• Tucson: Kitt Peak Magnificent Moon (MM) Program
  • Tucson: Kitt Peak Magnificent Moon (MM) Program
  • Tucson: Kitt Peak Magnificent Moon (MM) Program
  • Tucson: Kitt Peak Magnificent Moon (MM) Program
  • Tucson: Kitt Peak Magnificent Moon (MM) Program

Tucson: Kitt Peak Magnificent Moon (MM) Program

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ID: GYG1333392-2101131
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Country: Bangladesh

Duration: 04:30 hours


Description

Explore the night sky at Kitt Peak National Observatory. Enjoy a light meal, learn about astronomy, and gaze at the moon and stars through telescopes.
Begin your tour with a stop at the Visitor Center, where you'll examine the exhibits that describe this national observatory and other interesting topics. Enjoy a light meal and then have a guide-led introduction to astronomy and the night sky.

Learn how to identify stars and the constellations. Once you are outdoors, explore the night skies and view them with a variety of telescopes. Then enter one of the domes to view the Moon, planets (if visible), and maybe even a bright deep space object or two.

Observe the night sky in all its grandeur. This program includes a smaller guest-to-staff ratio (typically no more than 12:1) and allows for more time looking through telescopes and binoculars at the Moon. To ensure excellent lunar vistas, this program typically runs on nights that are close to the full Moon.

Highlights

  • Gaze at the moon and stars through telescopes at Kitt Peak National Observatory
  • Enjoy a light meal and learn about astronomy and the night sky from your guide
  • Discover the constellations and stars with the help of your expert guide
  • Explore the night sky with a variety of telescopes and binoculars
  • Visit the Visitor Center and learn about the observatory and its history

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Program not accessible for those with accessibility needs
Reservations made after 1:30 pm on the day of the program will not receive a meal
Arizona State Route 86 has a U.S. Border Patrol checkpoint
Cold temperatures expected, dress warmly
The meeting point is at Mile 12, at the end of Arizona State Road 386 (Kitt Peak Road). This is the entrance to Kitt Peak National Observatory. Please use a reliable GPS or map, as signage is limited and mobile signal may be weak in the area. Guests must arrive and depart in their own vehicle or as part of a pre-arranged group. Due to observatory regulations, drop-off by taxi or rideshare is not permitted unless the driver remains on-site for the entire duration of your visit and has a paid ticket. All vehicles must depart together in a convoy at the end of the evening program to protect ongoing scientific research. If you arrive by rideshare, the driver must purchase a ticket and stay with you for the full duration of the activity. Plan your transport in advance, as there is no public transport or taxi service available at the observatory.
INCLUDED
  • Guided tour of the Moon's surface
  • Access to Kitt Peak National Observatory
  • Light meal (turkey, vegetarian, or gluten-free sandwich)
  • Use of telescopes and binoculars
  • Guide-led introduction to astronomy and the night sky
NOT INCLUDED
  • Transportation to Kitt Peak
  • Specially prepared allergen-free meals

When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.