*** Please note, this tour is currently unavailable. Check out more Queenstown activities HERE ***
Description
The clear and unpolluted skies of Queenstown are a great setting for Skyline Queenstown's stargazing tour.
Nestled on Bobs Peak high above Queenstown, surrounded by snow-capped mountains, stargazers have the opportunity to access a 'hidden world' of the nights sky not seen by the naked eye and impossible to see in many other locations around the world.
Skyline Stargazing takes visitors to a specially constructed area high above the Gondola, where there is no trespassing light, allowing for an unbelievably clear view of the night sky.
Top-of-the line telescopes give stargazers the chance to view an amazing array of stunning sights, from the iconic Southern Cross, to nebulas, planets, the Milky Way and other galaxies.
Stargazing will be outdoors when conditions allow, otherwise guests will embark on “A Journey through the Night Sky” in the indoor Theatre Space, using state-of-the-art technology and projection to replicate our Night Sky here in Queenstown. A Journey through the Night Sky is presented by professional Stargazing Guides and features recent photos and videos from current NASA missions. This experience comes with a complimentary house drink (beer/wine/soft-drink) and snacks in the comfort of the theatre. If the tour is to be run indoors, you are welcome to re-book to another night to await favourable viewing conditions for an outdoor tour, at no extra cost.
For an unforgettable night combine stargazing with dinner at the Stratosfare restaurant for some delectable dining.
Skyline Dinner Menu
Trip Includes
- Return gondola ride
- Stargazing through telescopes
- Chinese & Japanese tours available on request
- Optional buffet dinner
Duration
- Stargazing - allow 2 hours
- Stargazing & Dinner - allow 4 hours
Departures
- Stargazing - 7pm in winter (Jun-Sep) & 9pm in October
- Stargazing & Dinner - 5pm in winter (Jun-Sep) & 7pm in October
- Skyline Gondola Terminal, Brecon St, Queenstown
- Operates winter months (Jun-Oct) only due to daylight hours
Other Information
- Operates June-October only due to daylight hours
- Child rates apply for kids aged 5 - 14 yrs. Kids under 5 years old travel free
- Meet at the base of the gondola building at least 30 minutes before your stargazing tour. You can go up as early as you like to enjoy the views, grab a drink before your tour, have a go on the luge or watch the Bungy & paragliding
- There is free parking at the Gondola base
- Please come dressed for a light walk & for being outside. Warm clothing & comfortable walking shoes are advised. We provide complimentary use of Canada goose down jackets for the duration of the tour
- Session times vary depending on the sunset
- Check out our other activities available at the Skyline Gondola
*** Please note, this tour is currently unavailable. Check out more Queenstown activities HERE ***
Hi Kate, if it's cloudy, Skyline actually offer an indoor interactive program so you would have this option or you can choose to reschedule or get a refund.
Comment by: The Everything Travel Group (Sally) on 28th Oct 17 at 09:35