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Dark Sky Project Mt John Observatory: Summit Stargazing Experience in Mandarin
Mt John Observatory: Dark Sky Project Summit Stargazing Experience in English
⭐ 4.8 • 100+ reviewsMt John Observatory: Dark Sky Project Summit Stargazing Experience
⭐ 4.8 • 100+ reviewsAbout This Experience
Visit the summit of Mt John Observatory in the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve. Observe the southern skies with the help of naked-eye stargazing and optical telescopes. A guide will point out celestial objects using lasers, and you will have the opportunity to look through powerful telescopes, including those in a private observatory dome. Objects that may be visible can include the Milky Way, various planets, star clusters, solar systems, and galaxies, taking in what the night sky has to reveal. Expand your knowledge about astronomy and see the universe through specialized equipment as you visit this research location.
What's Included & Excluded
What's Included
- * Chinese-speaking guide
- * 1 hour 45 minute guided tour
- * LED flashlight
- * Free extreme cold weather jacket rental
- * Mt. John shuttle service.
What's Not Included
- * Food and drinks
- * Other personal expenses
- * Insurance
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Venue & Location
Lake Tekapo Nature & Wildlife, Lake Tekapo. Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled timeslot.
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A valid government ID or passport is required matching the name on your booking voucher.
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