# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Dark Sky Trek Wainuiomata
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 22 Aug, 2026 at 06:00 pm (+12:00)
- **Event Description**: We’ve teamed up with the Wellington Astronomical Society to bring you this exclusive FREE behind-the-scenes event.

Walk deep into untouched native forest, through some of the oldest trees in the Wellington region as darkness falls. You may even hear the calls of kiwi and rūrū (morepork). Explore an area not normally open to the public, including a glowworm-filled tunnel that links to the Orongorongo Valley.

The Wellington Astronomical Society will share insights on Dark Sky awareness and preservation and provide a telescope for viewing the Moon and the Southern Cross. Talk to Remutaka Conservation Trust volunteers about their Kiwi release programme and nest monitoring efforts.

Wainuiomata Regional Park is working towards dark sky reserve accreditation, one of only three in the Southern Hemisphere. Light pollution from the city washes out most stars, but the park offers one of the best stargazing experiences in the region.

What to bring:
•	Torches/headlamps (red lenses preferred)
•	Sturdy waterproof footwear
•	Warm and wet weather clothing

Note: This event includes a steep hill walk in the dark. A moderate level of fitness is required, and it is not suitable for children under 15. 

This event is strictly limited to 30 people. Registrations for this event will be on a first in first served basis and opens at 10am on Tuesday 14 July via this link: https://forms.office.com/r/Q1pZh7yG4F
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/lower-hutt/dark-sky-trek-wainuiomata/200030148575418
- **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, trekking
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 308

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Lower Hutt
- **state**: WG
- **country**: New Zealand
- **location**: Wainuiomata Recreation Area
- **lat**: -41.27512774
- **long**: 174.97303725
- **full address**: Wainuiomata Recreation Area, 10 Whitcher Grove,Lower Hutt, New Zealand

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Dark Sky Trek Wainuiomata being held?
  - **A:** Dark Sky Trek Wainuiomata takes place on Sat, 22 Aug, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Sat, 22 Aug, 2026 at 06:00 pm at Wainuiomata Recreation Area, 10 Whitcher Grove,Lower Hutt, New Zealand.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Dark Sky Trek Wainuiomata?
  - **A:** Dark Sky Trek Wainuiomata is organized by Greater Wellington.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Greater Wellington's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given Greater Wellington a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Greater Wellington has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.

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