Solar Explorer

Discover the Sun like never before!

View. Capture. Explore.

Solar Maximum is Here!

Join us at Akaroa Lighthouse for our Solar Explorer Tour! Our expert guides will show you the Sun's intense activity, with stunning solar flares, prominences, and sunspots.

Use our Coronado Solar telescope for safe, up-close views. Plus, snap amazing photos with our smartphone adapter - a perfect souvenir!.

Bring the family - kids under 5 join for free! Book your Solar Explorer Tour today and see the Sun like never before!

  • Child (5 - 15) $15

    Adult (16+) $29

    Please note that children under 5s join us for free!

  • - Small group tour (up to 8)
    - Coronado solarscope for breathtaking views
    - Use of smartphone adapter to capture stunning images of the Sun

  • - Duration: 30 minutes
    - Nearby toilets

  • Check our online booking calendar for your preferred date and secure your spot for an unforgettable celestial adventure!

    Please refer to our Terms and Conditions for further details, including our cancellation policy.