Lake Tekapo, and the whole Mackenzie Basin, is high country close to the Southern Alps. Nights can be cold, all year round. We recommend you wear several warm layers as well as warm, closed shoes or boots. During wintertime, temperatures routinely drop to well below freezing: your very warmest winter clothing including gloves and beanie will be strongly recommended.

Guests are to arrive at the Astro Experience meeting point by their own means. We don’t provide a shuttle service. However, our stargazing location in Takapō Regional Park is very easily accessible. From the town centre of Lake Tekapo it takes only 5 minutes to get there by vehicle. On foot it takes ~30 minutes. A map with route description will be provided in the confirmation e-mail.

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We will check (1) whether your accommodation provider is well suited for private stargazing experiences; and (2) the availability of a guide for the requested date. Please complete the booking request form and we will get back to you asap.

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