Astronomy and stargazing tours near Cairns with Night Sky Secrets Mereeba

Discover hidden nebula, galaxies, star clusters and planets with big aperture telescopes. Night Sky Secret’s astronomy tours will take you 1 hour from Cairns to the perfect spot for clear night skies. Learn Aboriginal astronomy stories and lore from experienced guides.

Astronomy tours are timed to coincide with a moonless or near moonless sky. View the constellations and events through large Aperture Telescopes. These astronomy tours are perfect for those who have never seen the clear night sky to experienced professional astronomers.

2021 tour season

The astronomy tours are run from April until November each year. 

All astronomy tours include:

• Viewings from the 5,000-acre property “Kanjini”, 1 hr from Cairns CBD.
• A meal shared at sunset, over astronomical discussion
• Share Aboriginal astronomy stories and lore along with astronomy tales from the ancient world at large
• Discovery of hidden nebula, galaxies, star clusters and planets with large aperture telescopes
• A small group experience limited to 12 guests
• Staff to give a  personalised and in-depth exploration of the secrets of the night sky.

Available tour dates are selected from three days after the full moon to three days after the new moon to give an essentially moonless sky. Tours are typically on Monday, Wednesday & Friday nights. However private tours can be arranged outside of these times under a moonlit sky, where the focus will be on the moon, constellations, planets, star clusters & stars. Such as are visible under a moonlit sky.

Pricing

Adults: $140
Children: $80 (6-15 years)
Family astronomy tour: $380 (2 adults and 2 children)

* All tours are weather dependant. Children must be 6 years and over to attend.

Kids will absolutely love learning about the universe and how to identify constellations and galaxies in our night sky. Night Sky Secrets offers a great educational experience for the whole family.

This article was produced with content supplied by Night Sky Secrets and is a Holidays with Kids digital exclusive.

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