Silver River Stargazing Tours

We offer epic, small group stargazing tours in Lake Tekapo that don’t cost the Earth.

English Tour
中文观星团
日本語

Experience 100% Pure Darkness.

Our stargazing tours take place on 50,000 acres of farmland, All of which fall within the boundaries of the gold rated Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve, the home of Lake Tekapo, and some of the darkest night skies in the world. We have little to no light pollution and are committed to leaving the lightest footprint on our land and night sky.

Ultimate Stargazing Experience (English)

Lake Tekapo

$219 | 120 Minutes

Tekapo's Ultimate Stargazing Experience Includes:

  • A personalized fully guided stargazing experience.
  • Exclusive use of our 16 inch telescope
  • Individual group photographs under the stars and learn to take photos of the night sky with stars.
  • Free hot drinks and a sharing platter.
  • Free use of our winter down jackets.
  • Private access to some of the best stargazing locations in the dark sky reserve.
  • A maximum group size of 10-11 people.
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Alpine Stargazing Experience
(English)

Lake Tekapo

$119 | 75 Minutes

Our 75 Minute Alpine Stargazing Experience Includes:

  • A guided naked eye introduction to the night sky.
  • Use of our 14 inch telescopes.
  • A maximum group size of 10-11 people.
  • Free use of our winter down jackets.
  • A free individual group photograph under the stars.
  • Complimentary shuttle from our office in town to stargazing site.
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The Astronomer's Experience (English)

Lake Tekapo

$299 | 120 Minutes

The Astronomer's Experience Includes:

  • Exclusive use of our powerful 18" telescope - the largest in commercial use in the South Island.
  • Live O-III filter demonstration.
  • Expert guided explanations of star formation, evolution, and the structure of deep sky objects.
  • Exclusive astrophotography session, to capture and take home your own image of a deep sky object.
  • Free use of our winter down jackets and blankets
  • Free individual photograph under the stars.
  • Small groups capped at 4 guests.
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Astrophotography Tour (English)

Lake Tekapo

$599| 180 Minutes

Our Three Hour Astrophotography Tour Includes:

  • Learn how to capture stunning photographs of the night sky.
  • Free use of our camera’s & lenses (if available)or bring your own.
  • Learn how to take nightscape photographs.
  • Learn how to take star trail photographs.
  • Learn how to process your images at the end of the tour.​
  • Small groups capped at 4 guests.
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Twizel Stargazing (English)

Twizel

$119 | 75 Minutes

Our Fully Guided Stargazing Tour Includes:

  • Guided stargazing experience in Twizel.
  • Use of our powerful telescopes.
  • A maximum group size of 20.
  • Complimentary shuttle from our pick-up points.
  • A complimentary photograph under the stars.
  • Suitable for families.
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Mount Cook Stargazing (English)

Mount Cook

$119 | 75 Minutes

Our Mount Cook Stargazing Tour Includes:

  • Guided stargazing experience in Mt. Cook.
  • Use of our powerful telescopes.
  • A maximum group size of 20.
  • A complimentary photograph under the stars.
  • Suitable for families.
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Contact Us

Check-in & Ticket Office: Kiwi Treasures (12 Rapuwai Lane, 7999 Lake Tekapo, New Zealand.)

Phone or Whatsapp: +64 27 900 0335

Email: hello@silverriver.co.nz

Sustainable Tourism

We are committed to excellence and sustainability, adhering to global standards that reflect our dedication to responsible tourism and environmental care. We are currently offsetting 120% of the carbon emissions from our tourism activities annually.

By booking one of our tours, you help support the sustainable management of our farm in the Mackenzie Region.

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Contact Us

  • hello@silverriver.co.nz
  • 027 900 0335
  • 12 Rapuwai Lane, 7999 Lake Tekapo, New Zealand.

Family Owned & Operated Since 2018