Omaka Observatory Tour and VR Experience (Fri / Sat)
- Duration: 120 Minutes (approx.)
- Location: Blenheim
- Product code: PABENQ
Our bus will pick you up at the tour time from the Blenheim Railway Station (opposite the i-site) or 10 minutes later from the Runway Cafe** (opposite the airport) on Middle Renwick Road and take you to the Observatory. Travel time to / from Blenheim Railway Station to site is approximately 25 minutes.Travel to site will be on our 18 seater school bus.
Once at our Observatory you will be met by one of our Astro-Tour guides who will give you a one hour Observatory and VR Tour.
The tour includes a 20 minute guided tour of the night sky, 30 minutes exploring space through our telescopes and a 10 minute Virtual Reality Experience.
Our Crater Observatory has been designed with a low environmental footprint, it assists in cutting out light pollution and provides shelter from the wind. It is located in the Omaka Valley.
This is an out-door experience so please wrap up warm (hat and gloves recommended) good foot wear is required (don't come in your best high heels).
Note children need to be accompanied by an adult on a no less than a one adult per four children ratio.
The Observatory is located on a working farm, please follow your tour guides instructions. Note there is limited toilet facilities on-site.
