Fiordland is an ideal venue for live night sky viewing due to its complete lack of air and light pollution. The night sky mirrors the values that draw people to Fiordland; a vast, rugged, untouched and ancient landscape seen under an equally timeless, vast and unspoilt skyscape brings you out in goosebumps. Earth meets sky.
We are able to cater for schools and various other groups. We can tailor content, duration and price to suit. Please don't hesitate to contact Astronomy Fiordland to see how we can bring the universe to you!
Even from earth we can have a sense of distant solar systems. look closely through our telescope and see the faint shapes of distant galaxies.
Explore the universe. In our star dome there is no need for expensive space flights, and light years are as short as the click of a button.
NASA may be planning another moon landing but you can feel like you're there right now.
Our Astronomy tours - an overview
Astronomy Fiordland offers two experiences:
1) The original Night Sky Safari
2) The Stardome
Most people have looked up at the night sky before, be it in awe, question or quiet appreciation of the stars. Gain a new appreciation of all that happens high above your head on either of our small group tours, the Night Sky Safari or inside the Stardome. The trips are fully guided excursions which we can tailor as a voyage through the stars to suit your group. Among many other fascinating facts you can how to find south using the iconic Southern Cross. You'll never be star-struck and lost again after a trip to Fiordland's star attraction.
Both astronomy trips excel at bringing the universe to life with a focus on New Zealand and Maori themes, legends, constellations (including the Southern Cross) and unique objects visible from southern lattitudes. Much of the information and constellations shown are also relevant to the northern hemisphere. Indeed, if you're a guest from north of the equator you will not only have a unique southern experience, you'll also be able to take knowledge home and relate it to your local sky.
