Lake Tekapo: Mount John Tour with Mandarin Guide
ID: GYG1230929-1888140
Category:
Country: Myanmar
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Explore iconic Mount John in Lake Tekapo on a guided tour with a Mandarin-speaking guide. Learn about the cosmos, enjoy panoramic views, refreshments and solar telescope viewing.
Begin your adventure at our lakeside base, where your guide introduces you to Dark Sky Project’s mission, the historic Brashear Telescope and the fascinating science behind the night sky.
Travel up the iconic Mount John for a short guided walk and breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Tekapo and the Mackenzie Basin. Explore our telescopes and learn about their scientific purposes.
When weather allows, you’ll also have the chance to safely observe the Sun through a specialised solar telescope; an unforgettable daytime astronomy experience.
Capture stunning photos, enjoy a relaxing refreshment break at the summit, and let us take care of your return transport.
This tour lasts 90–120 minutes, depending on road conditions on Mount John.
Highlights
- Marvel at the breathtaking beauty of Lake Tekapo from Mt John
- Learn about the cosmos and the Dark Sky Project's mission
- Enjoy a short guided walk and panoramic views from the summit
- Observe the Sun through a specialized solar telescope, weather permitting
- Relax with a refreshment break at the summit and convenient return transport
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Tour duration is 90–120 minutes depending on road conditions
Weather may affect solar telescope observation
If weather conditions prevent travel to Mt John, the tour will operate as our Indoor Experience, and you’ll receive a 50% refund
Dark Sky Project base is located on the lakefront in Lake Tekapo. Look for the big dome!
INCLUDED
- Guided tour of Mount John
- Panoramic views
- Solar telescope observation (weather permitting)
- Refreshment break at the summit
- Return transport
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
