Star Tour Information:
FAQ
How does a Star Tour work?
We come to your location with a large computerized telescope, operated by an astronomer to guide you on a visual tour of the universe. We point out the constellations and bright stars with a powerful green laser pointer and from the telescope show live, colorful images of the best Planets, Star Clusters, Double Stars, Nebulae and Galaxies on a 4K 50" display. Learn the science, history and mythology for each object being viewed. Participants can enjoy stargazing on the flow or we can provide bench seating for a sit-down stargazing show presented by an astronomer. A sound system is provided for groups of 20+ and you can upgrade to a 75" display for large events.
Where are you located?
We are based in-between Phoenix and Tucson and cover the entire state of Arizona for group events.
How much is a star tour?
Pricing will vary as each star tour is tailored specifically for you, so we’ll be able to provide pricing information once we receive details from you on group size, date, location, etc.
What can we see?
A custom observing list is created for each star tour. We select from our database the best celestial objects in the sky for that night, including Planets, Galaxies, Star Clusters, Double Stars, Nebulae, etc.
Visit our Star Tours page to see images captured through our telescopes, for examples of what you can see.
How far in advance should I book a tour?
Several months in advance is highly recommended to ensure availability, but we can accommodate last minute bookings if available.
Are you familiar with providing stargazing at resorts, hotels, and event properties for corporate and group events?
We are very familiar with all major locations in Arizona and can help to coordinate stargazing for your event. Over the last decade we have entertained 1,500 corporate groups and are regularly requested back by many Fortune 100 & 500 companies as part of their annual events. We accommodate groups of 12 – 750+. Ask your event planner or event property and we are more than likely a preferred vendor with them as well as with every major corporate destination management company and entertainment agency in Arizona.
Is the tour appropriate for all ages?
We welcome stargazers of any age. Typically kids 8 years and older can appreciate and be engaged by the tour.
Do you give tours outside of the Tucson area?
Yes, we cover Phoenix, Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Sedona, etc, and frequent all major resorts and event properties across Arizona for group and corporate events.
What makes Arizona such a great location for viewing the stars?
The desert climate, clear sky, weather, light ordinances, steady atmosphere and mountains make it an ideal haven for stargazing, providing high definition views of the stars throughout the year.
What happens if there are clouds/rain forecasted on the day of a star tour?
We check in a few hours before stargazing is scheduled with a weather update. If weather isn't suitable for stargazing we can reschedule or provide a refund, percentage of refund depends on whether or not we have already traveled to the event location, etc, and is determined on a case by case basis.
Special note: Watching the weather report weeks or days before your stargazing session is not recommended, as the weather changes on a minute to minute basis. We do not want you to be concerned with what the weather may do, so we are extremely flexible with rescheduling and refunding deposits. Tucson averages 320 clear nights per year, and if there’s ever cloud cover during the late afternoon, most nights it clears shortly after sunset.
Do we need to provide access to power outlets to run the computerized telescopes?
All of our equipment is powered via battery packs which allows us to set up anywhere, no power access required.
How does a Star Tour work?
We come to your location with a large computerized telescope, operated by an astronomer to guide you on a visual tour of the universe. We point out the constellations and bright stars with a powerful green laser pointer and from the telescope show live, colorful images of the best Planets, Star Clusters, Double Stars, Nebulae and Galaxies on a 4K 50" display. Learn the science, history and mythology for each object being viewed. Participants can enjoy stargazing on the flow or we can provide bench seating for a sit-down stargazing show presented by an astronomer. A sound system is provided for groups of 20+ and you can upgrade to a 75" display for large events.
Where are you located?
We are based in-between Phoenix and Tucson and cover the entire state of Arizona for group events.
How much is a star tour?
Pricing will vary as each star tour is tailored specifically for you, so we’ll be able to provide pricing information once we receive details from you on group size, date, location, etc.
What can we see?
A custom observing list is created for each star tour. We select from our database the best celestial objects in the sky for that night, including Planets, Galaxies, Star Clusters, Double Stars, Nebulae, etc.
Visit our Star Tours page to see images captured through our telescopes, for examples of what you can see.
How far in advance should I book a tour?
Several months in advance is highly recommended to ensure availability, but we can accommodate last minute bookings if available.
Are you familiar with providing stargazing at resorts, hotels, and event properties for corporate and group events?
We are very familiar with all major locations in Arizona and can help to coordinate stargazing for your event. Over the last decade we have entertained 1,500 corporate groups and are regularly requested back by many Fortune 100 & 500 companies as part of their annual events. We accommodate groups of 12 – 750+. Ask your event planner or event property and we are more than likely a preferred vendor with them as well as with every major corporate destination management company and entertainment agency in Arizona.
Is the tour appropriate for all ages?
We welcome stargazers of any age. Typically kids 8 years and older can appreciate and be engaged by the tour.
Do you give tours outside of the Tucson area?
Yes, we cover Phoenix, Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Sedona, etc, and frequent all major resorts and event properties across Arizona for group and corporate events.
What makes Arizona such a great location for viewing the stars?
The desert climate, clear sky, weather, light ordinances, steady atmosphere and mountains make it an ideal haven for stargazing, providing high definition views of the stars throughout the year.
What happens if there are clouds/rain forecasted on the day of a star tour?
We check in a few hours before stargazing is scheduled with a weather update. If weather isn't suitable for stargazing we can reschedule or provide a refund, percentage of refund depends on whether or not we have already traveled to the event location, etc, and is determined on a case by case basis.
Special note: Watching the weather report weeks or days before your stargazing session is not recommended, as the weather changes on a minute to minute basis. We do not want you to be concerned with what the weather may do, so we are extremely flexible with rescheduling and refunding deposits. Tucson averages 320 clear nights per year, and if there’s ever cloud cover during the late afternoon, most nights it clears shortly after sunset.
Do we need to provide access to power outlets to run the computerized telescopes?
All of our equipment is powered via battery packs which allows us to set up anywhere, no power access required.