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Tekapo Star Gazing Tour - Soak in the Stars
(116) Reviews
Lake Tekapo
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The ultimate in stellar relaxation, Tekapo Star Gazing is the only guided stargazing and hot pools tour in New Zealand! It combines the stunning Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve with the soul-warming hot pools of Tekapo Springs. A 1.5-hour experience, the first half of the tour begins with an introduction to the night sky using high-powered telescopes and a fascinating combination of astronomy and storytelling. The second half is spent floating in our 37.5-38.5 degree hot pool on inflatable hammocks, gazing up at the night sky as our guides continue to entertain with cultural and scientific stories of the sky. The tour includes complimentary towels, robes and hot drinks.
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Exclusive use of the hot pools at night in a group of no more than 32
Pick up/drop off from Lake Tekapo Township (subject to availability and upon request only)
A warm woolen blanket to use whilst outside exploring the universe.
A floating hammock to use whilst floating in the hot pools
Professionally guided tour of the largest dark sky reserve.
Food and non-alcoholic drinks (some hot drinks provided on the tour)
Alcoholic drinks (cannot be brought to the premises)
Swimwear, robes and towels available to borrow
Meeting Points
Departure
Tekapo Springs
Return
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Minimum age to join the tour is 10 years old.
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Dress accordingly to the weather conditions. A warm blanket will be provided but temperatures can be very low in our alpine environment.
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Wheelchair accessible, please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required due to limited availability
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Tekapo Star Gazing is the only guided hot pools and star gazing experience in New Zealand. The tour operates from the renowned facilities of Tekapo Springs, combining the stunning Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve with our soul-warming hot pools. The guided portion of the tour focuses on the mythology and legend attributed to celestial objects by different cultures around the world. If the skies do not co-operate for outdoor stargazing, an informative indoor experience is run instead, featuring the use of a high-definition projector and stunning full-color satellite images of deep space as well as interactive elements and similar fascinating and informative content as in the outdoor tour - including an introduction to our telescopes.
The second half of the tour is where it really gets magical in a (37.5-38.5-degree Celsius) hot pool, let the real world melt away as you lie back with the help of a floating hammock to ensure ultimate relaxation and easy sky viewing.
1 hour and 30 minutes
Tekapo Star Gazing Tour - Soak in the Stars
(116) Reviews
Lake Tekapo
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Price varies by group size
About
The ultimate in stellar relaxation, Tekapo Star Gazing is the only guided stargazing and hot pools tour in New Zealand! It combines the stunning Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve with the soul-warming hot pools of Tekapo Springs. A 1.5-hour experience, the first half of the tour begins with an introduction to the night sky using high-powered telescopes and a fascinating combination of astronomy and storytelling. The second half is spent floating in our 37.5-38.5 degree hot pool on inflatable hammocks, gazing up at the night sky as our guides continue to entertain with cultural and scientific stories of the sky. The tour includes complimentary towels, robes and hot drinks.
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Exclusive use of the hot pools at night in a group of no more than 32
Pick up/drop off from Lake Tekapo Township (subject to availability and upon request only)
A warm woolen blanket to use whilst outside exploring the universe.
A floating hammock to use whilst floating in the hot pools
Professionally guided tour of the largest dark sky reserve.
Food and non-alcoholic drinks (some hot drinks provided on the tour)
Alcoholic drinks (cannot be brought to the premises)
