Fiordland Stargazing
At Fiordland Eco-Retreat in Te Anau, New Zealand, we have one of the darkest night skies in the world.
Our sister company, Fiordland Stargazing, was established to enable Fiordland Eco-Retreat’s guests to discover the depths of the vibrant night sky that’s right outside their window.
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111 Ramparts Road,
Te Anau
Southland
+64 (0)21 147 9595
Opening hours
Please ensure that you enquire in advance if this is something that you are interested in adding to your stay. Tours are subject to our availability and favourable weather conditions; hopefully at least one of your nights with us will be a beautiful, clear night!
What's on offer
Glen, a qualified NZ ‘Dark Sky Ambassador‘, offers guided astronomy and stargazing tours to complement our guests’ stays at Fiordland Eco-Retreat. With extensive astronomical knowledge, and using high-quality telescopes, astro-binoculars and the naked eye, your Fiordland Stargazing guide will help you to explore awe-inspiring galaxies, nebulae and star clusters, to gain a deeper understanding of the universe and some of its most impressive celestial objects.
During the 1-hour experience, you’ll see 10-12 of the best deep-space objects, including planets, nebulae, star clusters and galaxies, using optical and digital telescopes, astro-binoculars and the naked eye. You may learn about celestial navigation, Māori mythology, and the unique features of the southern skies.
With small group sizes, each stargazing experience is personal, immersive, and unforgettable.