Lake Tekapo Stargazing Tour at Mt. John Observatory | New Zealand
- Gaze into the cosmos and discover all the magnificent celestial sights the southern sky has to offer
- Find out what it's like to be an astronomer and learn about the different research being conducted at Mt. John
- Catch constellations in the sky that can be seen by the naked eye
Product Info
— What You Can Expect —
Go on this exciting Mt John Observatory evening tour for a wonderful night full of constellations, stars, and planets!
Get a look inside an astronomer's work and life with the exclusive behind-the-scenes view of Mt. John Observatory's research and equipment. Make sure to put on the US Antarctic Expedition jackets provided to keep you warm throughout the night. Get a solar-powered LED flashlight and a cup of hot chocolate as well.
Discover more about the universe alongside expert astronomers with this mystical experience.
— Additional info —
- During most times of the year, tours may start anytime between 6:30 pm and 10:00 pm
- During the summer months, tours usually start anytime between 10:00 pm and 12:00 am, finishing as late as 2:00 am
- You must call to re-confirm your exact tour time on the day of (contact details will be printed on your voucher)
- Tours are not available on Tuesdays and Wednesdays
Discover the wonderful sights the southern sky has to offer
Catch the visible objects and constellations in the sky
Get a glimpse of what life is like for an astronomer
Experience the thrill of looking deep into the cosmos with powerful telescopes
Bring your DSLR camera and capture the night sky in all its magnificence
Purchase Notice
- This tour is offered in both English and Japanese languages. Please select your preferred language at the time of booking
- You must be over 8 years old to participate in this tour
- If it is cloudy, you will have the opportunity to visit the southernmost optical research facility in the world, The University of Canterbury Mt. John Observatory, which is usually not accessible to anyone other than the astronomers who are carrying out groundbreaking research each night
- Tours will be canceled if there are high winds, rain, ice, or snow
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Reminders
You must call to re-confirm your exact tour time on the day of (contact details will be printed on your voucher)
How to Redeem Your Voucher
How to Use Your Voucher
- Please present the e-voucher on-site
Meeting Point
Location Name: Dark Sky Project
Address: Twizel Main Street, 7945, Fairlie-Tekapo Rd, Lake Tekapo 7999, New ZealandCancellation Policy
- Once the order has been completed, it cannot be canceled, modified, or refunded
- Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.
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