Tarija Stargazing Activity

On our stargazing activity in Tarija, we'll have an unforgettable experience looking for constellations and planets at the National Astronomical Observatory of Santa Ana.

Tarija Stargazing Activity

At 7 pm, we'll pick you up from your hotel in Tarija. From there, we'll board a comfortable minibus and head to the National Astronomical Observatory of Santa Ana, an important Bolivian institution.

This observatory broadcasts the official time of the entire country. Its facilities include photographic laboratories, workshops, and telescopes. We will begin with a tour of the observatory, learning about the instruments used to observe planets, satellites, and stars and their various functions. The staff will use laser pointers to indicate the location of planets in the sky.

You will have the opportunity to look through the telescope and try to spot bright stars like Alpha Centauri, Sirius, and Canopus. Be alert for planets including Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn!

After viewing celestial bodies, we'll proceed to the audiovisual room to conclude our experience with a documentary on astronomy.

Finally, we will return to your hotel in Tarija, arriving at 10 pm.