Experience Antarctica in Ōtautahi Christchurch

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Akaroa Stargazing is a family-owned and operated business, offering the closest dark sky experiences to Christchurch—only 90 minutes from the airport. National Antarctic Program members can enjoy 10% off any of our tours, including our best-seller Night Awe and the popular daytime tour Solar Explorer. Please use the promo code ANTARCTICA10 at checkout. Please note that for the French crew, we can offer our tours in French, subject to the availability of our French guide. Similarly, for the Italian crew, we can offer our tours in Italian, subject to Luca's availability.