Atacama Desert Stargazing Tour

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Highlights

  • Use specialised equipment that you may not normally have access to

  • Heighten your knowledge of the night sky with an astronomer guide

  • Upgrade to include hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off

Summary

Greet your guide at either the astronomy agency in downtown San Pedro de Atacama, or enjoy hotel pickup depending on which option was selected. Venture to the heart of the Atacama Desert, the driest natural expanse on the planet, to begin uncovering the mysteries of the cosmos. Arrive at South America’s largest public observatory and begin learning how to use to the technologically advanced telescopes; the clear skies and high elevation of the desert make it the ideal place to spot shimmering stars.  Listen as your knowledgeable astronomer guide explains constellations of the cosmos, teaching you how to read the intriguing code of the night sky. Follow the direction of a green laser as your guide escorts your attention to stars and planets.  Become acquainted with the 10 on-site telescopes then maneuver each one to capture the mind-blowing magnificence of the night sky; spot explosive nebulae in vivid colors; zoom into the rugged craters of the moon’s surface; and marvel at the scattered formations of other galaxies. Re-adjust your telescopes under the guidance of your expert astronomer, who will also answer any questions you have.  Conclude your evening with a steaming cup of hot chocolate then relax during the journey to San Pedro de Atacama.  Please note: this tour does not operate on full-moon nights.

Tour info

Duration
3 hours 30 minutes
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

The San Pedro de Atacama desert is widely hailed as one of the best places in the world to stargaze. Guarantee the best views of the night sky on a stargazing tour led by a professional astronomer. You’ll have access to more than 10 high-powered telescopes and have the chance to upgrade to include hotel pickup and drop-off.

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What’s included?

  • Professional guide

  • Use of telescopes

  • Hot chocolate

  • Hotel pickup (if option selected)

  • Hotel drop-off

  • Gratuities

  • Hotel pickup (if option not selected)

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 3h 30m

  • Mobile tickets accepted

Covid Policy

  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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Turavion North - Excursions & Transfers

About operator:

Leaders in the business travel sector, backed by more than 80 years of experience. We are exclusive partners in Chile of the Global FCM Travel Solutions Network. We have technological solutions for the processing of applications, as well as consulting and data analysis for the savings in travel budgets. We have emergency service and support to the traveler around the world 24 hours a day.

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