Details
Stargazing activities are on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday and do not include access to SALT. We are closed on public holidays and Sundays.
People per tour: 15
Fee: R120,00 per person
Children 6 – 11: R60
Children under 6: Free
What to expect
Stargazing allows visitors to view interesting objects in the night sky, through two dedicated visitor telescopes. Note that visitors cannot visit any of the research telescopes at night. Astronomy is a light-sensitive science and no lights are allowed on the plateau in the evenings, making it impossible to see anything at all.
The tour lasts approximately 90 minutes but may be canceled due to inclement weather conditions.
Due to intermittant technical challenges experienced with our electronic telescopes, manual telescopes will be used for stargazing when required.
How to book
To book your seat for May stargazing activities please email suthbookings@saao.ac.za and provide your name and contact details along with the number of seats required for your selected date.
For stargazing activities from June to December 2025, please click here.