Astro La Palma
Astro La Palma
4.5
9:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Monday
9:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Tuesday
9:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Wednesday
9:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Thursday
9:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Friday
9:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Enjoy the stars as you've never seen them before! In La Palma you'll find our astronomy tours for stargazing, workshops for beginners and Starparties for amateur astronomers. Look up and discover the best quality sky in the world with us! Business dedicated to Astronomy tours for general public and the International Workshop of landscape astrophotography run annually, AstroMaster La Palma. Soon new activities!
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Raquel I
Spain5 contributions
Nov 2022 • Solo
Me ha encantado la experiencia. Candy transmite sus conocimientos para que todo el mundo lo entienda, cubre todos los principles aspectos: estrella polar, la Luna, constelaciones, estrellas y planetas. Una pasada! Encima al final te hace una foto de recuerdo. Muy top!
I loved this experience. Candy conveys her knowledge in a way that suits everyone. She goes through all the main subjects: the polar star, the moon, constellations, other stars and planets. Amazing! Besides this, she takes a picture of you with the sky at the background so you can keep a nice memory as well. Top 🔝
I loved this experience. Candy conveys her knowledge in a way that suits everyone. She goes through all the main subjects: the polar star, the moon, constellations, other stars and planets. Amazing! Besides this, she takes a picture of you with the sky at the background so you can keep a nice memory as well. Top 🔝
Written 29 November 2022
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sburgues
Lleida, Spain5 contributions
Dec 2021 • Couples
It was an amazing experience!! Love it! We learnt about the stars and some curiosities that we didn't know before and now we can apply every time we look the night sky! I recommend this activity and Ana is a really good instructor!
Written 7 December 2021
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Usama V
Leicester, UK2 contributions
Jul 2021 • Friends
Of all the things I did in La Palma this was by far the best. The star gazing tour was nothing short of breathtaking.
The guide explained the constellations very clearly and even as a complete novice I picked up on so much. Observing the stars through the telescopes only added to the experience. LaPalmaStars also took a brilliant photo of us so this tour will be etched in our memories forever.
The night sky was something to behold. Above the clouds you feel like you're standing at the edge of the universe and an almost overwhelming feeling of awe overtook me as I gazed at the stars above.
Well worth every penny, do not miss.
The guide explained the constellations very clearly and even as a complete novice I picked up on so much. Observing the stars through the telescopes only added to the experience. LaPalmaStars also took a brilliant photo of us so this tour will be etched in our memories forever.
The night sky was something to behold. Above the clouds you feel like you're standing at the edge of the universe and an almost overwhelming feeling of awe overtook me as I gazed at the stars above.
Well worth every penny, do not miss.
Written 8 July 2021
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Alessandro
3 contributions
May 2021 • Couples
Absolutely amazing experience. We did this tour in our trip to la Palma. We were a bit unlucky as the day of the tour the sky was cloudy, but Ana gave us the option to change it to next day.
We learned a lot of things about stars, constellations and how to point/find them out. At the end Ana took also an amazing pic of us just below the beautiful milky way.
Ps) it was also nice that for people who don’t understand spanish very well, to have the explanation in english.
We learned a lot of things about stars, constellations and how to point/find them out. At the end Ana took also an amazing pic of us just below the beautiful milky way.
Ps) it was also nice that for people who don’t understand spanish very well, to have the explanation in english.
Written 17 June 2021
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TimL
10 contributions
Mar 2021
It was just really amazing. Our guide explained so much about all of this and has been showing us all the different types in the universe. So super cool!
Written 12 March 2021
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JABDover
Dover, UK63 contributions
Jan 2020
A fabulous evening spent with Ana & her colleague studying the stars. The tour was extremely well organised, and we were fortunate to be in a small group of eleven English speakers, while the Spanish speakers were in a separate group. So we got lots of attention. Ana is a very good teacher with excellent English, and has the ability to make the evening entertaining as well as educational. It is true that the lesson is aimed at beginners and you could find it all out online, but that does not take into account the whole experience which is wonderful. They email you a photo of your group afterwards. Should you not receive it, you only have to remind them; the company is very efficient. We chose to pay for their transport which was very comfortable and well worthwhile.
This is the third time I have done this tour, and I would like to point out that the company Astro La Palma has now been renamed La Palma Astronomy Tours, also going under the name of La PalmaStars. They are still based in Los Cancajos.
This is the third time I have done this tour, and I would like to point out that the company Astro La Palma has now been renamed La Palma Astronomy Tours, also going under the name of La PalmaStars. They are still based in Los Cancajos.
Written 28 February 2020
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Debra D
Hednesford, UK13 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
A wonderful experience with the Astro La Palma team last night. We chose the 'with transport' option but you can join a convoy if you want to use your own transport. On arrival at the designated place after around an hours drive we were amazed by the dark sky filled with the brightest stars. Even the Milky Way was was clearly visible with the naked eye. Ana made the evening really interesting for all levels of knowledge. As previous reviews have stated, wrap up warm, it's very cold. An experience I'll never forget. Thank you Ana.
Written 28 January 2020
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springs63
London153 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
We were a it worried at first as, due to some cloud, we were going to drive about a hour up to 2000m near Roque de los Muchachos. But no problems, driving in convoy was fine. It was very cold up there but our guide was excellent, lots of really interesting info aimed at novices like ourselves with even more info for more experienced amateurs with questions. Cant recommend it any more highly, well worth the drive and the cold night!
Written 28 January 2020
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Raymond T
London, UK13 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
Do not underestimate the comments about bringing winter clothes! Transfer option is recommended.
Why at least 4/5:
- The tour is very entertaining, with the guides being friendly, quite funny and captivating
- It's a very different experience from the other things you can do in the Canaries
- We took the option with transport, which I would strongly recommend as driving La Palma's narrow mountain roads at midnight is a near Kafkaesque nightmare for the less experinced driver. The mini-bus was very comfortable.
- We were there in a bright night with 3/4 of a moon. You see less stars but it gives a good atmosphere to the evening (and we also got to take the picture attached)
Why not 5/5:
- You won't learn a lot more than what you can learn online with an equivalent amount of time
- The group was a bit big - I counted 18 on the English speaking side (there's however a much smaller Spanish group)
- There's no queueing system for looking into the telescope, and as it needs to be adjusted regularly the evening turned into a tactics game aiming at snooping-in right after the adjustment (which didn't come often enough)
Why at least 4/5:
- The tour is very entertaining, with the guides being friendly, quite funny and captivating
- It's a very different experience from the other things you can do in the Canaries
- We took the option with transport, which I would strongly recommend as driving La Palma's narrow mountain roads at midnight is a near Kafkaesque nightmare for the less experinced driver. The mini-bus was very comfortable.
- We were there in a bright night with 3/4 of a moon. You see less stars but it gives a good atmosphere to the evening (and we also got to take the picture attached)
Why not 5/5:
- You won't learn a lot more than what you can learn online with an equivalent amount of time
- The group was a bit big - I counted 18 on the English speaking side (there's however a much smaller Spanish group)
- There's no queueing system for looking into the telescope, and as it needs to be adjusted regularly the evening turned into a tactics game aiming at snooping-in right after the adjustment (which didn't come often enough)
Written 6 January 2020
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Cezary
1 contribution
Dec 2019
I was always tempted to do ‘Star gazing / Astronomy tour’ in Tenerife, but I fail to accomplish it. I am very glad I did it in la Palma. We were above clouds level so the sky was clear and without lights pollutions. Ana our astronomy tour guide was passionate and knowledgeable about stars and constellations. I had excellent experience and I do recommend to everyone. Don't forget warm clothes, especially in winter.
Written 16 December 2019
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Kristen
69 contributions
Hello, I will be visiting La Palma March 14-15 2020. Will the milky way be visible at thsi time? Thanks
Debra D
Hednesford, UK13 contributions
Hi Kristen, I'm sorry I'm not an expert but I'm sure if you email the lovely people at Astro La Palma they will be able to help. Enjoy La Palma, we loved it there and can't wait to go back.
Bruce
Dublin, Ireland10 contributions
Hi. I'm wondering 2 things: is the cost for a couple €180? Also, where does the tour depart frim.? Thanks .
Ana G
La Palma, Spain17 contributions
Hi. Yes, the cost for a private stargazing experience is 180EUR. This would be only for a couple. Departure will be arranged between the guide and couple (usually hotel as this is a private activity). However, if you prefer a group activity, cost of tickets are 27 EUR and meeting point is in our office in Los Cancajos (Breña Baja). Detailed info activites is on our website.
MK63_Reise_Spass
Karlsruhe, Germany4 contributions
Hallo Urlauber, kann mir einer sagen wo ich eine Astro Tour auf Deutsch buchen kann?
Mein Englisch reicht leider nicht aus.
Gruß Maik
Ana G
La Palma, Spain17 contributions
Hi, I´m afraid german tours are for groups right now. I am so sorry!
Touristin
1 contribution
Ich möchte gerne zur Sternenbeobachtung im November; ich wohne in los Cancajos , aber spreche wenig englisch; gibt es auch eine Möglichkeit eine Tour mit deutscher Sprache zu buchen?
Ana G
La Palma, Spain17 contributions
Hallo Ines,
This autumn winter we will have a tour in German. We are preparing it. Right now only English/Spanish I´m afraid. Please contact us later this autum.
Jonesy2012_13
Chester, UK8 contributions
Hi, I would like to book this tour as a SURPRISE for myself and my partner for next month. Does the cost include transportation from the hotel (We are staying in the Hacienda San Jorge). Can I book online, and pay with card, or pay upon arrival? Can you give me details please so I can book?
Thank you so much,
Karen Jones
Ana G
La Palma, Spain17 contributions
Hi, transport is optional and can be booked online. It leaves from our meeting point (map on our web and tickets) which is barely 5 mins walk from your hotel. You can pay online via paypal also with credit card. All the conditions are on our website on the Tours section. Safe journey to La Palma!
SarahZelma
Hurdal Municipality, Norway126 contributions
Me and 2kids 6,9y-o are going to LP next week. On their website it looks like they don't admit kids but when I read these comments they say 'great experience for kids'.
Q; is this event for kids also? :)
SarahZelma
Hurdal Municipality, Norway126 contributions
Me and 2kids 6,9y-o are going to LP next week. On their website it looks like they don't admit kids but when I read these comments they say 'great experience for kids'.
Q; is this event for kids also? :)
Ana G
La Palma, Spain17 contributions
Hi, our astronomy tours are for kids and adults. They do not take place at the professional Observatory but at astronomy viewpoints. For visits to the Observatory please book directly with them and their tripadvisor is "Observatorium Roque de Los Muchachos" (kids under 12 years old are not allowed on visits I´m afraid). Regards
DAP39
Manchester, UK87 contributions
We are visiting La Palma in early January. How do you book these tours?
14Gemini
Zwijndrecht, Belgium8 contributions
On their site, you can pay with a credit card. Book early because sometimes you Will be put on á waiting list. When the weather should be bad you can go on another day or you can have your money back.
AnnaMT
Sunbury, UK160 contributions
We are staying in Fuencaliente on the west side of the island. Do you know if there is any way of being picked up from there to go on this excursion?
14Gemini
Zwijndrecht, Belgium8 contributions
I don't think so. Once you are at there office/meeting point they offer to drive you to the points where the stargazing takes place. But you van call them. The phone number and office hours are on their website
ANDE2009
Bilbao, Spain39 contributions
Buenas noches,
me gustaría saber en qué zona de la isla se realiza la visita, y si recogen clientes para la excursión en la zona de Los Cancajos.
muchas gracias
Ana G
La Palma, Spain17 contributions
Hola: como ya han comentado, las oficinas y lugar de salida esta en los Cancajos, en las oficinas (hotel Las Olas en la avenida principal de Los Cancajos). El lugar para la actividad depende de las condiciones climatológicas del día concreto.