Solar Explorer in Akaroa - Sun-Viewing Tour with Telescopes

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Discover the Sun like never before! This unique daytime experience offers a safe, fascinating look at our nearest star, perfect for all ages and Akaroa day trips.

What You'll Experience:

Safe Solar Viewing: Observe the Sun through our specialized solar telescope. See sunspots, flares, and intricate solar activity in stunning detail.

Smartphone Solar Photography: Use our provided adapter to easily capture your own amazing photos of the Sun directly through the telescope with your smartphone!

Instant Solar Images with ZWO Seestar S50: Our ZWO Seestar S50 smart telescope captures high-resolution images of the Sun, which are then shared with you digitally and instantly!

Expert Guidance: Learn captivating facts about the Sun, its features, and its impact on Earth from our knowledgeable astronomer.

This tour provides a hands-on, exciting introduction to astronomy, offering visuals you won't find anywhere else.

It's an ideal, memorable addition to your Akaroa itinerary!

Instant digital photos of the Sun captured with ZWO Seestar S50
Expert guidance and commentary
Use of specialized solar telescope
Smartphone adapter for solar photography

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels