Astronomical Tour with Guide and Pick Up San Pedro de Atacama
Overview
Available languages
2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
The Atacama Desert has one of the cleanest and clearest skies on the planet, internationally recognized for its quality for stargazing. Secondly, the use of high-end, computerized and manual telescopes makes it possible to observe planets, clusters, galaxies and stars with great clarity, appreciating their shapes and colors in an unrivalled way. Another key aspect is the specialized guide, which provides clear, dynamic and didactic explanations, adapted to all audiences. In addition, the use of an astronomical laser pointer facilitates the identification of the main constellations of the southern hemisphere, providing an educational and entertaining value. This combination of exceptional sky, advanced technology and professional accompaniment ensures an immersive astrotourism experience that is hard to match. All this accompanied by food and drinks to make the activity more relaxed and comforting.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Live an unforgettable night under the cleanest skies in the world. Our astronomical observation tour in San Pedro de Atacama invites you to explore the universe with high-end telescopes, both computerized and manual, to discover space from Atacama. Depending on the time of year you can observe planets, clusters, galaxies and stars with high definition, distinguishing unique shapes and colors thanks to the quality of the sky. Our expert astronomy guides deliver dynamic and didactic explanations for every audience, and with an astronomical laser pointer guide you in identifying the main constellations of the southern hemisphere. More than a tour, it is an immersive astrotourism experience ideal for families, couples, photographers and curious travelers looking to learn, be surprised and take a unique memory under one of the most spectacular skies on the planet.
What‘s Included
Pick up from accommodation
Astro Photography (Without Moon)
Soda/Pop
Alcoholic Beverages
Snacks
Blankets - Chairs
Coffee and/or Tea
W.C.
We do not collect from en ayllu de Cucuter, Tulor, Coyo, Solor or Quitor
Pickup points
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Astronomical Tour with Guide and Pick Up San Pedro de Atacama
Pickup included
Reviews
136 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Disappointed by this tour
magdalenav444,,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00I was disappointed by the tour. I think most of your experience really depends on the tour guide. The one that we had was just ok, he was knowledgeable but not very "fun" to explain the different aspects of the sky, stars and others, which is needed at 10:30pm!! I say this as a person that really enjoys learning, but really he was not motivating to me. The location of the tour is ok as well, it should be farther out of San Pedro, so the town lights do not affect visibility. Lastly, the photos weren't really good, the photographer should have cautioned that glasses would reflect the flash, the faces are just ok, also you can see truck lights in the photo. The best thing was to see Saturn with the telescope and the food. I would recommend a different tour, ask your hotel or ask in San Pedro for a tour w/ a good tour guide, and where is the exact location they will be taking you.
Recommended astronomic tour
emmabR7611AK,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The guides were passionate and very knowledgeable. Through three telescopes, we saw a wide variety of objects, including two different galaxies, the brightest star, and Saturn (with its beautiful ring). Throughout the tour, there were very interesting explanations and plenty of opportunities to ask questions. The photos were an added bonus, and we enjoyed the snacks as well. Thank you so much! Dries and Emma
Stars Night in San Pedro de Atacama
Barbara F,,Dec 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was very interesting even though it had some clouds in the sky and was full moon. You have seen a lot and the explanations about the stars very professional
Disappointing
Ben P,,Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
2.00Most of the time of the experience is spent waiting around to look through the two telescopes as each person in the group takes their turn. You look at circa 4 stars/clusters in each scope. You have an explanation from the leader and the secondary leader, who translates into English, before looking at the stars. About 15-20 minutes of the activity was spent picking people up from hotels and it was then about a 10-15 minutes ride to the site. It was a similar time for the return journey. The leader spoke Spanish and a secondary leader translated into English. The explanation was good although at times the leader started speaking next to his telescope to people looking through it or explaining things to several people and the secondary leader could not translate as he was busy with people looking through his scope. The stargazing was brief due to the waiting around. I probably had 3-4 minutes in total looking at stars. You do receive a good quality photograph taken at the end of the experience. Food was also provided after we looked at the stars. However we were abruptly told we had to leave after all photographs were taken with no warning. If you want a good quality photo of yourself with the stars then the tour is worth it. For others, you can have a longer and similar output if you set up a phone, with night vision, or a good mirrorless camera on a tripod and use an app to view the constellations via your phone. You could also take good quality photos with some practice . You could rent a car to do this or find a spot just outside San Pedro with little to no light pollution.
The stars were gorgeous...
Hana I,,Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00The stars were gorgeous but we were the only 3 English speakers in the group and didn’t realize we would be in a group with mostly Spanish speakers. The guide was bilingual but spent most of the time speaking Spanish so sometimes we didn’t know what we were looking at when he was pointing at starts with the laser. The English parts felt rushed. How good your experience is will probably depend on what guide you get.
Super recommended!
randallcalvo,,Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent service and super friendly staff! Astrotour Chile's knowledge of astronomy is amazing!! and very importantly, they had a lot of patience with the photos:-)
Astrophotographic tour
mauxireyes,,Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00It was wonderful all the talk and observation with the telescope. Seeing the moon and constellations was magical. To see the stars in your photos more definitely it is necessary to look at the lunar calendar (with a lot of moons are not seen), for those next visitors.
Amazing Astronomical Tour!
diegobR707RL,,Oct 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a real delight to see the stars on this tour and the cherry on the cake is taken by Patricio, our guide, who explained with all patience, passion and detail everything we could see. Such an experience changes radically for the good when you have a guide as prepared as Patrick.
A robbery!
Elizabeth F,,Sep 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00A hole!! Bad organization, old vehicle, driver c incompatible speed, place more like a stable. Tired explanations and obsolete observation devices. Anyway! An absolute waste of time
Astronomical Tour
M9978XHmarianap,,Sep 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An excellent tour, worth a lot, the guide, Patrick, excellent, knows a lot and made the experience much more beautiful. We highly recommend it!
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