Stories and Stars – Family Stargazing Night

Name: Stories and Stars – Family Stargazing Night
Start: 2026-06-06 18:15 - 20:30 -Please let us know your preferred evening and our friendly team will be in touch
Location: The Scheelite Shelter at The Headwaters Glenorchy Eco Lodge

A magical night for the whole family, under the stars

Join us this winter in the world’s newest International Dark Sky Sanctuary. Just 45 minutes from Queenstown.

Begin with a family friendly dinner, before heading outdoors to explore the night sky. Snuggle into your own bean bag with a blanket and binoculars, take turns at the telescope with our guide, then gather by the fire in the cosy Scheelite Shelter with a hot chocolate and toast marshmallows under the stars.

When and where

Date and Time: 6 June - 19 September 2026
18:15 - 20:30 -Please let us know your preferred evening and our friendly team will be in touch

Location: The Scheelite Shelter at The Headwaters Glenorchy Eco Lodge

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Stories and Stars – Family Stargazing Night

A magical night for the whole family, under the stars

Join us this winter in the world’s newest International Dark Sky Sanctuary. Just 45 minutes from Queenstown.

Begin with a family friendly dinner, before heading outdoors to explore the night sky. Snuggle into your own bean bag with a blanket and binoculars, take turns at the telescope with our guide, then gather by the fire in the cosy Scheelite Shelter with a hot chocolate and toast marshmallows under the stars.

Family Friendly Dinner and Stargazing Tour

Price: $299 per family of 4

Time: Evenings from 6:15 PM

Location: The Headwaters Glenorchy Eco Lodge

Includes hot chocolate and marshmallows by the fire.

Upgrade to S’mores for $30 per family

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