- 1169A Ponatahi Road - Hari and Sam will meet you on arrival before going into our reception building, where you can grab a blanket, a jacket, and a hot water bottle to keep nice and warm. Then we’ll walk about 25 minutes to the telescope viewing area and spend the next 60–90 minutes viewing the amazing sites of the Southern Sky with our powerful telescopes. Celestial Escapades is exclusive, so you don’t have to share the experience with anyone outside of your group. If the weather is not suitable for stargazing, then we will have e-astronomy. This is where Hari and Sam will take you on a tour of the universe with their planetarium software and big screen, and then you’ll be able to explore the solar system with our virtual reality experience. We’ll finish up with hot chocolate (or tea). The whole experience is 90 minutes, though we often go a bit longer.
- Tea and coffee
- Virtual Reality Headsets
- Specialist Astronomical Equipment
- Minimum 2 adults for a booking.
Hari and Sam are professional space science communicators with backgrounds in astrobiology and astrophysics. They are involved in space science research activities and love to share their passion for space. We use the best equipment for stargazing, with powerful telescopes and top-quality attachments. We are located in the middle of an internationally recognized Dark Sky Reserve, on a hill with outstanding views of the night sky. At Celestial Escapades, you will have 90 minutes of enthralling discussion about the universe while seeing the best the amazing southern sky has to offer. If the weather is unsuitable for stargazing, then you’ll explore the universe in virtual reality.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
