Akaroa Stargazing

29/03/2024

Day and Night Stargazing Adventures: Gift Vouchers Available Now!

Looking for the perfect gift for the stargazer in your life? Our stargazing tours gift vouchers offer an unforgettable journey into the cosmos. Whether it's a romantic Date Night, a captivating Night Awe group tour, or an adventure-packed Solar Explorer, our tours promise magical moments under the night sky and captivating discoveries in the daytime.

🎁 Surprise your loved ones with the gift of cosmic exploration! Purchase your gift vouchers today and let them embark on an unforgettable celestial adventure. ✨

Book now and ignite their passion for the universe! 🚀

26/03/2024

Mark your calendars!
On April 8, a total solar eclipse will grace the skies over North America, promising a breathtaking celestial spectacle. For those like us who live outside the USA, you can catch the excitement via this link https://science.nasa.gov/eclipses/future-eclipses/eclipse-2024/. And if you're keen to delve deeper into the wonders of the Sun, join us on our "Solar Explorer"! Book your adventure on our website https://www.akaroastargazing.com/ and unlock the secrets of our star. 🌞🔭

On April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will cross North America, passing over Mexico, the United States, and Canada. A total solar eclipse happens when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, completely blocking the face of the Sun. The sky will darken as if it were dawn or dusk. Safety is the [...

19/03/2024

🌌 International Dark Sky Week Special Offer! 🌌

We're excited to celebrate International Dark Sky Week from April 2 to April 8, 2024, with a special promotion at Akaroa Stargazing!

Join us in honoring the beauty of the night sky and our commitment to its preservation. For this week only, we're offering a $10 discount per booking on our evening tours. But that's not all!

In support of Dark Sky International, $10 from each booking will be donated to their mission of protecting our precious night skies and promoting responsible outdoor lighting practices. By booking with us, you're not only treating yourself to an unforgettable stargazing adventure but also contributing to the preservation of our natural wonders!

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to explore the cosmos while making a positive impact. Use promo code "DARKSKYWEEK" when booking on our website akaroastargazing.com to claim your $10 discount.

Let's make this International Dark Sky Week one to remember!

18/03/2024

We pledge to protect the night, and you?

This simple activity takes no time at all! Show the world your support for dark skies and the protection of nighttime environments by linking your name to the cause.

21/02/2024

🎉✨ 2 Stellar Years of Akaroa Stargazing ✨🎉

Two years ago, we embarked on a cosmic journey, and what an incredible ride it's been! 🚀🎂 We're over the moon to share this milestone with you all 🌠🔭

As we look to the future, we're thrilled to unveil exciting new stargazing adventures, exclusive events, and, of course, more celestial surprises! 🌌🔍

🎊 Cheers to many more nights of wonder:
Here's to the past two years and the countless stargazing memories ahead!

29/12/2023

🌟 Discover the Sun like never before! 🌟

🔍 Join us for our Solar Explorer tour, an incredible 30-minute journey into the heart of our celestial neighbor, the Sun! ☀️

✨ Exclusive Offer Alert! ✨
🔭 Witness mesmerizing solar phenomena, learn from expert commentary, and bring along your young explorers—1 child per paying adult explores for FREE! Use code: 1CHILDFREE

🗓️ Secure your spot now and experience the magic of the Sun firsthand! Limited spots available—reserve yours today! 🚀

21/10/2023

Get ready to be awestruck this November with our special offer! For the entire month, Akaroa Stargazing is thrilled to offer a fantastic 15% discount on our captivating Night Awe stargazing tour.

🌟 To claim your discount, use PROMO CODE: NOVEMBER15 when booking directly through our website.

📅 Valid from November 1st to November 30th, this is the perfect opportunity to embark on an enchanting journey through the cosmos and witness the beauty of our night skies. Don't miss this celestial deal!

Terms and Conditions Apply. Book your stargazing adventure today and let the wonders of the universe unfold before your eyes.

https://www.akaroastargazing.com/

Stargaze. Learn. Be Amazed. 🌠🔭✨

10/10/2023

Akaroa Stargazing is committed to fighting light pollution, click on the following link and join the global community of advocates protecting the night sky for Under One Sky 2023 — a 24-hour virtual event that will leave you feeling inspired and empowered to combat light pollution in your region. One of the speakers will be one of our many friends from Sky Project.

Under One Sky

18/07/2023

Proud to be mentioned in this article as one of the best stargazing locations in the country.

Star trek across Aotearoa at these stunning stargazing locations.

16/07/2023

We were delighted to celebrate Matariki last night at Ōkuti Community Hall. Thanks Miriama Kamo for joining us, it was a great pleasure meeting you. Mānawatia a Matariki ✨

13/05/2023

Akaroa Stargazing wishes a happy mother's day to all the mums out there! 🥰

13/05/2023

Today NASA has launched a 2nd Super Pressure Balloon from Wānaka!
Such exciting news, read the article here: https://www.nasa.gov/feature/wallops/2023/two-for-two-nasa-launches-2nd-super-pressure-balloon-from-new-zealand

Credits: NASA/Bill Rodman

21/03/2023

We did it! We've just been awarded Silver under the Sustainable Tourism Business criteria!

Thank you to everyone who supported us, especially to all of our guests!

22/02/2023

Not only we had a beautiful clear night, last night in Akaroa, but also what an Aurora! So strong we could see it to the naked-eye! Have you seen it too?

08/01/2023

Guess what? There are 20 best new things to do in New Zealand and we are one of them 😎

Thank you Siobhan Downes for featuring us in your article on Stuff 👉

Go for a banana boat ride on Lake Taupō, skip through a sunflower meadow in Manawatū, and whizz through the treetops on the West Coast.

03/01/2023

Did you know that our Sun is a star?

Learn more about our ‘Solar Explorer’ daytime tour and book with us - www.akaroastargazing.com

27/12/2022

Wondering what to do in the evening in Akaroa? Look no further, but look up and come stargazing with us 🔭🌌

19/12/2022

Thank you Marie for this great review 🙏
You are so right, anyone can join our tours, with or without any knowledge of astronomy!

To book -> www.akaroastargazing.com

16/12/2022

Surprise! We've got a new experience starting soon, can you guess what it is?

09/12/2022

Can you spot one of our favourite constellations on this photo?

We take a souvenir picture of all our guests joining our stargazing tours 📷🌌

09/11/2022

Thank you to all the enthusiast stargazers / Moongazers who joined us last night to observe the total Lunar Eclipse! 🙏

The next one won't be until 2025 but rest assured, there will be plenty more astronomical events to look forward to...stay tuned 🔭🌌

27/10/2022

Don’t you just love feedback?

Although our passion for the night sky/knowledge has been around for quite some time, we are a new business and the only stargazing operator in Akaroa. So, we do value receiving feedback more than ever!

Thanks, Daja for this fantastic review and we’re super pleased you enjoyed your experience with us.

19/10/2022

Is your countdown on for the Orionids Meteor Shower? we're buzzed and praying the weather continues to stay clear for some epic viewing tonight.

First tour begins at 21:00pm - book via our website https://www.akaroastargazing.com

October is an active month for Orionids Meteor Showers. We're blessed to receive two meteor shower in the one month - peak dates are usually 20th & 21st October.

Below are 4 simple tips to ensure you get the best viewing 👇

-Join us on one of our stargazing tours and receive mindblowing scientific knowledge/Planet & Constellation viewings and much more! (Weather permitting 😉)

-Find a secluded viewing spot, away from the city lights. Once at the location, your eyes may take 15 to 20 minutes to get used to the dark.

-Dress for the weather, and make sure you are comfortable, especially if you plan to stay out long. Bring a blanket or a comfortable chair with you

-Meteor watching can be a waiting game. Once you have found your viewing spot, lie down on the ground and look at the sky. You can use an Interactive Meteor Shower Sky Map to find the direction of the radiant; the higher the radiant is above the horizon, the more meteors you are likely to see.

Happy viewing 🙏 💫

17/10/2022

Here’s a fun fact for today as we head out to set up for the first tour of the evening 💥

Did you know particles in the Sun’s upper atmosphere are so hot and energetic that they speed out into space as part of the solar wind?

Our star (yeah that's right, the sun is a star!) sheds around 1.3 trillion trillion trillion particles every second. This equates to roughly one billion kilograms of matter per second, or one Earth every 185 million years. Pretty interesting right!

19/09/2022

On the 27th of July, our little star Eros 👶 came in our world. We cannot stop gazing at him! All of a sudden life gets way busier.. but we are still running stargazing tours every evening - weather depending.

Head to our website to book your tour or contact us for a bespoke experience 🔭🌌

23/06/2022

'Ngā mihi o Matariki, te tau hou Māori'

12/06/2022

Margherita Hack, “The Lady of the Stars” has been a source of inspiration for many people, including myself.
Born in Florence, other than being an internationally renowned astrophysicist, "The Lady of the Stars", was an outspoken advocate for progressive causes, animal protection and equality for all.

'All of us have a common origin, we are all children of the evolution of the universe, of the evolution of the stars, and therefore we are really all brothers.' - Margherita Hack