PRIVATE CHARTER TOUR

Stargazing from Cowan's Private Observatory nestled away in a purpose-built crater. Enhance your knowledge of our Southern skies and ponder the possibilities during an evening of discovery on this private group tour. Plus receive 20% off at the Dark Sky Diner.

 

Stargaze tour from Cowan's Observatory, nestled away in a purpose-built crater. Enhance your knowledge of our Southern skies in an evening of discovery on this private group tour.

 

This is an exclusive stargazing tour where you'll learn about our Southern skies from one of our expert Astronomy guides, in the privacy of your own group.

 This exclusive experience includes:

  • 75 minutes private guided stargazing tour at Cowan's Observatory (using telescopes up to 14" in diameter)
  • Group photo (sent via email in the week following the experience)

Stargazing is a weather dependent activity. If weather conditions prevent us from taking you outdoors (e.g. cloud cover or inclement weather) you'll be offered alternate options including learning about our Southern skies from our purpose-built technological venue. Please read our terms and conditions for further information.

 

The Cowan's Private Tour is available on demand, with limited capacities. We strongly recommend booking in advance to avoid disappointment. Booking by email or phone only.

 

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Pricing 

From October 2023

Private Group (maximum 5 people)

$899

Extra Adult or Child (on request only)    

$119

 

What to Expect

Location

Cowan's Private Observatory.

Time of day

Evening times, departures on request

Stargazing

Using 14" telescopes.

Length of Tour

2 hours

Minimum age

Children must be 5 years and over.

Tour Itinerary

Check In

At Dark Sky Project base 20 minutes prior to departure.

ECW Jacket

Please layer warm clothing ahead of your tour

Transport

Travel a 5 minute drive to Cowan's Private Observatory

Stargazing

Stargaze using the naked eye guided by lasers, 14" telescopes and through our observatory dome

Transport

Return to Dark Sky Project Base