2-Day Stargazing Expedition
2-Day Stargazing Expedition
Day 1: Ovalle - Quebrada Amarilla
We'll pick you up at 8 am at your hotel in Ovalle, and hit the road toward Quebrada Amarilla, a beautiful natural enclave nestled in the Chilean Andes. Once we arrive, we'll set up our mountain camp.
When everything's ready, we'll have lunch and then set off on an exciting hike through the Quebrada Amarilla. On this hike, we'll cover between 3 and 4 kilometers (1.9 - 2.5 miles), traversing a breathtaking area with amazing views of pristine valleys and the majestic Andean peaks.
In the late afternoon, we'll return to base camp for dinner and an unforgettable stargazing experience. Did you know that Chile has some of the clearest skies in the world with the best visibility to see stars and planets? We'll use a telescope to help us get a better look at some of the sights in the night sky.
We'll also do an astrophotography workshop so you can learn how to capture the best images of the stars on camera. After this activity, we'll head to sleep at the camp until the next day.
Day 2: Quebrada Amarilla - Ovalle
We'll have breakfast at 8:30 am at the camp and then set off on another trekking route. In this case, we'll hike along the Quebrada Amarilla stream. After walking 1.5 kilometers (1 mile), we'll reach a maximum altitude of 3000 meters (9859 feet) to get breathtaking views of the surroundings.
During the hike, we'll have some snacks before heading back down to the stream for lunch. Finally, we'll head back to the vehicle which will be waiting for us to take us back to your hotel in Ovalle, where we'll arrive at 6 pm.
Accommodation & Food
The tour includes one night's accommodation in a mountain camp in Quebrada Amarilla, where we'll spend the night in camping tents.
Please note that food is not included in the price of this activity, so we recommend that you bring some for the trips.
Hotel Pickup
This activity includes pickup from hotels in downtown Ovalle. If you're staying in other more remote areas, we'll pick you up at the indicated time at the Plaza de Armas in the city center.
More Information
Duration
2 days.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in Spanish.
Included
Hotel pickup and drop off
Bus or minibus transport
Spanish–speaking guide
Accommodation in a camping tent
Use of binoculars and telescope
Not included
Food and drinks
When to book?
You can book up until 7 days before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Provider
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Limarí Experience
Corporate name: Turismo y Eventos Limarí SPA
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
