Mt Cook Stargazing Experience

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1 hour 15 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

This guided stargazing tour combines the grandeur of Mt. Cook with a fascinating journey through the night sky. Using powerful telescopes, you’ll observe planets, star clusters, nebulae, and distant galaxies, all while learning from expert guides who will share the myths and science behind these cosmic phenomena.

Your guides will take photos of you beneath the beauty of the Milky way galaxy- the perfect memento of your night under the stars.

The Mt. Cook area provides an extraordinary setting, with the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps framing the sky, making this a stargazing experience unlike any other. A must-do in the Aoraki Mackenzie Dark Sky Reserve, a UNESCO-recognized site.

What's Included

Customers will be able to use the modern 9.25" telescopes to closely observe the objects of the night sky.
Photos of you under the stars (weather dependent)
Your expert guides will guide you through the science and stories of the night sky.
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please wait at the carpark, guide will be there roughly 10 minutes before with a white van.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes (approximately)
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    Aoraki Mount Cook National Park (Te Wahipounamu)

    This guided stargazing tour combines the grandeur of Mt. Cook with a fascinating journey through the night sky. Using powerful telescopes, you’ll observe planets, star clusters, nebulae, and distant galaxies, all while learning from expert guides who will share the myths and science behind these cosmic phenomena.

    1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Go Tekapo

Tags

Nature and Wildlife Tours
Sustainable Tours
Walking Tours
Eco Tours
Nature Walks
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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