Featured in "New Zealand Guide’s Must-Do Autumn Experiences"
Star Safari – A Must-Do North Island Experience
• Located in the Wairarapa Dark Sky Reserve
• Hosted by astrophysicists and astronomers
• Observatory-scale telescopes (2×16”, rare 8” refractor)
• Kids under 16 come free
• Just 1 hour from Wellington
Perfect as part of a Wairarapa weekend — pair stargazing with local wine and food experiences.
What you will see
Planets
Star clusters
Nebulae
The Milky Way
Who Will Guide You
Astrophysicist
Astrobiologist
Astronomer
Trained local team
This is the best experience I have had. I've never seen stars so close.
Sanemi Yq, Age 13
When I grow up, I want to be Hari and Sam.
Thank you for having us!
This place is super cool even when it's raining & unable to stargaze. I learned so much about space, and now I am actually interested in astronomy and all that. The VR was so cool + the hot chocs were a great addition!
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Our second time at Star Safari and just as good (if not better!) than last time. E mihi ana ki a kōrua mo tō mātauranga ki te ao marama! Thank you for an out-of-this world experience!
Ty & Terita
Codetic
Logistics
Location: Wairarapa Dark Sky Reserve
Distance: 80 km from Wellington
Duration: 90 minutes
Group size: Small groups, with limited spaces per session to maintain quality.
Weather policy: the Star Safari experience includes a cloudy sky programme. Our premium stargazing experience only goes ahead in good weather.
Warm clothing advice: dress warm with closed-toe shoes, like you would for hiking.