The Santos Tour Down Under is part of the UCI World Tour
Arkaroola is one of the best places in the Southern Hemisphere to gaze at the heavens as the area has very stable air conditions and up to 300 clear nights per year. Arkaroola Astronomical Observatory provides you with a rare opportunity to explore the cosmos in either one of two eye-to-telescope astronomical observatories and our .
Under the expert tuition of Arkaroola's guides, this tour makes for the type of intergalactic experience that is not normally available to anyone but astronomers and scientists. You'll find some of the best astronomical viewing conditions in the southern hemisphere - our night skies are free of atmospheric and light pollution to provide you with a truly unforgettable experience.
Four professionally equipped observatories are available for tours and you're encouraged to bring your own equipment.
Bookings tentatively every night throughout the year, subject to suitable viewing/weather conditions. There are various time limitations on tours due to the weather.
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Barbeque
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Caravan / Camper Trailer / Campervan Sites / Campsites
Carpark
Coach Parking
Conference/Convention Facilities
Enquiry Desk
Family Friendly
Food and Refreshments
Interpretive Centre
Non Smoking
Pet Friendly - Enquire
Picnic Area
Public Telephone
Public Toilet
Restaurant
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Showers
Free Wifi
Paid Wifi
International
Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
From $
60.00 to $
300.00
Ningana Imaging Observatory: Adults $60 each, min 2
Private Observatory Tour $300 for up to 4 people, $70 per person 5pax to max 15pax
The Santos Tour Down Under is part of the UCI World Tour