Mt Cook Guided Stargazing Experience - 75 Minutes

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Highlights & inclusions

Guided stargazing tour with expert astronomer
Use of high-powered 14” modern telescopes
One of the world's best stargazing locations
Free digital photo of you taken under the stars
Family-friendly tours with small groups
Use of toasty warm down jackets
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$119.00NZD
Free cancellation up to 24 hours prior to experience

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What you can expect

Enjoy 75 minutes with an expert astronomer and use modern telescopes in this guided experience, discovering the wonders of the night sky in one of the world’s best stargazing locations, the Aoraki Mackenzie Dark Sky Reserve. Your journey begins at Mt Cook, where snow-capped peaks frame a sky so clear it feels endless. With expert guides leading the way, you’ll learn the science and stories behind the stars while using powerful telescopes to spot planets, star clusters, nebulae, and even distant galaxies.

This is more than a stargazing tour, it’s a chance to slow down, look up, and experience the universe like never before. Whether you’re a curious beginner or a seasoned sky watcher, this experience combines breathtaking alpine scenery with unforgettable cosmic views. A must-do for families, nature lovers, or anyone keen to make their holiday truly memorable.

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What you need to know

Inclusions
  • 75-minute guided stargazing tour
  • Expert astronomer
  • 360-degree Mt. Cook views
  • 14” modern telescopes
  • Down jackets available
Exclusions
  • No alcoholic beverages.
Time
  • Available from 7pm to 10.45pm
  • Please arrive 15 minutes prior to tour start time
Duration
  • This experience is 75 minutes in duration.
Departure Location
  • This experience is located at Tasman Glacier Car Park, Tasman Valley Road, Mount Cook National Park 7999.
Terms And Conditions
  • Please note stargazing tours can run into the next morning i.e. after midnight
  • Tour photos are weather dependent and will be provided via a digital link after the tour
  • Some stargazing tours depart after midnight
  • Small groups of up to 20 people
  • Please contact the tour operator directly when making a booking including an infant under 3 years old
Cancellation Policy
  • Change your booking up to 24 hours before the start time of your experience
  • Changes are not permitted within 24 hours of your experience
  • Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience