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Private Stargazing at Star Safari near Martinborough
Wellington, North Island, New Zealand
$153.57
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
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.
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.
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Private Stargazing at Star Safari near Martinborough
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
Check available dates by emailing us at [email protected]
- Exceptional equipment - 2x16" telescopes and a range of other telescopes.
- 15 and younger are free with no lower age limit. Maximum of two per paying adult.
- Hot beverages - chocolate or tea
- Professional Instructors: Hari is a TEDx featured astrobiologist and Sam is an astrophysicist.
- Our undivided attention and a customised programme just for you.
- Other
- Minimum 2 adults for a booking.
Meeting point
Follow the signs from 1169 Ponatahi Road along the gravel driveway and then to the right. You will end up going up a hill and we will meet you in the carpark.
Return details
Follow the signs from 1169 Ponatahi Road along the gravel driveway and then to the right. You will end up going up a hill and we will meet you in the carpark.
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.
- 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.
- 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.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Private Stargazing at Star Safari near Martinborough
Wellington, North Island, New Zealand
$153.57
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
—
You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
—
We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
—
Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!