Desert stargazing with a telescope
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A clear sky far from the city lights, an astronomy guide with a telescope and warm Bedouin tea around the fire.
About this trip
We drive about 40 minutes out of Hurghada to a spot that is completely dark. The guide shows you the Milky Way, planets and constellations with the naked eye and through the telescope, while you sit on rugs and sip Bedouin tea.
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Astronomy guide and telescope
- Bedouin tea, heaters and blankets
Not included
- Dinner (a dinner box can be added)
- Tips
What to bring
- Warm clothes, the desert gets cold at night
- A camera for the stars if you have one
Itinerary
- +0:00 after the start Arrive at the site and settle on the rugs with tea
- +0:30 after the start Constellation tour with the naked eye
- +1:15 after the start Telescope: planets and the Moon
- +2:30 after the start Return to the hotels
Meeting point & pickup
Pickup from your hotel lobby. It is a 40-minute drive to the site, and we are back before midnight.
Opens OpenStreetMap or your phone’s map app.
Ages
Children: 4–12 years. Infants: 0–3 years.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure. If a sandstorm closes the desert we move your trip or refund you. (demo policy)
Reviews
★★★★★
سارة (تجريبي) · Egypt
أحلى سهرة، شفنا النجوم والكواكب في التليسكوب والشاي البدوي كان دافي.
★★★★★
Tom (demo) · United Kingdom
Clear skies and a brilliant guide with a telescope. Wrap up warm, it gets properly cold!
★★★★★
Nina (demo) · Russia
Млечный Путь над пустыней — потрясающе! Гид показал созвездия и планеты в телескоп.