The Roofless Experience - San Pedro de Atacama Astronomical Tour
Come enjoy an unforgettable night under the spectacular desert sky in San Pedro de Atacama, where you can discover the wonders of the universe with our powerful 14-inch Skyquest telescopes.
Our guide, apart from a great passion for astronomy, has an extensive academic background and has more than 6 years of experience in astrotourism, all this to give you a night full of science and fun.
During the experience, you will enjoy:
- Explanations on astronomy
- One professional photograph per person
- An exquisite appetizer with red wine, real hot chocolate or tea of flavors and snacks.
- Thermal blankets to keep you comfortable even on colder nights.
- Roundtrip transfer from your accommodation in San Pedro de Atacama.
Looking for something even more special? See for The Roofless: Private Universe, ideal private tour for couples, families or small groups who want a highly personalized experience.
Options
English Group
Pickup included
What's included in The Roofless Experience - San Pedro de Atacama Astronomical Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
San Pedro de Atacama
The tour begins with the pick-up of passengers at the accommodation, this usually takes approximately 30 minutes, then we will move to our facilities about 7km outside of San Pedro where our guide will wait for them.
We will give you a brief welcome talk and take souvenir photographs. It is very important to come with warm, light-colored clothing. Afterwards we will have a short talk about astronomy related to star formation and the use of telescopes. Finally, we will use the 14-inch telescopes to discover the universe, where you can enjoy, depending on the date of your trip, different types of stars, nebulae, planets and other objects that will leave you speechless.
San Pedro de AtacamaPass-by Only
Once the experience is over, we begin the return to San Pedro, leaving all passengers in their respective lodgings.
Inclusions
- Snack board with wine, hot chocolate or tea
- 1 professional photography per person
- astronomy talk
- Observation with 2 14-inch telescopes
- Transportation to and from the lodge
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Travelers should dress warmly due to low temperatures, especially legs and feet
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
The tour begins with the pick-up of passengers at the lodging, this usually takes approximately 30 minutes, then we will travel to our facilities about 7km outside of San Pedro where our guide will be waiting for them. - We do not offer pick-up at lodgings that are more than 3km from the center of San Pedro, this is for example the Ayllus such as Coyo, Beter, Sequitor, Quitor, Solor or Tulor. Pick up times per month: JANUARY 21:30-22:00 FEBRUARY 21:30-22:00 MARCH 21:00-21:30 APRIL 19:30-20:00 MAY 19:30-20:00 JUNE 19:30-20:00 JULY 19:30-20:00 AUGUST 19:30-20:00 SEPTEMBER 20:30-21:00 OCTOBER 21:00-21:30 NOVEMBER 21:00-21:30 DECEMBER 21:30-22:00