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Stonehenge Aotearoa offers a unique twist on the iconic monument. This modern, working observatory in New Zealand is designed for the Southern Hemisphere, incorporating Polynesian and Maori astronomical knowledge. Interactive tours engage visitors in learning how ancient cultures navigated and understood the cosmos. Set in the serene Wairarapa countryside, it provides a less crowded and more intimate experience than its UK counterpart. Explore the stars and delve into the fascinating world of archaeoastronomy at Stonehenge Aotearoa. Up to 50 people in a tour.
Step into a world of wonder with our immersive story-telling Guided Tours, available to fit your schedule. Whether you're exploring solo or with a group, our tours offer a unique blend of history and mystery. Each tour begins with a captivating introduction, followed by a 15-minute audio-visual presentation that sets the stage for your adventure. Then, let our expert guides lead you through the henge, sharing tales that bring its ancient secrets to life. The last Henge tour of the day ends with the sunset! View it from within the henge. Booking is easy—simply visit our system to find and secure available times and dates that suit you. Embark on your journey into the past today and discover the stories that have shaped our world!
Shared 90 minutes Tour of Stonehenge Aotearoa lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
Prices start at $39 per person for this Wellington experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is Stonehenge Aotearoa, we will meet you in the carpark at the end of the drive.. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 50 participants.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Wheelchair accessible Accessibility is affected by weather. Sensible footwear is advised.
Excellent visit with a friendly informative guide. Fascinating insight into the building and stars. Highly recommend to visitors to the wairarapa.
Thank you for that review. We get a lot of positive reviews and it really keeps us going. Richard is a wonderful communicatory and people love his tours.
Stonehenge Aotearoa is inspiring combination of science and nature, that nurtures the mind and soul. This was our third visit.
We often get returning visitors. I remember asking one, "how many times have you been?" and she said, "twelve times". Other people bring their visitors.
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