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Stargazing Tours

Explore southern night sky treasures: Milky Way, Moon, and planets from our pristine dark sky site using a research-grade telescope in a rotating dome. Handle meteorites older than Earth, sit inside a giant sundial, and take a journey through our scale model solar system. Unique family activity. Free self-contained campervan parking overnight. Bookings essential. Boutique B&B onsite.

From

NZ$40.00

per person

2 hours

On Request: Confirmed within 48 hours, or fully refunded.

Highlights

Use Our Research Grade Telescope in Rotating Dome
Pristine Dark Sky Site Offering Customised Tours
View the Milky Way, Galaxies, Southern Cross, Moon and Planets
Handle Meteorites Older Than the Earth
Totally Unique Family Experience

Full Description

Take an amazing voyage of discovery through the special treasures of the southern night sky. Explore the Moon and/or planets from our dark sky site. Discover areas of star formation and death using our research-grade telescope in the rotating dome. Sit inside the giant sundial and learn how stars and constellations were used by Maori to explore the Pacific.

Handle meteorites from space older than the Earth. Walk with us through the 25m long scale model solar system to understand its true size and our own place in the Universe. Follow our geological timeline from the Big Bang till the present day using ancient fossils and uniq...

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Includes

Complimentary hot drinks

Solid piers for you to mount your own camera

Take home pack with star charts and cardboard sundial

Meeting Point

Meet at Stargazers B&B, 9 School of Mines Lane, Kuaotunu, Whitianga.

Driving Directions

- Coming from Whitianga:

Drive along Buffalo Beach Road (SH 25) north out of Whitianga, past Wharekaho (Simpsons) Beach and over the ranges towards Kuaotunu. After about 10km, you start the long descent towards Kuaotunu: look for mailboxes on the left at ‘School of Mines Lane’ turnoff, about 2km before you get to Kuaotunu Beach and settlement. We are the first entrance on the left after crossing the small bridge.

- Coming from the Thames:

From Thames, drive north towards Coromandel Town on SH 25 along the coast. Turn right 200m south of Coromandel Town towards Whangapoua and Whitianga on SH25. After about 40 minutes, the first beach you reach is Kuaotunu Beach. Continue along the beach and follow the highway south and inland for about 2km. We are on the right…look for mailboxes at the ‘School of Mines Lane’ turnoff. We are then the first entrance on the left after crossing the small bridge.

Additional Information

Tours take about 1 1/2 to 2 hours, depending on the number attending, and start after dusk on most clear nights.
All tours are weather-dependent as we need clear skies to operate. If tours can not go ahead due to weather or other issues, clients should contact SeeAndDo for a refund or to arrange another date.

Cancellation policy

Full refund if cancelled up to 24 hours before activity starts.

Good weather is required for this experience. If we need to cancel due to poor weather, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.

There is a minimum number of travellers for this experience. If the minimum isn't met and we need to cancel, we will offer a different date/experience or a full refund.

Terms

Bookings Essential.
All tours are weather dependent so give us a call on the night you wish to come or as soon as you arrive in our area at about 8pm (summer) and 6pm (winter) to check if conditions are suitable on that night.
Not suitable for children under 5.
Minimum of 2 adults for each tour but if you are travelling alone check with us as there may be others coming on any particular night.

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From

NZ$40.00

per person

2 hours

On Request: Confirmed within 48 hours, or fully refunded.

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9 School of Mines Lane, Kuaotunu, Whitianga, 3592

Stargazing Tour - Adult

From NZD
$80.00

Not suitable for Infants.

Duration: 2 Hours

Stargazing Tour - Family (2A+2C)

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$200.00

Duration: 1.5 Hours

One

Stargazing Tour - Child

From NZD
$40.00

(5 - 17 years)

Not suitable for Infants.

Duration: 2 Hours

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Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of telescopes or equipment are used during the tour?

The core stargazing experience centers around a research-grade 14" Celestron CGE Pro 1400XLT telescope housed in a solar-powered 3.5 m rotating observatory dome. In addition to this, the setup includes accessories like CCD cameras, a professional spectrograph, and a Coronado PST H-alpha solar telescope.

Is the stargazing tour suitable for children and elder people?

Yes, the tour is suitable for a wide audience, including children and older adults.

Do I need to bring anything with me, like warm clothing or a flashlight?

Yes, participants are encouraged to bring warm clothing, as nights under the stars can be chilly. A flashlight, preferably with a red light to preserve night vision, can be helpful.

Is this tour suitable for young children?

No, this tour is not suitable for children under 5 years old.

Is there a minimum group size for the tour?

Yes, each tour requires a minimum of 2 adults.

What happens if it rains or the bad weather on that day ?

Poor weather means cancellation or rescheduling, with a full refund offered if conditions are unsafe.

What is your cancellation policy?

We offer a full refund if cancelled up to 24 hours before the activity starts.

Stargazing Tours

NZ$40.00

Highlights

Use Our Research Grade Telescope in Rotating Dome

Pristine Dark Sky Site Offering Customised Tours

View the Milky Way, Galaxies, Southern Cross, Moon and Planets

Handle Meteorites Older Than the Earth

Totally Unique Family Experience

Full Description

Includes

Additional Information

Our Products/Services

NZ$40.00

Stargazing Tour - Adult

Stargazing Tour - Family (2A+2C)

Stargazing Tour - Child

Your Order Summary

Booking Form

Traveler Details

Payment Details

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of telescopes or equipment are used during the tour?

Is the stargazing tour suitable for children and elder people?

Do I need to bring anything with me, like warm clothing or a flashlight?

Is this tour suitable for young children?

Is there a minimum group size for the tour?

What happens if it rains or the bad weather on that day ?

What is your cancellation policy?

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Stargazing Tours

NZ$40.00

Highlights

Use Our Research Grade Telescope in Rotating Dome

Pristine Dark Sky Site Offering Customised Tours

View the Milky Way, Galaxies, Southern Cross, Moon and Planets

Handle Meteorites Older Than the Earth

Totally Unique Family Experience

Full Description

Includes

Additional Information

Our Products/Services

NZ$40.00

Stargazing Tour - Adult

Stargazing Tour - Family (2A+2C)

Stargazing Tour - Child

Your Order Summary

Booking Form

Traveler Details

Payment Details

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of telescopes or equipment are used during the tour?

Is the stargazing tour suitable for children and elder people?

Do I need to bring anything with me, like warm clothing or a flashlight?

Is this tour suitable for young children?

Is there a minimum group size for the tour?

What happens if it rains or the bad weather on that day ?

What is your cancellation policy?

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