Lake Tekapo Stargazing Tour. Private stargazing tour in Lake Tekapo and the wider Mackenzie region, with the only fully mobile astronomy tour provider in the district.
Our Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve stargazing tours are guided by a friendly, knowledgeable and passionate Kiwi astronomy guide, with all astronomy equipment provided.
Lake Tekapo & Twizel Stargazing
Private Stargazing Tour
Gather your friends or family and enjoy your own private stargazing tour from your Billion-Star accommodation in Lake Tekapo, Twizel and Ohau.
Avoid the crowds and experience something truly special by booking an astronomy experience that comes to you.
Wrap up warm and prepare to scope out the night sky with the use of a laser and a high-powered telescope.
You’ll take a look at some of the most fascinating stars and deep sky objects in the southern night sky, both inside and outside of our Milky-Way Galaxy without the hassle of having to leave your property.
Be amazed by the science and history and behind astronomy, and learn how to navigate at night by using the stars.
Get up close to glittering star clusters and glowing Nebulae, and marvel at the Milky Way Galaxy under some of the world’s purest night skies, within Aoraki Mackenzie international dark sky reserve.
You’ll be given the opportunity to pose for an Astro-portrait photo of yourself or your group, underneath the starry sky to take as a souvenir of your stargazing experience.
Lake Tekapo Astrophotography Tour
Invest in yourself by taking up this exciting new facet of photography or take your current skill set to the next level by booking a private Astrophotography tour.
Learn secrets of photographing the night sky with personal guidance from a master of the art.
Spend 3 hours of concentrated tuition, mastering your cameras manual settings, learning about the use of star tracking, as well as identifying and framing up some of the most fascinating regions of the night sky.
Astrophotography tours are private sessions up to 3 hours long and can be tailored to your individual needs.
This includes discussion about camera equipment & settings, night sky targets, fundamental Astrophotography using the camera on a static tripod, and deep sky Astrophotography, using a German Equatorial Mount to track the stars at longer exposures and long focal lengths.
It is recommended to have your own DSLR or Mirrorless camera that is capable of manual settings, at least one wide angle lens and a sturdy tripod.
Please note; This tour will be hosted in Lake Tekapo unless an alternative location has been agreed upon prior to booking.
Ultimate Deep Sky Experience
Come along and join me for the Ultimate Deep Sky experience!
On this tour you will experience a combination of Stargazing and advanced Astrophotography.
We’ll begin with naked eye stargazing and viewing deep sky objects through a powerful telescope.
We will then mount your own camera onto a computer guided telescope for some serious Deep Sky Astrophotography, all beneath the pristine night skies of Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve.
Invest in yourself by learning about this thrilling facet of Astrophotography and take your knowledge to the next level by booking a private tour.
Learn secrets of photographing the night sky with personal guidance from a master of the art.
Spend up to 4 hours of concentrated tuition, mastering your cameras manual settings, learning about the use of star tracking, as well as identifying and framing up some of the most fascinating regions of the night sky, such as nebulae, star clusters & galaxies!
Tours are private sessions up to 4 hours long that can be tailored to your individual needs.
Experience includes discussion about astronomy/camera equipment & settings, night sky targets, fundamental Astrophotography, and Deep Sky Imaging.
You will also learn image post processing techniques using photos taken on the night, so you’ll take home some epic images of DEEP SPACE that will make all your friends envious.
It is recommended to have your own DSLR or Mirrorless camera that is capable of manual settings, at least one wide angle lens, a sturdy tripod & an empty SD card.
Note: Imaging telescope can only adapt to Sony E, Canon EF & Nikon F camera mounts. Cameras can be loaned to clients on the night if necessary.
