Astrophotographic Astronomical Tour

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About this activity

Live a magical night in the Atacama Desert, one of the best places in the world to observe the sky. Far from light pollution, you contemplate stars, planets, nebulae and the Milky Way with professional telescopes, guided by an expert astronomer who turns the universe into an easy to understand and fascinating experience.

The tour includes astrophotography, with unforgettable records under the starry sky, and a desert picnic with hot drinks and the traditional Chilean Pisco Sour. On full moon nights, the experience adapts to the Astrolunar, revealing stunning details of the lunar surface.

A unique experience that unites science, nature and emotion perfect for those who want to delight in the sky of Atacama.

Pick-up between 19:30 and 23:00 - we will contact to confirm.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 18 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Norte Sul Chile

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–15 years) · Youth (16–20 years) · Adults (21–65 years) · Seniors (66–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Astronomer Guide
Included: Photographer
Included: Right to two photos online
Included: Picnic with cheese table, salami, saladines, various snacks with cream cheese sauces, biscuits, peanuts, nuts, fruits of the season, juices and the famous Pisco Sour (typical Chilean drink);
Included: Telescopes

Itinerary

Atacama Dessert

2 hours

The tour takes place at night in the Atacama Desert, in an area without light pollution, ideal for observing the sky. With professional telescopes and accompanied by an astronomical Guide, travelers observe stars, planets, nebulae and the Milky Way. On full moon nights, the tour is Astrolunar, focusing on the Moon and its craters.

The experience includes a photo session, picnic in the desert with hot drinks and chilean Pisco Sour, plus contact via WhatsApp with directions until the return to San Pedro.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

We didn't catch Ayllus. If your hotel is outside our pick-up range, please contact us to see if we can pick you up, otherwise we will match the meeting point at Plaza Turistur or at the address described in the meeting point above.

End point

We didn't catch Ayllus. If your hotel is outside our pick-up range, please contact us to see if we can pick you up, otherwise we will match the meeting point at Plaza Turistur or at the address described in the meeting point above.

Pickup points

Don Raul Hotel
Hotel Takha Takha
Hotel La Cochera
Hotel Pascual Andino
Hotel Katarpe
Hotel Jardin Atacama
La Casa De Don Tomas
Hotel & Hostal Corvatsch
Hotel Diego de Almagro San Pedro De Atacama
San Pedro Domos
Hotel Manada del Desierto

and 4 more pickup points

Departure and return point

The tour begins with the search at your hotel, provided it is located on Rua Caracoles or up to 1 km away (central region of San Pedro de Atacama).
In some specific cases, alternative meeting points can be defined.
At the end, the return is always at Rua Caracoles, and from there the travellers return on foot to the nearby hotels.

Important : In Atacama, the main means of transportation is on foot, so staying in this region greatly facilitates the logistics of the tours.

Using your ticket

Dear client,

After completing your purchase, our team will contact you to share all the details about your transfer. We will keep you informed of the schedules as they are released, clarify your doubts and send you important information to make your experience as good as possible.