All given prices are applicable currently, and subject to further variationsHow to use it: introduce an amount in any of the three currencies, and it will automatically display in the other two.TOUR ASTRO: Cl$ 16,000 per personThe transfert to the observatory is included in the price. It is recommended to
book in advance. Reservations by phone or by internet will be maintained untill the payment is fully cancelled. All payments must be cancelled not later than
16H00 (4:00 p.m.) the day of the Tour, otherwise the reservation is annuled.
We accept US dollars and euros with a light surcharge, that makes 35 US dollars and 25 euros respectively (subject to variations).
In case of annulation of the Tour for adverse weather conditions, we'll refund 100% of the amount paid.
TOUR ASTRO PRIVATE: Cl$ 125.000 per groupThe transfert to the observatory is not included in the price. This programme is intended for groups managed by national tour operators, or disposing of their own vehicles, who like the benefits of an exclusive service.
Similar to the Tour Astro, except for the limiting number of participants, extended to 14 people.
TOUR EXTREME: Cl$ 144,000 per groupThe transfert to the observatory is not included in the price, although it remains available upon request at additional cost. The tariffs are per group, not depending on the number of participants, although we recommend not exceed 15 people.
Due to logistics requirements, groups over 20 people must split in two sub groups, performing the programme in two successive runs.
In such a case, the tariff is CL$240.000 for the whole group.
If some of the participants are certified members of an
astronomy organisation, a
15% discount is applicable to the whole group.
Upon reservation only, with
a minimum anticipation of 2 days.
We request process the payment in that same delay, via bank transfert (ask for conditions). In some particular cases, we do accept payment cash at our agency, not later than
14H00 (2:00 p.m.) in the day of the Tour. Reservations not cancelled in the given delays will be annuled. We accept US dollars and euros (ask for conditions).
In case of annulation of the Tour for adverse weather conditions, we'll refund 100% of the amount paid.
NIGHT EXTREME: Cl$ 280.000 per group The given price does not include transportation to the observatory, as this programme is intended for groups managed by national tour operators, or disposing of their own vehicles. The tariffs are per group, not depending on the number of participants, although we recommend not exceed 15 people. If some of the participants are certified members of an
astronomy organisation, a
15% discount is applicable to the whole group.
Upon reservation only, with
a minimum anticipation of 7 days.
Payments must be processed in that delay, through bank transfert (ask for conditions), otherwise the reservation is annuled.
In case of annulation of the Tour for adverse weather conditions, we'll refund 100% of the amount paid.
JOURNEY EXTREME: For those groups who wish to observe for more than one night, we designed a saving tariff, as following:
2 consecutive nights: Cl$ 532.000
3 consecutive nights: Cl$ 756.000
4 consecutive nights: Cl$ 952.000
5 consecutive nights: Cl$ 1.120.000
Similar to the previous one in terms and contents, except for the reservation delay that comes to
15 days.
HOW TO FIND US... AND WHENRemember that the spectacle of the celestial sphere is significantly disminuished in presence of strong moonlight so, when planning a stargazing, it is highly recommended to avoid the nights with Full Moon or near Full Moon phases. In order to help you in preparing your observing session, we give a
moon phase calendar (click
here). Hence the Observatory remains
closed on the next following moonlight nights:
march, 2 to 9
april, 2 to 7
may, 2 to 6
june: closed all month
Additionally, we give the periods of
visibility for the main planets (click on the table at left to enlarge).
Then,
as to find us, we give below a short description of the road from Santiago to the Observatory, although you may prefer to visualize it by using an interactive map (click
here).
Santiago - La Serena: 480 km (300 mi.)Air travelling is convenient since there are several flights connecting each day the international airport of Santiago to the airport of La Serena. Surface travelling also is easy, as the "Ruta 5 Norte" is a fast riding highway. Many bus companies reach la Serena every day (the journey lasts some 7 to 8 hours).
La Serena - Vicuña: 63 km (39 mi.)The "Ruta 41" road is the only choice to reach Vicuña. To get there, you can choose either a bus from the many local companies, or a "colectivo" (collective taxicab). Note however that there is no such public transportation back to La Serena by night. Our office is located in the Plaza de Armas of Vicuña (address San Martin 233), quite close to the "Torre Bauer", the local icon.
NEW:
A Shuttle from the Airport of La Serena to Vicuña is available as a service of the Observatory. The cost is CL$50.000 for the group (up to 8 people). Service includes:
- Transfert from the airport to your hotel in Vicuña at your arrival;
- Transfert from your hotel in Vicuña to the airport for your departure;
Times and dates are scheduled according to your flights.
Upon reservation only, with a minimum anticipation of 2 days.
Vicuña - Observatorio del Pangue: 17 km (10 mi.)
The transfert from Vicuña to the observatory with our van is included in most of our programmes. However, if you have to go with your own vehicle, you may leave Vicuña through its southern exit, then reach a few meters ahead the intersection with the "Ruta D445", labelled as “
Ruta Antakari”, leading south eventually to the town Hurtado. The entrance of the observatory stands exactly 16 km (10 mi.) from this intersection. The road is suitable for any vehicle (AWD is not necessary), although some steep curves in the last 2 kilometers may require a little care. The transfert at low speed lasts some 25 minutes (30 minutes if coming from the centre of Vicuña).
Furthermore, for any query you may have, don't hesitate to ask us at
astronomicasur@gmail.com FOR BOOKING NOW, CLICK HERE
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