Private Tour

Archaeoastronomical Stargazing in Andes near Santiago

From USD 358

5.00

3 reviews

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Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

7 hours

Mobile ticket

If you are fascinated by the photos and pictures of light year distant planets, stars and galaxies far far away, then don’t miss this chance to get a glance of the famous Chilean clear skies only half an hour away from the city. The observatory is owned privately and located in the Andes. This observatory is self-built by the astronomer, utilizing ancient building techniques, and is oriented towards different astronomical phenomena that occur during the year. Please bring some warm clothes as temperatures drop significantly at night close to the Andes mountains in Chile. As our tour is as exclusive as our Astronomer is eccentric, please reach out to us to check availability before booking. In case of limited weather conditions, we may have to cancel this tour. Please be flexible in your dates

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children must be accompanied by an adult

A minimum of 2 people per booking is required

The remaining time is allotted to the travel time

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Bilingual guide

Explanation by astronomer - Introduction into Western, Mapuche and Incan culture and cosmology.

Traditional Once Chilena (homemade bread, confections and local products), + tea, coffee, juice and wine

Private transport

Travel insurance

Optional gratuities for guides and drivers

Items of personal nature

Options

Archaeoastronomical Stargazing

Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

3 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

This was very low-key and...
Rick K,
Feb 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00
This was very low-key and a fun experience under the stars. I enjoyed the time looking through the telescope and the free time I had to do some astrophotography. Our hosts were super kind and interesting.
Saturn Venus
Jeffrey A,
Jan 24, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Unique experience with local family and professor of astronomy. Provides an ancient views on the stars Ali was so kind to open her home to us with fresh snacks thank you for a wonderful night under the stars
Awesome tour!
Ryan K,
Nov 17, 2024
- Viator
5.00
We travel A LOT and this was one of the best tours we have ever experienced. The knowledge and expertise of the group was awesome. We would recommend to anyone interested in astronomy. VERY COOL TOUR.