One of two "dark sky" spots in the Southern Hemisphere - Mt John Observatory gives tours of the night sky - but during the day you can drive up yourself and enjoy a 360 view of the Southern Alps and Lake Tekapu. 

The road closes at 6 - so plan ahead
One of two "dark sky" spots in the Southern Hemisphere - Mt John Observatory gives tours of the night sky - but during the day you can drive up yourself and enjoy a 360 view of the Southern Alps and Lake Tekapu. 

The road closes at 6 - so plan ahead