• Bookings essential at least 14 days in advance via phone 03 680 6960, freephone (New Zealand) 0800 327 5759 or via email to info@darkskyproject.co.nz including preferred dates and times, contact details and quoting your voucher number
• Dark Sky Project will be in contact to confirm your booking and arrange a time with you directly
• Book early to secure your desired date and time
• Present printed or smartphone voucher upon arrival

Things don’t always work out, so enjoy peace of mind knowing that the following cancellation options are available to you.

100% refund to your original payment method or credits

• Up to 7 days after purchase
• As long as 24 hours before booking date

Non-refundable

• From 24 hours before the booking date

• Flat, warm and comfortable footwear suitable for walking on uneven terrain
• Wind-proof jackets, thermals and full, warm pants
• Hats and gloves
• Please note: glowing, flashing or light-up shoes or clothing is strictly prohibited due to light pollution issues
• Health and safety is paramount – Dark Sky Project reserves the right to refuse guests should they not be adequately dressed for the conditions

Every day

Availability:

• Available every day: Session times dependent on time of sunset. Departures range from 7pm to 00.45am, depending on time of year
• Departure point: 1 Motuariki Lane, Takapō (Tekapo), New Zealand
• Please check in at least 20 minutes prior to departure at Dark Sky Project Base, Takapō (Tekapo) lakefront
• Bookings valid to 30 September 2024

Important:

• Please arrive at least 20 minutes prior to the tour start time for check-in
• This activity is not available to children under 5
• All children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. A minimum of one adult to every two children is required
• Warm clothing is essential on all tours regardless of the season as night temperatures can get very low in Takapō. A jacket, hat and plenty of warm layers are recommended
• Tours are conducted outside if weather permits. Participants need to be confident walking 100 metres on a gravel incline and be able to climb a couple of steps in the dark
• Strong, sturdy footwear is advisable as there is minimal lighting and the terrain is uneven

Terms & Conditions:

• Bookings must be made at least 14 days in advance
• Translations on English tours are not permitted
• This experience is a weather-dependent activity. If it is not possible to observe due to weather, then an alternative indoor experience may be offered in the purpose-built technological and interactive venue, with guests entitled to a partial refund
• To minimise light pollution, guests are prohibited from using, or bringing, any white lights, including but not limited to LCD screens, flash photography, illuminated mobile phones, flashlights, torches, light up shoes etc.
• If guests are considered to be under the influence of alcohol, causing undue disruption or negatively impacting other guest’s experience, they may be removed from the experience at Dark Sky Project’s discretion. In this instance, no refund will be given

Please Note:

• Bookings for this offer are limited and subject to availability. Not valid with any other offer
• Entire value must be used in one visit; any unused portions of the ticket will be forfeited, and cannot be used at a later date

Important:

• The destination you are travelling to may have health, insurance and vaccination requirements in place. Please ensure you stay up to date with any requirements prior to your visit
• We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Full terms and conditions are located on the terms and conditions page of our website

Dark Sky Project

Located at the Takapō lakefront in the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve, Dark Sky Project is the largest gold standard International Dark Sky Reserve in the world. Offering a variety of educational experiences from summit stargazing to interactive indoor astronomy tours, Dark Sky Project continues to connect visitors to the wonders of the cosmos and ignite their passion for dark sky preservation.

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