“Located in the gold level Aoraki International Dark Sky Reserve, the Retreat and onsite Pukaki Observatory is perfectly located to explore one of the darkest skies in the world.”
The observatory is well equipped with a 6" refractor telescope, so you can take a closer look at far away objects such as Saturn, Jupiter and its moons, clusters, nebula and constellations.
Imagine sitting in the hot tub stargazing under this amazingly dark sky with only the stars above and the silence of the mountains surrounding you! Whether viewing from the hot tub or observatory you will be entranced.
They have also recently developed an Aurora Australis viewing spot where, in the right conditions, you can see and photograph this amazing phenomenon.
Starting in the wine cellar you will be treated to refreshments and nibbles whilst being introduced to the Dark Sky Reserve features. Then moving through to the Observatory, view the Milky Way Galaxy, stars and planets through our telescope or explore your astrophotography skills.
This is a stellar experience and is a unique opportunity to stargaze in this world class dark sky reserve.
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