Stargazing Adventure in Jordan

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Summary

We start by picking up our guest from all the local camps in Disi Area around 7:45 Pm in winter. (Summer times change, please check with us). Don't worry we always pick you up after your dinner. The adventure starts with a 20-minute presentation that takes you on a journey that sheds light on the cosmos. As the presentation ends, we step out and begin our trek across the sky. We split our guests in 2 equal groups: Group 1 Follow the light of the green laser surrounded by a candle track. A professional astronomer takes you around the night sky, explaining how to find directions in the night through the stars’ system. Then explaining the daily and annual rotation of stars. We show our guests various constellations and horoscopes with the aid of the laser. We explain ancient mythologies from various cultures. This session takes 35 minutes. Group 2 Will spend time on large telescopes, computerized with GPS systems. They see various targets like: Galaxies, Nebulae, planets and its moons, etc. The session is guided by another professional astronomer. This session takes 35 minutes. At the middle of the show. Group 1 and 2 switch. At the end we take group photo with the night objects.

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1 hours
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Why take this tour?

RumSky is a world class observatory open for tourist visiting the magical Wadi Rum Area in Jordan. Wadi Rum is one of rare places in the world where you can see thousands of sky objects due to low light pollution. RumSky provides large telescopes to aid the stargazing experience. Our professional astronomers will take you in one in a life time experience!

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What’s included?

  • Seeing through large telescopes

  • Presentation on Astronomy by a professional astronomer on a a large screen in a seated hall.

  • Naked eye stargazing aided with a powerful laser by a professional astronomer

  • Group photo with time exposure technique highlighting sky objects

  • Transportation is provided free for most of the local camps. Check list

  • Water and soft drinks available at reasonable cost

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 1h 30m

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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RumSky Adventure

About operator:

Now it is time for you to enjoy the beautiful night skies. Located in one of the most beautiful parts of Jordan, RumSky allows visitors to enjoy the starry nights of Wadi Rum. Our guided tour program allows you to learn more about the Universe we live in. Living in lively cities makes it more difficult to witness the magnificence of the skies and heavens. Through the innovation of science, we are able to get a little closer to the hidden wonders of the Universe. Stars, planets, nebulae, all are within your reach with RumSky. An entrepreneurial project was started by a group of Jordanians, using state of the art technology and mobile Observatory apps. The program is comprised of the following details: 30 Mins Animated presentation on astronomy in a seated hall. 30 Mins Large Telescopes Session 30 Minutes Laser Show Stargazing Note: We pick you from nearby Camps in Disi Area. Contact us for help on transportation from remote camps.

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