Moab Stargazing Tours

About This Adventure

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO SEE STARGAZING Stargazing Moab is pleased to host you, family, and friends for an entertaining evening of stargazing and astronomy within the beautiful Colorado Plateau. The estimated sky quality (SQM) of this location is 21.16. If you're looking to escape the heat of the day, our stargazing experiences are the perfect evening activity.

Starting with a short walk through a scale model of our solar system, you will be familiarized with our neighboring planets as astronomical twilight begins to set. Upon arrival at the site, our experienced and knowledgeable astronomers and will take you on a journey through the night sky. Learn to find north and the location of our seasonal triangles, constellations and planets. Using high-powered laser pointers, we will provide you an entertaining and scholastic experience, with stories about ancient civilizations, Greek mythology, and the evolution of the Cosmos.

Using multiple state-of-the-art telescopes (Celestron and Unistellar), see in detail the spiral arms of galaxies and bright colors in nebulae. View the rings of Saturn or the moons of Jupiter. Find beauty in the craters and faces of the moon. Telescopes are slewed throughout the evening to provide an extensive array of observational objects.

We regularly view the following types and classes of objects: Galaxies, Nebulae, Star Clusters, Double and Binary Stars, Planets, Earth’s Moon, Globular Clusters, Comets, and more. Depending on timing, the International Space Station (ISS) and Starlink trains can be seen passing overhead.

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Discover the magic of the night sky in Moab —book your unforgettable stargazing experience with us today.

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* Note: Not all objects are visible every night.

Highlights

Before You Go

What's Included

• State-of-the-art telescopes
• Guided Instruction
• Hot and Cold Beverages

What to Bring

• Comfortable Clothing
• Personal Water Bottle
• Sturdy Footwear

Meeting Point

Cancellation Policy

Your booking is 100% refundable up to 48 hours in advance. We do not provide refunds for cancellations less than 48 hours in advance of your scheduled tour. We provide 100% refund if we cannot complete the tour due to weather or any other reason. Cancellation and refunds must be requested by email.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is your cancellation policy?+

  Your booking is 100% refundable up to 48 hours in advance. We do not provide refunds for cancellations less than 48 hours in advance of your scheduled tour. We provide 100% refund if we cannot complete the tour due to weather or any other reason. Cancellation and refunds must be requested by email.

• What time does the tour begin?+

  Tour start times begin about 45 minutes after sunset, unless notified otherwise. Times are listed under the bookings under our Book Now tab. You will receive an email confirmation with the tour start time, and then a follow-up email and text from Stargazing Moab staff about final reminders and logistics prior to your trip. Please note that tour times can change on the day of the tour due to weather, special night sky events, and times for astronomical twilight and darkness. Our tour duration is approximately 2 hours.

• What happens if it is cloudy on our scheduled night?+

  If the weather does not cooperate on your scheduled night we will attempt to reschedule your experience. Back up dates are on a space available basis. We do not guarantee back up dates. If we cannot get you rescheduled we will provide a 100 percent refund.

• Do you operate with a full moon?+

  Yes! On evenings with the full moon, we are still able to view planets, stars, and deep space objects with our telescopes. The moon's brightness does impact the amount of stars we see compared to a completely dark night, but often times it is still more stars than what most people are able to view at home in a city. When it is a full moon, we also spend some time looking at the moon up-close with our telescopes.

• How do I get there? Do you provide transportation?+

  We are located in a remote, dark desert area approximately 25 minutes south of Moab. Directions are included in your booking confirmation email, and again in your booking reminder email. There is no service at our site, please have directions downloaded and ready. We do not provide transportation to or from our observation site.

• How far is the walk?+

  Out tours start with a brief walk through a scale model of the solar system. Although the path is less than 1/4 mile, we spend time learning about each planet and you should be able to stand for up to 30 minutes.

• Do you have restrooms?+

  There are no bathroom facilities on site. Please plan accordingly.

• What do I wear?+

  We always recommend closed-toed shoes! Even though the walking is minimal during our experience, we are out in the desert landscape. Uneven surfaces, as well as desert flora and fauna are best navigated with an enclosed shoe. As for your layers, read below for what to wear during which season. June-September: Warm Months Nightly temperatures can range from the low 70s to the high 90s. Comfortable clothing and closed-toed shoes will make for an enjoyable evening. October-May: Cool Months Nightly temperatures can range from high 30s to the high 50s. Warm clothing is key for a positive stargazing experience during cooler months. With tours being in the evening, we recommend long pants, jackets and sometimes even hats and gloves. Always be prepared for chilly weather. Despite being in the desert, the nights can be cold during the winter, sometimes in the low 30s during the middle of winter. It is always better to de-layer than wish you came with more. Hand warmers will be available at our observation site, but we highly recommend coming prepared.

• Can I bring my own food and drink? Can I smoke at your site?+

  You may bring your own beverages and food. We do provide hot chocolate, coffee and tea. Smoking is prohibited at our location. We ask that you be a good steward of our environment and keep respect for our fellow guests. Please leave no trace.

• Do you serve drinks?+

  We provide hot water for hot chocolate, coffee and teas as well as cold water to fill personal bottles. You are also welcome to bring your own beverages.

• Are you handicapped accessible?+

  Our experience requires walking through uneven desert surfaces in a remote landscape, as well as standing to look through the eyepiece of the telescope. We are not considered handicap accessible due to the nature of our experience.

• Can we bring our dog or pet?+

  We love pets but out of respect for our guests who might not like pets we do not allow pets on our tour.

• Will I have cell service?+

  We are located in a remote location with no cell service starting approximately 10 minutes from our site. It is of extreme importance to have detailed directions downloaded and ready before setting out.

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