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Dark Sky Indoor Cultural Astronomy Experience

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Get ready to embark on a journey 13.8 billion years in the making. A treat for the senses, the Dark Sky Experience brings science, tātai aroraki (Māori astronomy) and fascinating multi-media installations together in a ‘Big Bang’ of awe and inspiration. Thought-provoking, educational and entertaining, this journey is sure to change your outlook in the best possible way. A world first – this indoor experience is a must on all itineraries whether you’re staying in Takapō (Tekapo) or just stopping by.
  • 45 minutes guided tour through four zones, delivered by passionate guides
  • Get up and close with the viewing of the restored 125-year-old Brashear Victorian-era telescope
  • Explore the science based narrative of how living beings came to be
  • Delve into the depths of the Milky Way
Departure Point

1 Motuariki Lane, Lake Tekapo 7999, New Zealand Beside the 4 Square supermarket

Return Details

1 Motuariki Lane, Lake Tekapo 7999, New Zealand Beside the 4 Square supermarket

  • 1 Motuariki Lane, Lake Tekapo 7999, New Zealand
    A treat for the senses, the Dark Sky Experience brings science, Māori astronomy and fascinating multi-media installations together in a ‘Big Bang’ of awe and inspiration. Thought-provoking, educational and entertaining, the Dark Sky Experience is truly unique and promises to change your outlook in the best possible way.
    60 minutes
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • 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.
Sherpa39664882956
22 Apr 2023
Our guide had a tough audience, 2 stone faced teens and a trio of quiet tourists (and a dad doing requisite parental 'put a bit of education' in their holiday) and managed to charm, entertain, and educate all layers of the tour effortlessly. The tour itself is well crafted and flows, using different sensory experiences to story and inform. High quality and well presented. Tekapo skies are a destination u to themself and pleasantly surprised with how well this added to the experience especially for the teens
janicecc2014
01 Apr 2023
My husband enjoyed it very much, they explained the Maori understanding of the night sky. I found it difficult and hard to follow. If you are a interested in science this would be a interesting visit.
NZsimond
23 Mar 2023
Unfortunately during our time here we had a couple of days of poor weather and a couple of sunny clear days. Nothing available at the observatory to book online, so we did the 45 min indoor experience with Tu. You could see and hear he knew his stuff, told some great stories, que shared a log of knowledge along with the presentation material and even with a few young kids in the group adding a lot of noise and distraction, he kept on track. At $40 a ticket it was reasonable value.
This tour in Lake Tekapo is organized by Dark Sky Project

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