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Reviews

• Something out of the usual for us.

  Oscardog16,Mar 2, 2026

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  4.00

  Informative excursion in Akaroa. We learnt a lot about the sun and how it produces the light we take for granted. We also got to view the sun through a specialised telescope and left with photos taken on our phone. Recommended excursion. Having completed the sun viewing we would like to have tried the star gazing if we had more time.

• Solar gazing

  resomnetierb,Dec 14, 2025

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  5.00

  It was an extrely interesting experience and we learned a lot about the sun and the solar system. We were also able to look through the telescope and saw sun eruptions and spots.

  

• Excellent

  victoriarB3633OS,Oct 3, 2025

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  5.00

  This was an awesome experience. Luca was very helpful when we needed to change plans due to the weather. His knowledge and passion for the solar system was fantastic. I highly recommend

• Great interaction with family-owned business and cool Sun observations!

  redmed2000,Aug 3, 2025

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  5.00

  I took another space-geek friend and NZ transplant to do the Sun viewing. The team was super communicative, and we even popped into the shop (2/8 Rue Balguerie, Akaroa) to discuss plans because the clouds were rolling across the sky (and the point was to see the Sun!) We were flexible, and so were they, and we ended up having a private Sun-gazing experience — all safety equipment present and accounted for! We saw flares and sunspots, and had three different ways of viewing the Sun, which was really cool. Also recommend popping into the shop, for space-themed items (Catraunaut puzzle being one of my favorites), photos, and more. Family-owned and operated, and well worth supporting! Would recommend the experience for daytime visits to Akaroa.

  

  

• Sun gazing tour

  julieeY2997CP,Jun 2, 2025

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  5.00

  It was a different experience and our guide was so knowledgeable and passionate about the solar system. Well worth the money it was great. We would love to do the star gazing next time.

• Amazing Experience

  Sakshii05,Jan 13, 2025

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  5.00

  I never knew you could actually see the sun through a telescope, or that something like this even existed— all thanks to Luca! He was proactive, keeping us informed about the weather conditions and accommodated us in the next slot. His passion for stargazing really shines through, and he provided an experience that rivals the famous stargazing in Lake Tekapo. Whether it’s the Solar Explorer tour or the night stargazing, I highly recommend anyone in and around Akaroa to book these experiences. Luca’s enthusiasm and expertise make all the difference!