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Astronomy and Astrophotography Tour

4.8(12)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 12 reviews6 hFree cancellationBy Ecoturismo La Serena Spa.
Astronomy Tour - Ecotourism La serene

About this activity

In the Elqui Valley, in the IV Region, there is a privileged Astronomical Center with almost 300 days of clear skies a year. It offers advanced astronomy tours with specialized guides in Spanish, who explain everything about the universe in a clear and didactic way. High-quality telescopes are used, such as the 24-inch Hubble Optics, unique in Chile, the 20-inch Hubble Optics, and the 20-inch Meade, rotating between them for a varied observation experience. From the outdoor terrace, constellations, planets, nebulas, and more can be observed. Group astrophotography photos are captured on moonless nights, and visitors are allowed to photograph lunar craters with their own devices on moonlit nights.

What's included

  • ✓Group Astrophotography
  • ✓Soda/Pop
  • ✓Air-conditioned vehicle
  • ✓Telescopes
  • ✓Coffee and/or Tea

Not included

  • ✕Gratuities
  • ✕Tour only in SPANISH. A translator can be arranged. Cost: $20,000CLP
  • ✕Personal Astrophotography
  • ✕Dinner

Meeting and pickup

  • We are located next to the Toyota car dealership. From Route 5, cross the train line two blocks towards the coast. From the monumental lighthouse of La Serena it is approximately a 15-minute walk towards the mountain range.

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Tour subject to a minimum of 6 passengers for its realization
  • Tour subject to sky conditions
  • We will confirm your pick-up time on the same day of the activity. As it varies depending on the season
  • Consider the lunar cycle for better observation and prefer days without moon. When there is a crescent moon and a full moon, observation CAN be done, but astrophotography CANNOT.
  • Astrophotography only for moonless nights
  • Young children visiting the astronomical center should not wear shoes with lights
  • Pickup times may vary depending on the season of the year

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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