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Early Bird Stargazing: Telescope Tour + Hot Pools

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Step into the magic of Tekapo's night sky with the Early Stars for Early Birds tour!

Step into the magic of Tekapo's night sky with the Early Stars for Early Birds tour!

Highlights

  • Embark on a stargazing tour at earlier start time – perfect for kids and early nights!
  • Explore the night sky in the world-famous Aoraki Mackenzie Dark Sky Reserve!
  • Experience the cosmos and be back in bed before midnight!
  • Relax in the soothing hot pools at Tekapo Springs
  • Gaze at stars, planets, and galaxies with high-powered telescopes on a cosmic tour

Embark on a cosmic adventure at Aoraki Mackenzie Dark Sky Reserve, then unwind in soothing hot pools!

Perfect for those who prefer an earlier evening, this 60-minute guided adventure uses high-powered telescopes to reveal stars, planets, and galaxies.Your adventure doesn’t end there because each ticket includes a daytime pass to Tekapo Springs, where you can unwind in steaming hot pools surrounded by alpine views.

And if the weather hides the stars, a Virtual Reality experience ensures you’ll still journey through the universe in breathtaking detail.

With flexible options and unforgettable extras, this stargazing tour is a must-do in Tekapo!

Adult $109.00 (16+ years old)
Child $79.00 (6 - 15 years old)

What's included

  • 60-minute guided telescope tour
  • Expert guides' commentary
  • Daytime pass to Tekapo Springs hot pools
  • Hot drinks and warm blanket
  • Indoor VR alternative for bad weather

Duration

  • Allow approximately 1 hour for the whole experience

Location

  • 300 Lakeside Drive, Lake Tekapo 7945, New Zealand
  • Tekapo Hot Springs are located in Tekapo; Approximately 3 hours drive South of Christchurch and 3 hours 15minutes drive North of Queenstown

Restrictions

  • Minimum age: 6

  • Child pricing applies to children 6 to 15 years.

Child Friendly

  • This experience welcomes families with children.

Notes

  • Please Note: Hot pool entry may be redeemed either on the day or on the day after the stargazing tour.

    Child Friendly: The experience welcomes families with children

    Departure Tour Times* :Please check the Tekapo Star Gazing website as these change throughout the year.

    * Tour timings might differ from the timings stated above. Please check the booking confirmation from Tekapo Springs with for the correct start time of your tour.


    Please check-in 15mins prior at Tekapo Springs reception for all bookings. In the unlikely event that the outdoor tour is not possible due to weather conditions, an alternative indoor Virtual Reality tour will be provided.

    Please note that our tour start times change seasonally to accommodate the sunset. You will receive a confirmation email from Tekapo Star Gazing that states your tour start time within 2 days of making your purchase on BookMe.

    PLEASE NOTE: Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable however discounted tickets can be used as credit towards a normal priced activity or treatment with the difference being paid directly to Tekapo Springs.

Available Bookings from 10 Sep to 23 Sep 2025

All prices are shown in NZD ($)

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  • Adult$87.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$79.00

  • Adult$87.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$79.00
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