Chameleon Stargazing Shared Tour

5.0 (214 reviews) 1 h 30 min Free cancellation

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214 reviews

5.0

The Milky Way — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Our telescope — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Be in awe of the night sky above you from the beautiful Lake Tekapo
Look through an extremely powerful 9-25 inch telescope to see the stars and get images from our eVscope 2 (a telescope and astrocamera-in-one)
Indulge in hot chocolate, blankets, and roasted marshmallows
Take your memories with you with complimentary photos taken during the tour
Hear stories from your guide and learn facts about the night sky

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 14 people
People per booking: 1–14
Guide: Chinese, English
Operated by: Chameleon Stargazing

Ages: Children (5–15 years) · Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Tea and coffee: Hot chocolates
Included: All Fees and Taxes
Included: Snacks: marshmallows
Included: Telescope

Not included

Not included: Shuttle service to and from your accommodation

Itinerary

Experience the enchanting darkness of Lake Tekapo's night sky! Learn fascinating astronomy tidbits and tales of stars and constellations. Get up close with our powerful telescope to spot deep sky wonders. We'll capture a memorable photo of you beneath the stars. Afterward, gather around for marshmallow toasting on the fire bowl! Relax in our cozy seats with soft blankets for a stellar evening. VERY IMPORTANT (for guests booking a tour starting after midnight) If you are booking a tour starting after midnight, please double check you selected the correct date. e.g. If your tour starts at 12:30am 1st Jan, it will happen on the night between 31st Dec and 1st Jan, so you will need to be in Lake Tekapo on 31st Dec. If you are not sure about the date and time, please send us an email. The night sky is different every night, depending on weather conditions, moon phases, aurora activity, and the natural rotation of the sky. The photos displayed on our products are examples, and may not reflect the exact sky you will see during your session.

Stop 1
Lake Tekapo

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

The meeting point is 70 Andrew Don Drive, Lake Tekapo. You will receive detailed instructions after booking. If you require shuttle services from our town office at 8 Simpson Lane, please contact us to arrange it for an additional cost.

End point

The meeting point is 70 Andrew Don Drive, Lake Tekapo. You will receive detailed instructions after booking. If you require shuttle services from our town office at 8 Simpson Lane, please contact us to arrange it for an additional cost.

Using your ticket

If your tour is scheduled to begin after 12 AM, please double check the date. For instance, if you plan to stay in Tekapo on December 31st and have booked a tour starting at 12:45 AM, your booking should indicate January 1st instead of December 31st. If this is confusing, please don't hesitate to reply to this email.

Our meeting point is located at 70 Andrew Don Drive, Lake Tekapo (https://maps.app.goo.gl/8mCEXLtUgDXKozEAA). To ensure a smooth arrival, kindly follow the instructions below:

-Please do not visit the site during the daytime, as it can be challenging to locate.

-Use Google Maps only; other mapping applications, such as Apple Maps, may not provide accurate directions.

-We will provide you with a weather update 30 minutes before the tour, allowing you to decide if weather conditions are favorable. So kindly check your email, junk or spam messages. If you didn't receive our message, please contact us immediately.

-Upon tour confirmation, we will set up a "Chameleon Stargazing" road sign and a red light near our entrance to assist you in finding us.

-You don't need to arrive excessively early; being 5 to 7 minutes ahead of schedule is sufficient.

If you require a shuttle service form our town office (8 Simpson Lane) and back please contact us to arrange it at an extra cost

Chameleon Stargazing

https://chameleonstargazing.com/

[email protected]

+64273657091

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We provide weather updates, so please make sure you check your email.

Options

Chinese Shared Tour

Chameleon Stargazing Tour
English Shared Tour

Chameleon Stargazing Tour

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Hot chocolate and marshmallows