Astrophotography Holiday: Discover Tenerife’s Dark Skies
Overview
Embark on a 7-night astrophotography adventure in Tenerife, an astronomer’s dream destination. With Tenerife’s unique position 28 degrees above the equator, you’ll capture celestial wonders like the Milky Way’s rich core—impossible to see from the Northern countries. Enjoy 85% cloud-free nights, low humidity, and breathtaking volcanic landscapes, making your stay perfect for exploring the stars.
Spend 4 unforgettable nights atop Mount Teide, 8000ft above sea level, surrounded by dramatic lava fields that serve as the ultimate backdrop for your astrophotography. Our guides will lead you to the best locations and help you master your equipment, ensuring you capture stunning images of the night sky.
Discover the Magic of the Night Sky
From Winter to Spring, focus your lens on celestial marvels such as the Andromeda Galaxy, the Pleiades, and the Orion Nebula. Using a Skywatcher 72ED telescope paired with a DSLR camera, you’ll capture detailed images of these deep sky wonders.
From Summer to Autumn, shift your focus to breathtaking nightscapes of the Milky Way and vibrant nebulae against Tenerife’s dramatic landscapes.
What to Expect
- Hands-On Learning: Begin with a beginner-friendly introduction to astrophotography concepts, perfect for those new to the craft.
- Deep-Sky Focus: Learn to capture intricate details of galaxies and nebulae through guided use of professional-grade equipment.
- State-of-the-Art Equipment: Use motorised mounts, Skywatcher 72ED telescopes, and telescopic techniques to elevate your astrophotography.
- Personalised Attention: Supportive environment tailored to your needs.
- Follow-Up Resources: After your sessions, we’ll provide helpful links and resources for post-processing support, including tips and tutorials to help you edit and enhance your astrophotography images.
What’s Included
- 7 Nights in Tenerife: Accommodation in self-catering apartments.
- Astrophotography Adventures: 4 workshop nights capturing the wonders of Tenerife’s pristine night skies with guidance and state-of-the-art equipment.
- Specialised Equipment: Use our telescopes, guided mounts, and cameras, or bring your own gear.
- Transport: Airport transfers and nightly transportation to Teide for the workshops
- Expert Tuition: Learn techniques for Milky Way, planetary, nightscape and deep-sky photography.
Pricing
- Photographers: Starting at €1600 per person for the week (includes 4 nights of astrophotography).
- Non-Photographer Guests: Starting at €400 per person.
- Single Supplement: Available for solo travellers.
- Custom Stays: Shorter/longer stays or personalised packages available upon request.
Good to Know
- Flights and travel insurance are not included.
- Partners or friends not participating in astrophotography are welcome to join at a reduced rate.
- Tenerife offers a wealth of daytime activities, from beach relaxation to exploring its cultural heritage.
Optional Add-Ons
- Sunset & Stargazing Tour: from €35 per person.
