The Taieri Gorge Stargazer
Be first onboard for 2027
The Taieri Gorge Stargazer will return in 2027.
Planning is already underway for the next edition of this special evening experience, bringing together a journey through the Taieri Gorge with astronomy, storytelling and the southern night sky.
Dates and full details for 2027 are still to be announced.
Join the waitlist and be among the first to hear when the next Stargazer journeys are released.
A different side of the Taieri Gorge
The Taieri Gorge is usually experienced by day.
Stargazer changes the perspective.
The journey begins at historic Dunedin Railway Station before travelling into the Taieri Gorge after dark, creating an experience built around the railway, the landscape and Otago's night sky.
What to expect in 2027
We're still shaping the next Stargazer experience.
Why join the waitlist?
Join the Stargazer waitlist to:
- Hear about the 2027 dates when they're announced.
- Receive early access before tickets are released publicly.
- Get updates as the next Stargazer experience takes shape.
- Be first to know if additional departures are added.
Our 2026 Stargazer partners
The Taieri Gorge Stargazer is created with the support and expertise of partners who help bring the night sky to life.
Winterstellar Charitable Trust
Winterstellar Charitable Trust works to help people experience, appreciate and protect Otago's dark night skies.
Their involvement brings local knowledge and a deeper connection to the night sky into the Stargazer experience.
Tūhura Otago Museum
Tūhura Otago Museum brings astronomy, science and storytelling into the Stargazer experience.
Through talks and interpretation, the team helps passengers understand more about the southern night sky and what they're seeing above the Taieri Gorge.
What previous Stargazers told us
A night worth remembering
“Loved the cozy carriages and stepping out into the crisp night air to look at the stars.”
“Seeing the stars clear above the gorge with the experts guiding us was unforgettable. ”
“A truly unique night out in Dunedin. Everything felt well-organised and the team were fantastic.”
Stargazer 2027 FAQs
Will The Taieri Gorge Stargazer return in 2027?
Yes. Planning is underway for the 2027 experience.
When are the 2027 Stargazer dates?
Dates have not yet been announced.
Join the waitlist to be among the first to hear when the 2027 programme is confirmed.
When will Stargazer tickets go on sale?
Tickets are not yet available.
Waitlist subscribers will receive updates as booking dates are confirmed.
Will Stargazer 2027 be the same as 2026?
The experience continues to evolve each year while retaining the elements that make Stargazer distinctive.
Full details of the 2027 programme will be announced once confirmed.
Where does Stargazer depart from?
The Taieri Gorge Stargazer departs from Dunedin Railway Station in central Dunedin.
Can I book a private Stargazer experience?
Private and charter enquiries can be discussed with our team.
Be first onboard
Dates are still to come, but you don't need to wait to register your interest.
Join The Taieri Gorge Stargazer 2027 waitlist and we'll let you know when the next chapter is ready.