DESCRIPTION
Explore the Southern Stars on kunanyi / Mt Wellington
Join us at the Springs on kunanyi / Mt Wellington to learn about our southern stars, unique nocturnal wildlife
We will explore the southern night sky, starting with the Moon and our solar system. Depending on the time of year we may be able to see other planets of our solar system. Then we’ll look further out to the milky way and into deep space. If your lucky we may get to see the nuyina / aurora.
We will take a short walk to do some wildlife spotting, where we regularly see pademelons, micro bats and possums.
We will spend an extended period outside in the cold and advise you pack all or warmest clothing.
The Details
- Tour duration 1.5 hours
- Distance ~500m
- Difficulty Easy
- Effort Easy
- Hot drinks and treats included
- Warm fire in winter
- Please bring a torch, face mask, warm clothing and a pair of binoculars if you have them.
- Optional – a stargazing app on your phone e.g. Star Walk or Sky Tonight.
- Fingers crossed for clear skies, we should know by ~5pm if the tour needs to be cancelled, all tickets will be fully refunded.
Transport
Not included – please meet at the Springs half way up pinnacle rd in front of Lost Freight Cafe
