Guided Telescope Stargazing Tour in Lake Tekapo

Explore Lake Tekapo's night sky on a shared guided stargazing experience. Join an English- or Mandarin-speaking guide for an evening that combines astronomy with outdoor comforts.

• Look through a 9.25-inch telescope and eVscope for a closer view of the night sky
• Settle into outdoor seating with blankets as you stargaze
• Enjoy hot chocolate and marshmallows around a fire bowl

Itinerary

1. Meet at 70 Andrew Don Drive, Lake Tekapo. Departure times are 00:15, 00:30, 00:45, 19:30, 19:45, 20:45, 21:00, 21:15, 21:30, 21:45, 22:00, 22:15, 22:30, 22:45, 23:00, 23:15, 23:30, 23:45, and 23:59. Optional shuttle service from the town office at 8 Simpson Lane costs extra and is not included in the listed price.
2. Explore the night sky on a 1-hour 30-minute guided Chameleon Stargazing tour. The Join-in Stargazing Tour (Chinese Speaking Guide) option includes a Chinese-speaking guide.
3. Return to 70 Andrew Don Drive, Lake Tekapo. Return times depend on your departure: 00:00, 00:15, 00:30, 00:45, 01:00, 01:15, 01:30, 01:45, 02:00, 02:15, 21:00, 21:15, 22:15, 22:30, 22:45, 23:00, 23:15, 23:30, or 23:45.

What's Included

• English- or Mandarin-speaking guide, depending on your option
• Access to a 9.25-inch telescope and eVscope
• A photo under the stars
• Outdoor furniture and blankets
• Hot chocolate, fire bowl and marshmallows
• Parking space

Important details

• Ages 5+ only. Child tickets cover ages 5–16; children under 5 cannot attend.
• Optional roundtrip shuttle service from the town office is not included in the listed price. It costs NZD 20 per person, payable on site, and seats are subject to availability.
• You may be refused service without a refund if you appear intoxicated.
• Arrive 10 minutes before your selected departure time. Late arrivals and no-shows are not refundable.