About this tour
A two-hour astronomy session atop Teide where professional stargazers walk you through constellations and celestial mechanics using laser pointers and large Dobsonian telescopes. A specialist photographer captures real-time images of deep-sky objects through a robotic scope, and you'll leave with long-exposure prints of what you've observed.
Highlights
- 12-inch Dobsonian telescopes, one per ten observers
- Live laser-guided tour of the night sky
- Robotic telescope imaging of nebulae and galaxies
- Take-home long exposure photographs
- Warm jackets and blankets supplied
What to expect
Arrive at the viewing site and settle in as astronomers orient you to tonight's visible objects using a presentation setup. You'll peer through Dobsonian scopes—straightforward, powerful instruments that reveal craters on the moon, Saturn's rings, and fuzzy patches of distant star clusters. Meanwhile, the astrophotographer's robotic telescope works independently, capturing detailed images projected live on screen. The session runs two hours; dress warmly despite provided outerwear, as mountain altitude brings genuine cold. No special knowledge needed—guides explain what you're looking at as you take turns at the eyepiece.
Good to know
Altitude of 2,000+ metres means thinner air and lower temperatures than lower elevations. Arrange your own transport to the site. Service animals welcome. Those with heart conditions should consult a doctor beforehand.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.