The most exclusive private astronomy experience in La Palma (photo)

For truly special occasions, with maximum comfort. Transport included

•  Includes stargazing interpretation and telescope observation
• Pick-up at your accommodation and transfer before sunset 
• Roque de Los Muchachos area
• Starlight Guide
• It nncludes interpretation of the sky and observation with telescope.
• Personalized service
• Hot drink and gourmet treat
• Photo session with stars. We will give you several .jpg format ready to print.
• Supplement applies for accommodation in remote areas
• Nivel: beginner
• Price: 390 € (for 2 people) or 440 € (for 4 people)

TOUR VIP

This is the most demanded private tour (foto)

Combo of stargazing+telescopes+Photo session 

For memorable occasions.

• It includes interpretation of the sky and observation with telescope.
• Starlight Guide
• at astronomy viewpoints
• Personalized service
• Photo session with stars. We will give you several .jpg format ready to print.
• Duration: 2,5 h
• Nivel: beginner
• Price: 275 €  (for 2 people) or 315 € (for 4 people

at astronomy view point (foto).

To stargaze and enjoy the sky with privacy

• It includes interpretation of the sky and observation with telescope.
• Guía Starlight Guide
• Incluye interpretación de estrellas y observación con telescopios
• Privacy
• A souvenier photo
• Duration: 2,5 h
• Nivel: beginner
• Price: 185 €  (for 2 people) or 240 € (for 4 people

Learning nightscape photography (foto)

To take your own Milky Way picture

• For 1-2 pers.
• Starlight Guide
• Use of binoculars
• Client must bring own camera and tripod.
• A Souvenir photo
• Duration: 2h
• Level: medium
• Price: 185 €

MOUNT TELESCOPES

Learning to mount and work telescopes

• Se recomiendan 2 sesiones: una para montaje y otra para astronomía
• Puede ser equipos propios o telescopio de la empresa
• Duration: 2h
• Preces:  1st sesión: 150€,  addicional sessions 90€
• Level: medium

(foto)

• We offer an itinerary of locations and their particularities, especially in terms of weather.
• Equipment is not included.
• from 120 € 

PLACE, TIME or TRANSPORT

• Meeting point for all: Our office in Travesía de los Cancajos, 2, 38711, Los Cancajos (Hotel Las Olas building; not at reception, please follow the link on your tickets). Breña Baja. We meet here to provide easy access. At viewpoints at high altitude there is poor mobile signal and no electricity.
  
• Meeting time: as it reads on your ticket (it changes according to sunset time). Please be on time.
• Site for the activity: it varies, it depends on weather conditions and altitude of clouds. We will chose the viewsite according to the best weather conditions on the day.
  
• All Tickets are self-drive only. Transport Not Included. Tickets do not include transportation by default. Participants must travel from their accommodation to the meeting point and then to the viewpoint using their own vehicle, a rental car, or a taxi. A 4×4 vehicle is not required. From the meeting point, participants must follow the guide vehicle to the viewpoint. Each participant is responsible for having a vehicle in good working condition and with valid documentation, having appropriate insurance during the journey, and following staff instructions at all times. The organization is not responsible for any incidents resulting from breakdowns, insufficient fuel, delays, getting separated from the group, or failure to follow instructions during the journey.
• Groups only: We could organise transport  for groups upon request. Minimum number apply.

• Spanish/ English

DURATION

• The duration of the tour 2 h.
• Approx total duration of the tour taking into account activity+ driving time to the location for the activity: 3.5-4h

• Adults (+12 years old): 35 €.
• Children (3-11 years old): 25 €

• We strongly advise customers to wear winter clothes & shoes even in summer and even if at sea level is hot.
• Activity subject to weather conditions. Please see below.
• On dates close to full moon, the moon will be visible. It won´t be a dark night.  Please check the Phase of the moon before booking.

INCLUDES

• Use of amateur telescopes to share. Not individual telescopes.
• Qualified guides
• It includes a free photo gift (.jpg) that will be sent via email a couple of days after the tour after digital processing. The type of picture depends on season, phase of moon and sky conditions. It is never the same.  If, on the other hand, you would like a professional photo, please contact us for pricing.

• Ticket only valid for the date and name that appears on it.
• Transport not included.
  

• Please be at the meeting point at least 10 mins before. Late arrivals may miss the activity (with no refund). Unless an incidence we will leave on time from meeting point.

• Access to viewpoint. All customers will leave from the same meeting point in a convoy.

• This activity is subject to weather conditions. In case of cancellations, we will communicate with you via mobile phone as soon as possible (whatsapp message sent to the number you have provided us with). Occasionally, this can happen last minute. See cancellation policy below.

• Cancellations: tours may be cancelled unexpectedly due to weather conditions: clouds, wind, high humidity. In the event of a cancellation, we first reschedule your tour date and if not possible we reimburse your tickets. We will not held responsible if you have your mobile phone off, if you have no signal or if your provider does not give you a good service in Spain.
• Please notice that our office is close at the time of the tour. Also, you may cancel up 24hrs prior to the tour, with a issuance cost of 20%. If you wish to cancel please email us at info@lapalmastars.com (we only accept cancellations via email). Later cancellation by customer/groups are non-refundable.

• In case of changes due to weather we will communicate with you via phone (whatsapp message).

• We strongly advise customers to wear winter clothes & shoes even in summer and even if at sea level is hot.

• Tours will take places preferably at viewpoints. However, at times, this is not possible for which we will find an alternative dark & safe site.

• Our astronomy (night) activities do NOT take place at the Observatory at any time as it is close to the public at night. However, the Observatory in El Roque de Los Muchachos is open for visits during the day (Visits to Observatory link).

• Outside office hours and for emergencies please contact 0034622805618. Please leave a whatsapp message and we will reply as soon as possible.
• Before formalizing your reservation, please read carefully the basic information about data protection, the general conditions of the service as well as the privacy policy and our legal notice.

• Meeting point: Our office at Travesía de los Cancajos, 2, 38711 Breña Baja (Hotel Las Olas Building, not at reception)
  
• Meeting time: It changes according to sunset time. The departure time will be printed on the ticket. Please check carefully. The tour will depart on time.

• A tour guide to night photography and locations, basics of AstroPhotography of landscapes (learning how and what to photograph).

• Camera or accessories.
• Tripod (please check with us if you wish to rent one)
• Light source (Red light)
• Transport

• You need a basic knowledge of photography and knowledge of the basic functions of your camera.  Knowledge of astronomy is not required.
• Please bring winter clothes and sturdy shoes because at high altitudes temperatures can be cold even in summer.

• DSLR camera with manual settings (ISO from 3200, exposure up to 30s)
• Lenses: preferably wide-angle  with focal length 14-24mm,or 24mm, or 35mm to 50mm and aperture f/2.8 or f/1.4

• Minimum number of participants: 6
• The ticket is only valid for the day booked and the person whose name is printed on the ticket. Tickets are not transferable.
• Please be at the meeting point at least 10 mins before, the tour will leave on time. Late arrivals may miss the tour, there will be no refund.
• The tour includes a guide to night photography and locations, basics of AstroPhotography (learning what and how to photograph the sky).
• The tour does not includes transport.
• This activity is subject to weather conditions in case of weather warnings. We will not cancel if the sky is partially cloudy. In case of cancellations, we will communicate with you via mobile phone as soon as possible (sms message sent to the number you have provided us with). We will not be held responsible:

1. if you have your mobile phone switched off
2. if you have no signal
3. if your provider does not give you a good service in Spain.

Please note:
Our office is closed at the time of the tour. Occasionally, a tour needs to be cancelled last minute. Please check your mobile in time. See cancellation policy below

• Cancellations

1. In the event of a cancellation, we first reschedule your tour date. If it is not possible to reschedule, we reimburse your tickets.
2. You may cancel up to 24hrs prior to the tour, with an administration fee cost of 20%. If you wish to cancel, please email us: info@lapalmastars.com

We only accept cancellations via email. Later cancellations by customers/groups are non-refundable.

• In case of changes to the photo tour we will communicate with you via mobile phone (sms message).
• We strongly advise customers to wear winter clothes & shoes – even in Summer and even if there are high temperatures at sea level.
• The activity does NOT take place at the Observatory at any time as it is closed to the public at night. However, the Observatory in El Roque de Los Muchachos is open for visits during the day (Reservations).
• Outside office hours and for emergencies please contact 0034622805618. Please leave a sms message.
• Before formalizing your reservation, please read carefully the basic information about data protection (https://lapalmastars.com/info-basica-proteccion-datos/), the general conditions of the service (https://lapalmastars.com/condiciones -de-reserva /) as well as the privacy policy (https://lapalmastars.com/politica-de-privacidad/) and our legal notice (https://lapalmastars.com/aviso-legal/)