Explore night skies on stargazing tours
Wanaka, New Zealand • 
Underrated
Underrated
Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Jul
12°C – 25°C, warm and stable weather with minimal rainfall, high crowds, peak season
12°C – 25°C, warm and stable weather with minimal rainfall, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Tours involve walking, stairs; not wheelchair accessible.
Tours involve walking, stairs; not wheelchair accessible.
Value for money
Medium
Price varies, but the experience is generally well-received.
Price varies, but the experience is generally well-received.
Highlights we curated for you
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Magical Evening
Couples found the experience incredibly romantic and the views breathtaking. Highly recommended for dates!
Expert Guides
Visitors raved about the guides' knowledge and storytelling. Made the night sky come alive!
Unforgettable Views
Couples were mesmerized by the clarity of the skies and the detail of celestial objects. Truly stunning!
Weather Dependent
Travelers worried about potential cancellations due to clouds. Always check the forecast!
Chilly Nights
Some couples found the nighttime temperatures quite cold. Dress warmly for a comfortable experience.
Limited Accessibility
Some locations may have uneven terrain. Check access details before booking for ease.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
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Sunday
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In-depth experience
May contain spoilers
Watch curated videos from fellow travellers for a glimpse of what to expect.
View Milky Way on stargazing tour in Wanaka.
When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
HIGH
9-23°C
Early summer offers warm temperatures and minimal precipitation, providing excellent conditions for stargazing.
Early summer offers warm temperatures and minimal precipitation, providing excellent conditions for stargazing.
Open
High demand may limit availability; early booking is essential.
High demand may limit availability; early booking is essential.
Recommended
December's warm weather and clear skies are perfect for stargazing, but the peak tourist season necessitates early planning and reservations.
December's warm weather and clear skies are perfect for stargazing, but the peak tourist season necessitates early planning and reservations.
January
HIGH
12-25°C
Warm and stable weather with minimal rainfall.
Warm and stable weather with minimal rainfall.
Open
Limited availability; advance booking required.
Limited availability; advance booking required.
Recommended
January offers warm and stable weather, ideal for stargazing. However, it's peak tourist season, leading to higher prices and limited availability. Advance booking is essential.
January offers warm and stable weather, ideal for stargazing. However, it's peak tourist season, leading to higher prices and limited availability. Advance booking is essential.
February
MEDIUM
11-24°C
Warm and settled weather with occasional light rain.
Warm and settled weather with occasional light rain.
Open
Limited availability; advance booking recommended.
Limited availability; advance booking recommended.
Recommended
February continues to offer favorable stargazing conditions with warm weather. While still in peak season, crowds are slightly reduced compared to January. Early booking is advisable.
February continues to offer favorable stargazing conditions with warm weather. While still in peak season, crowds are slightly reduced compared to January. Early booking is advisable.
March
MEDIUM
8-22°C
Mild temperatures with increasing chances of rain.
Mild temperatures with increasing chances of rain.
Open
More availability; booking still recommended.
More availability; booking still recommended.
Recommended
March offers mild weather and fewer crowds, making it a good time for stargazing. Prices begin to decrease, and availability improves.
March offers mild weather and fewer crowds, making it a good time for stargazing. Prices begin to decrease, and availability improves.
How to get there
Shuttle
Recommended
Taxi
Recommended
Car
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required