Join Akaroa’s most popular evening tour for an unforgettable 90-minute immersion into the Milky Way, distant galaxies, and celestial wonders from a pristine dark sky location at Akaroa Heritage Park.

Akaroa is the closest dark-sky experience to Christchurch, just 90 minutes drive! Led by an expert astronomy guide, your tour reveals the Southern night sky’s hidden wonders.

Explore stars, planets, galaxies, and constellations through powerful naked-eye observations and state-of-the-art equipment. Peer through the incredible 10-inch Dobsonian telescope for breathtaking views, and capture stunning celestial images with an innovative ZWO Seestar S50 smart telescope. Please note that the visibility of certain astronomical objects may vary depending on the time of year and Moon phase.

With personalized narration and small group settings, embark on an intimate cosmic journey, discovering the universe’s secrets in the most captivating and memorable way. At the end of your experience, you’ll receive the incredible celestial images captured by the Seestar S50. Your personal digital souvenir photo will be shared with you in the following day or so.

Awe-filled stargazing tour in Akaroa!

5/5
Relax in comfy outdoor chairs, wrapped in warm blankets, with a delicious hot drink in hand as you gaze at the stars.
Canterbury
1 Hour 30 Minutes
2 Adults

$199

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INCLUDED

  • Expert astronomy guide
  • State-of-the-art 10-inch Dobsonian telescope
  • ZWO Seestar S50 smart telescope
  • High-resolution celestial images captured by the Seestar S50 (shared at the end of the tour)
  • Digital souvenir photo of you under the stars (shared the following day or so)
  • Hot drink to keep you warm and cozy
  • Comfortable outdoor seating area to relax and gaze
  • Warm blankets for snuggling up

NOT INCLUDED

  • Transfers, pick-ups, & drop-offs
  • Food

WHAT TO BRING

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Warm clothing (layers recommended!)
  • Water bottle
  • Camera and smartphone

MEETING POINT

  • Akaroa Heritage Park, 280 Long Bay Road, Akaroa 7583

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