooker Glaciers. Its distinctive blue colour comes from finely ground glacial rock particles which settle in the lake.

This particular viewpoint from the Visitor Centre Carpark is a great location to capture an iconic image of Mount Cook and if you are lucky some reflections on the lake. Beautiful at both at sunrise and sunset golden hours, make sure you've got your wide angle and zoom lens with you to capture this incredible scene.