Tour Astronómico
Expedition Overview
The Atacama Desert is globally renowned for possessing the clearest, most pristine skies on Earth. Leave the lights of San Pedro behind and journey into the profound darkness of the desert. Led by an expert guide, you will observe planets, nebulas, and distant galaxies through high-powered telescopes while learning fascinating aspects of Andean cosmology and how ancient cultures interpreted the cosmos.
The Route
8:30 PM Departure
Pick up from the designated meeting point in San Pedro de Atacama. We drive out of town into a designated dark-sky viewing area.
9:00 PM Sky Introduction
Naked-eye observation of the southern hemisphere. Your guide will point out major constellations and explain the Andean worldview of the stars.
9:45 PM Deep Space Viewing
Take turns looking through high-powered professional telescopes to view celestial bodies such as Saturn's rings, star clusters, and nebulas.
10:30 PM Astrophotography & Warm Drinks
Enjoy a warm beverage or a pisco sour while our specialized photographer captures a professional astrophotography portrait of you under the Milky Way.
11:30 PM Return to San Pedro
Drive back to the town center, concluding an unforgettable night under the clearest skies on Earth.
What's Included
Included
- Round-trip transport
- Bilingual Astronomical Guide
- Use of professional telescopes
- Hot drinks & snacks
- Digital astrophotography portrait
Not Included
- Heavy winter clothing
- Hotel drop-off (ends downtown)
- Gratuities
Frequent Questions
What happens if it is cloudy?
The Atacama Desert boasts over 300 clear nights a year. However, if the sky is overcast and prevents viewing, the tour will either be rescheduled for another night or fully refunded.
What should I wear?
Temperatures drop drastically at night in the desert. You will be standing outside for a few hours. Please dress in very warm layers, including a heavy jacket, long pants, closed shoes, and ideally a beanie and gloves.
Does the moon affect the tour?
Yes. During a Full Moon, the sky is very bright, meaning the stars and Milky Way are less visible, but you get spectacular views of the Moon's craters. A New Moon provides the darkest skies for viewing deep space objects and the Milky Way.
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