Join Hari and Sam, dark sky experts, on a Wairarapa Stargazing Tour. Explore the universe with powerful telescopes, top-quality attachments, and captivating discussions. Virtual reality option available in unsuitable weather.
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1169A Ponatahi Road - Expect an evening of space and astronomy just for you. When stars are visible, we stargaze. When they are not, we entertain you with an e-astronomy experience.
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Stargazing: We meet you on arrival. Then, grab a blanket or jacket through our reception area. The telescope viewing area is 25 meters away, tucked inside our Moon Garden. We spend the next 60–90 minutes viewing the fantastic deep-sky objects of the Southern Sky with our powerful telescopes.
Our private stargazing experience, is exclusive, so you don’t have to share it with anyone outside of your group.
If the weather is unsuitable for stargazing, we will deliver an e-astronomy experience. We will take you on a tour of the universe with our state-of-the-art planetarium software and a big screen. You also get to see our unique collection of astrobiology rocks from across New Zealand - we use these to talk about astrobiology and our contribution to it, and the search for life on Mars. Also part of our e-astronomy experience is exploring the Solar System with our virtual reality experience.
A complimentary hot beverage is included. The whole experience is 90 minutes, though we often go a bit longer if time allows.
- Customised programme
- Professional Instructors: TEDx featured astrobiologist and astrophysicist
- Hot beverages: chocolate or tea
- All fees and taxes included
- Children 15 and younger free (max 2 per paying adult)
- Exceptional equipment: 2x16” telescopes and more
- Minimum 2 adults for a booking.
Looking for something different? Get an exclusive Star Safari—just for you and your special ones! We invested in the best equipment so you can enjoy an exceptional experience. For stargazing, we have powerful telescopes and top-quality attachments. For your entertainment, we have VR headsets and the best planetarium software. And a bonus—we are in the middle of an internationally recognised Dark Sky Reserve on a hill with outstanding night sky views. It’s as dark as it gets, only 10 minutes from Martinborough.
Bring your observing list, or let us make one for you.
By the end of the session, you will know what’s in the sky and how to orient yourself to the stars. Star Safari is a 90-minute experience with the Universe while seeing the best the amazing southern sky offers. If the weather is unsuitable for stargazing, we explore our sky in virtual reality. You get to ask questions. We deliver a learning experience just for you.
We are Hari and Sam, and we look forward to hosting you.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
