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Solar Explorer in Akaroa - Sun-Viewing Tour with Telescopes

By Akaroa Stargazing
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$176 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

New Zealand's only guided DAILY tour of the Sun! Discover the Sun like never before. Located just a 90-minute scenic drive from Christchurch, this unique daytime experience offers a safe, fascinating look at our nearest star, perfect for all ages and Akaroa day trips.

You will observe sunspots, solar flares, and intricate surface activity in stunning detail through our specialised solar telescope. Our expert astronomer will guide you, sharing captivating facts and making this a hands-on, exciting introduction to astronomy.

We use our cutting-edge ZWO Seestar S50 smart telescope to capture high-resolution images of the Sun live. These incredible digital photos are then shared with you instantly! Plus, easily snap your own stunning visuals directly through the telescope with our smartphone adapter. Leave with unique, Insta-worthy visuals you won't find anywhere else.

This short, educational, and high-tech tour is ideal for all ages. Book your spot now for an unforgettable experience!

Activity location

  • Akaroa Lighthouse
    • Beach Road, Akaroa
    • Akaroa, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Akaroa Lighthouse
    • 145 Beach Road
    • 7520, Akaroa, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

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Solar Explorer in Akaroa - Sun-Viewing Tour with Telescopes
  • Activity duration is 30 minutes30m
    30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 13:30
Price details
HK$175.53 x 1 AdultHK$175.53
Total
Price is HK$175.53
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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Use of specialised solar telescope
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Expert guidance and commentary
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Smartphone adapter for solar photography
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Instant digital photos of the Sun captured with ZWO Seestar S50
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Private transport

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Akaroa Lighthouse

  • 30m
Discover the Sun like never before from the iconic historic Akaroa Lighthouse.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    Akaroa Lighthouse
    • Beach Road, Akaroa
    • Akaroa, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Akaroa Lighthouse
    • 145 Beach Road
    • 7520, Akaroa, Canterbury Region, New Zealand
This activity is not accompanied by a Hong Kong licensed tour escort.

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