Stargazing Night in the Tabernas Desert

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About this activity

Under the expansive sky of the Tabernas Desert, a unique stargazing experience awaits. Guided by a certified astronomy expert, participants will explore the night sky through a powerful 305 mm telescope and an smart Telescope, identifying constellations and learning about celestial bodies. Discover the mythology behind legendary figures like Hercules and Andromeda, while gaining insights into the cosmos and our place within it. This two-hour journey not only offers a chance to observe planets and distant stars but also includes a memorable group photo against a stunning celestial backdrop, capturing the essence of this extraordinary night.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Espacio Supernova

Ages: Youth (5–17 years) · Adults (18–120 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Astronomical monitor certified by the Starlight Foundation of the Canary Islands Astrophysics Inst.
Included: Professional Telescopes
Included: Blankets to lay down in the floor

Not included

Not included: Camping Chair (upon previous request and availability)
Not included: Personalized picture with the starry night
Not included: Transport from Retamar or Almeria City (upon previous request and availability)

Itinerary

MiniHollywood Oasys

Passing by

Bypassing MiniHollywood (or Driving past MiniHollywood), we'll arrive at the designated esplanade marked by the red pin.

Welcome and Introduction

Welcome to your meeting point! Our friendly guide will be waiting to greet you, easily recognizable by their soft red light. This light is specially chosen to preserve your night vision as we begin our adventure.

We'll start with a brief introduction to the magical world of stargazing. You'll learn about the area's incredibly dark skies, which make it a premier location for viewing the cosmos.

But the stars aren't the only legends here. We'll also share the captivating story of the Western movies filmed in these very surroundings.
Stop 2

5 min

Walk to the Viewing Point

From the meeting point, we will walk for 5 minutes. During this short walk, your guide will provide a brief explanation about the Sierra Alhamilla Natural Area until we reach our observation point.
Desierto de Tabernas

1 h 40 min

Discover the beauty of the stars in the Tabernas desert, far away from the light pollution of the city. Look up in wonder at the night sky and contemplate the marvels of the universe through our powerful telescopes. Accompanied by a certified guide, you'll embark on a fascinating journey through space.

You will learn to identify the main constellations visible on the night of your visit. If the Moon is out, you'll be able to observe its craters in detail and understand how they formed over time.

The activity also includes the principles of positional astronomy, which will teach you how to orient yourself in the night sky. Through the telescope, you will explore deep-sky objects such as open clusters, globular clusters, and binary stars.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

The meeting point is an esplanade where you can leave your car which can be reached via the small road that runs alongside the Oasys Miniholliwood facilities. Our guide will be waiting for you with a red light. From there, we will walk together to the observation point (1 min).

End point

The meeting point is an esplanade where you can leave your car which can be reached via the small road that runs alongside the Oasys Miniholliwood facilities. Our guide will be waiting for you with a red light. From there, we will walk together to the observation point (1 min).

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

Observación (ESPAÑOL)

Español
Vinos y Estrellas (ESPAÑOL)

Vinos, tapas y Telescopios: Saborea una botella de vino locales acompañados de tabla de quesos y hummus. Puedes contratar servicio de recogida !

idioma ESPAÑOL
Stargazing&telescope (ENGLISH)

Duration: 2 hours
Stars, Wines & tapas (ENGLISH)

Stargazing with wines & tapas: Tasting of a bottle of local wine, paired with 3 differnt cheeses & hummus tapas. Transfer available upon request!

language: ENGLISH