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Mount John Observatory Stargazing Experience, Tekapo
Mount John Observatory Stargazing Experience, Tekapo
Summit Experience - English
For KrisFlyer members only
Summit Experience - Mandarin
For KrisFlyer members only
Highlights
Our most popular astronomy experience at the world-renowned astronomical research centre. Prepare for an awe-inspiring evening of discovery.
Immerse yourself in the stunning surrounds, pristine night skies and sophisticated viewing technologies as our expert guides share the science and stories of our Southern Skies.
High atop Mount John’s 1,029 metre peak, you'll be at the heart of the Southern Hemisphere's largest International Dark Sky Reserve. Every night sky reveals something new. The incredible Milky Way. Far-off planets. Star clusters, solar systems, constellations. You might even glimpse a distant galaxy.
Don't miss New Zealand's premier stargazing experience. Exclusive to Dark Sky Project, the Summit Experience at Mt John Observatory is in partnership with the University of Canterbury.
Itinerary
Dark Sky Project
15 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedCheck-in with the Dark Sky Project team in Lake Tekapo, and be transported up to the summit of Mount John, 1029m above Tekapo and overlooking the surrounding mountains and lakes.University of Canterbury Mt. John Observatory
1 hours 30 minsAdmission Ticket FreeEnjoy a mountaintop stargazing experience from the Summit of Mount John. With exclusive access to the summit, your expert astronomy guide will provide an educational and entertaining experience, deep in the heart of the Aoraki McKenzie International Dark Sky Reserve, the largest Gold standard reserve in the world. Guides will use a combination of naked-eye stargazing with powerful telescopes, all surrounded by the University of Canterbury research centre, an internationally recognised, world class facility.
What's included
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Dark Sky Project
NZD 234
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The experience was great. The operator was well organised and really helped us even though there was a little boo-boo with our booking date. Everything was clear and the guides were also very informative and helpful. It’s a very unique and fun experience if you love the stars!
Amazing experience! We see Jupiter and the Galilean moons!
It’s truly a wonderful experience!
Friendly staff and detailed explanation. Tour was abit short. Roughly an hour in total