Southern Skies Stargazing Tour in Dunedin

4.9
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4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

The Southern Skies Star Gazing tour takes you out to the Otago Peninsula on a journey of discovery to learn about the unique celestial features of the Southern sky, while also sharing stories and waiata (songs) about how Māori viewed the night sky. 

The Otago peninsula coastline provides a clear and breath-taking view of the night sky, along with a magical backdrop of coastal bird calls echoing across Hoopers inlet. In the right conditions, this rural coastal area is a prime viewing location for the Southern Lights, Aurora Australis 

Enjoy Māori manaakitanga (hospitality) with a light supper and hot beverage.  Sit back, relax and be enchanted.

Departs Dunedin 8PM (October to March) and 6PM (April to September)

What's Included

Light refreshments
Snacks
Air-conditioned vehicle
Coffee and/or Tea
Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We collect from most centrally located accommodations, the Dunedin i-Site in the Octagon and some accommodation on the Otago Peninsula. Drop off back at accommodation.

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Meeting point

We'll meet outside the Dunedin i-Site window. It's on the corner of George street and the Octagon.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    A farm where we will view stars, listen to some Maori cultural stories, and enjoy a light supper and hot drink

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Settle in for an evening of stargazing and stories

    1 hour • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Horizon Tours

Tags

Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Cultural Tours
Night Tours
Likely to Sell Out
Small Group
Excellent Quality

Cancellation Policy

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

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