Tasmanian Stargazing Tours

Highlights

  • Join a 2.5-hour guided tour at Mt Pleasant Observatory, immersing yourself in Tasmania's breathtaking night sky.
  • Explore constellations and planets through multiple telescopes, gaining unique perspectives on the cosmos above you.
  • Capture stunning astrophotography with expert guidance, creating iconic memories against a backdrop of twinkling stars.

Description

Step into the universe with Tasmanian Stargazer – Lisa Bromfield. Join us on a magical 2.5-hour night-sky experience at the historic Mt Pleasant Observatory in Cambridge. Perfect for curious explorers, families, and photography enthusiasts, this guided tour blends astronomy, storytelling, and hands-on learning under Tasmania’s world-class skies.

Your evening begins with a warm welcome from our night-sky expert, Lisa Bromfield who will guide you through the constellations, planets, and deep-sky objects visible above the observatory. You’ll view the night sky through multiple telescopes, each offering a different perspective— a true bucket-list moment for any traveller.

Photography lovers can also capture stunning images of the night sky using the observatory’s large telescope as a dramatic backdrop. It’s an iconic photo you’ll want to share and our instructors will be on hand to help you.

To keep you comfortable throughout the tour, we provide light catering, creating a relaxing, friendly atmosphere under the stars.

Whether you’re a space lover, a budding astro-photographer, or simply seeking a memorable experience, Tasmanian Stargazing Tours offers a genuine chance to connect with the cosmos — in one of the best stargazing locations on Earth.

Category/Classification
Tour
Adventure and Outdoors Tours
Nature and wildlife
Sightseeing Tours

Contact and Map

  • Start location: Mt Pleasant Radio Observatory – 90 Denholms rd, Cambridge, Tasmania, 7170, Australia
Lat -42.80360, Lng 147.44049
Indicative rate
  • $250.00 Adult

Schedule

  • Available from 1 May 2026 to 1 August 2026
    Departs on Thursdays at 6.30pm
    Returns same day at 9.00pm

Booking Options

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Tour Length / Duration

  • Evening

Service facilities

  • Carpark
  • Family Friendly
  • Public Toilet

Fitness level

  • Basic

Tour format

  • On-site Experience
  • Private Tour

Accessibility

This business does not currently offer accessible facilities.