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Stargazing in Lake Tekapo

Stargazing Tour in Lake Tekapo

Stargazing in Lake Tekapo New Zealand

Experience the wonder of the night sky with Silver River’s Stargazing Tour in Lake Tekapo, known for its exceptional dark skies and breathtaking celestial views. Look forward to an unforgettable journey through the night sky, where the wonders of the universe come to life in the clear, dark skies of Lake Tekapo.

Tour Highlights

  • Guided Night Sky Tour: Spend 75 minutes discovering the wonders of the universe with Silver River’s expert guides. Enjoy at least 60 minutes under the stars, learning about important stars and constellations with the help of powerful 14” telescopes and special astro-lasers.
  • Exclusive Small Group Experience: The tours are capped at 10 participants, ensuring a personalized experience with ample time to use the telescopes and ask questions.
  • Family-Friendly: We welcome guests of all ages, including infants (one infant per tour, booked on the earliest departure).

What’s Included

  • Complimentary Transport: Enjoy convenient transport to and from the stargazing site, located just minutes from Lake Tekapo Township.
  • Warm Down Jackets: Stay comfortable during the tour with a toasty warm down jackets.
  • Modern Telescopes: Use state-of-the-art 14” telescopes for incredible views of deep space objects.
  • Digital Photos: Capture the moment with a photo of your group under the stars, uploaded within 48 hours to our public Flickr website for easy sharing.

Unique Features

  • Prime Stargazing Location: The tours are conducted in the gold-rated Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve, one of the darkest skies on the planet, providing an unparalleled stargazing experience.
  • 360° Panoramic Views: Enjoy vast, unobstructed views of the southern night sky from carefully selected stargazing sites.

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