Astronomical Observation Tour in the Atacama Desert
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2h 30min
- Price from
- $40 / person
- Location
- San Pedro de Atacama, Chile
- Rating
- 4.6 / 5 · 61 reviews
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Up to 17 people
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- HORIZONTE ATACAMA
- Meeting point
- In front of the restaurant ADOBE
Description
Enjoy a magical night in the Atacama Desert, just 15 minutes from San Pedro, where light pollution is nonexistent and silence reigns. Under the vastness of the Milky Way, the evening begins with a talk about the sky and its wonders. A professional photographer will capture your moment with a high-resolution panorama. Observe 8-10 celestial objects through state-of-the-art telescopes, including galaxies and nebulae, with detailed explanations from an expert guide. Finally, relax with a snack and a cocktail of wine as you gaze across the starry sky.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
- Start times
- 8:30 PM
- Next available
- Sat, Oct 31
- Adult (ages 19–60)
- $40
- Senior (ages 61–75)
- $40
- Youth (ages 13–18)
- $40
- Child (ages 4–12)
- $40
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 30.
Tour Options
Itinerary
San Pedro de Atacama
Passengers may enjoy: an open air chat beneath the stars, of a photographic session with the milky way, an observation session on stellar objects, of a cocktail and snack under the stars
What's included
Included
Private transportation
Blankets and gloves for the cold
Snack and cocktail with wine
Personal and couple photography
Digital and analogue telescopes
Pickup Locations & Times
We wait for clients at the agency (238B snails) for the first night shift. Find out times at the time of booking as the times change with the season of the year. The astronomical tour depends on the weather and we may have to delay the tour in order to be able to em better weather conditions. The delay is part of the protocol and no refund can be requested for delay. We pick up passengers from their respective hotels for the second night shift. The driver shares his location in real time in a whatsapp group and warns passengers in the pickup group. Passengers must use whatsapp and be on the lookout for their cell phones to enter the pickup group.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.6
61 reviews
How it compares in San Pedro de Atacama
- No. 39 by number of reviews among 286 tours in San Pedro de Atacama
- Starting price $40 is 34% below the typical $61 for tours of similar length in San Pedro de Atacama
- Price unchanged over the last 28 days
Excurgo comparison of 286 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Astronomical Observation Tour in the Atacama Desert take?
Astronomical Observation Tour in the Atacama Desert lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Astronomical Observation Tour in the Atacama Desert cost?
Prices start at $40 per person for this San Pedro de Atacama experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Astronomical Observation Tour in the Atacama Desert run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 8:30 PM.
How much does Astronomical Observation Tour in the Atacama Desert cost for children?
Children aged 4–12 pay from $40, adults from $40.
Can I cancel Astronomical Observation Tour in the Atacama Desert for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. We wait for clients at the agency (238B snails) for the first night shift. Find out times at the time of booking as the times change with the season of the year. The astronomical tour depends on the weather and we may have to delay the tour in order to be able to em better weather conditions. The delay is part of the protocol and no refund can be requested for delay. We pick up passengers from their respective hotels for the second night shift. The driver shares his location in real time in a whatsapp group and warns passengers in the pickup group. Passengers must use whatsapp and be on the lookout for their cell phones to enter the pickup group. Pickup points include Don Raul Hotel.
What languages is Astronomical Observation Tour in the Atacama Desert offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 17 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Specialized infant seats are available
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Astronomical Observation Tour in the Atacama Desert worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 61 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by HORIZONTE ATACAMA.
Reviews(61)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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