Good Heavens Stargazing Experiences

Lean back in a comfy chair and listen to the waves as the Milky Way comes into focus. Let the friendly island guides entertain you with interesting facts and fascinating stories, illuminating our place in the universe, while you get lost in the stars.

Hours Hāora
- Monday9 AM – 7 PM
- Tuesday9 AM – 7 PM
- Wednesday9 AM – 7 PM
- Thursday9 AM – 7 PM
- Friday9 AM – 7 PM
- Saturday9 AM – 7 PM
- Sunday9 AM – 7 PM
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Words by Tourism New Zealand
Last updated 26 Aug 2024

Aotea/Great Barrier Island is a Dark Sky Sanctuary only half hours' scenic flight from Auckland.

The dunes of this pristine, off-grid island are a most picturesque location for stargazing in New Zealand.

Here, Good Heavens' local guides entertain you with interesting facts and the fascinating stories our ancestors used and that may help you too, to make sense of this magical night time world.

Experiences last 1.5-2 hours, are suited to individuals, couples and groups.

Groups are small and locations scenic.

Good Heavens Stargazing Experiences use 8" telescopes and binoculars to guide you deep into space. Private experiences suit large groups, interpreters or children under 8.

To come stargazing, you need to stay on Aotea overnight. Marvel at the stars with Good Heavens Stargazing Experiences.

Location Te wāhi

73 Sandhills Road, Great Barrier Island

Plan your route

Getting there Te huarahi ki reira

Fly or sail! Barrier Air offers flights from Auckland airport or a quick 30-minute ride on a small plane from the North Shore. For a scenic voyage, hop on the 4.5-hour Sealink ferry or take a private water taxi to paradise.

Local tip He tīwhiri mō te rohe

Hiring a car in advance is strongly recommended as there is no public transport on the island.