Chameleons are one of the most fascinating creatures on our planet Earth. They are famously able to change their skin pigment in response to their environment; responding to and blending with their surroundings.

The Chamaeleon constellation (Latin form of Chameleon) lies close to the South Celestial Pole in the southern night sky. It is forever in pursuit of the nearby constellation Musca, the fly.

These are two of the smaller and lesser known of the 88 official constellations. Similar to the Chamaeleon constellation, Chameleon Stargazing is a business that is modest in size, but that will help you appreciate and engage with the beauty and science of the night sky.

At Chameleon Stargazing we adapt each tour to meet the individual interests of our guests, providing unforgettable experiences for exclusive small groups of families and friends. 

My name is George. I have been living in Lake Tekapo and working as an astronomy guide for over 6 years. I’ve also been lucky enough to work on the MOA telescope at the University of Canterbury’s Mount John Observatory – the largest optical telescope in the country. This gave me great insight into the life of a professional observer.

I enjoy sharing astronomy knowledge with people who are interested in the cosmos. I particularly love the relaxed atmosphere and personal connections of small tours, when the experience can be fully interactive and I can answer everyone’s awesome questions. 

So in 2021, I bought my telescope and decided to start my own business, so you can have a small group stargazing experience with me sharing everything I know about the night sky with you.