NIGHT SKY of the ANDES – Stargazing tour 1D

TOURS & EXPEDITIONS

Overview

Guided night-sky experience in selected locations across Jujuy, including Quebrada de Humahuaca and Salinas Grandes (declared Sendero Starlight). Using binoculars and telescopes, observe the Milky Way, Magellanic Clouds, Southern Hemisphere constellations, the Moon, planets and deep-sky objects, subject to astronomical conditions. Led by an astrotourism guide with interpretive insights. Excellent opportunities for night-sky photography under some of Argentina’s clearest skies.

 

Itinerary

 

Highlights

Sky objects: Depending on the time of year and astronomical events, observations may include the Moon, the Milky Way, Jupiter, Saturn, Mars, the Magellanic Clouds, Southern Hemisphere constellations and their brightest stars, deep-sky objects such as open or globular clusters, and occasionally comets or meteor showers. Scenery: Salinas Grandes (Lat. 23° South).

 

Technical info

Interest Stargazing | Landscape | Photography
Duration 4-8 h
Ecoregions Puna
Distance 280 km
Altitude 1,200–4,200 m
Best season May–Nov
Difficulty level Low
Services included
  • Stargazing guide
  • Private transport
Optional
  • Dinner
Group size 2-10
Departure S.S. de Jujuy (or nearby city)

 

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