Highlights
- 1.5 hour Lake Tekapo stargazing tour
- 9.25 inch telescopes & professional guide
- Blankets, hot chocolate & marshmallows included!
- This small group tour is family friendly!
Description
Embark on an unforgettable celestial journey with Chameleon Stargazing in Tekapo. This small group Lake Tekapo stargazing tour offers a unique and enchanting experience that will leave visitors in awe of the night sky. Taking place within the International Mackenzie Dark Sky Reserve in Lake Tekapo - this will be a night to remember!
During this 90 minute Lake Tekapo stargazing tour, you will have access to a powerful 9.25" telescope - reminiscent of the one owned by the great Stephen Hawking himself! A professional astronomy guide operates the telescope for you, revealing the mysteries of the solar system and deep sky objects, providing an educational and mesmerizing experience. The tour takes place by the Tekapo River, just a 4 minute drive from Lake Tekapo's centre.
Photos can be captured under the dark, starry sky with yourself, friends & family, which will be edited and sent to you by the Chameleon Stargazing team after the tour - free of charge!
It can get a little cold at night, so stay cosy during the tour with outdoor furniture, pillows, mattresses, and blankets provided for comfort. And Lake Tekapo's chilly nights are no match for the warm and delicious hot chocolate provided, keeping you toasty warm as up gaze at the night sky. And as the tour concludes, you will gather around the fire bowl to roast marshmallows with friends and family, adding a delightful touch to the stargazing adventure.
With friendly guides and an incredible zero light pollution location, Chameleon Stargazing is a fantastic option for stargazing at Lake Tekapo. Witness the wonders of the largest dark sky reserve in the world with friends & family on this 90 minute experience.
Trip Includes
- 90 minute Lake Tekapo stargazing tour
- Small group tour (maximum 12 people)
- Professional astronomy guide
- Free individual or family photos
- Comfortable seats, blankets & heaters
- Hot chocolate & roasted marshmallows
Duration
Departures
- Departure times vary depending on the season & night sky
- Departs from Rapuwai Lane in Lake Tekapo (4 minutes drive from Lake Tekapo village centre)
- Operates daily all year
Other Information
- Child rates apply (5-16yrs)
- This is a budget-friendly & family-friendly stargazing experience in Lake Tekapo
- Maximum of 12 people on the tour
- This tour uses a Celestron CPC Deluxe 9.25-inch telescope, which is popular amongst amateur astronomers
- Your guide had over 7 years of astronomy guiding experience and was an observer at the famous Mt John Observatory
Normal Retail Prices
- Adult: NZD$109.00
- Child (5-16yrs): NZD$79.00
All prices shown in NZD$.