Astronomy Divine – Telescopic star-gazing and Camping

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Ditch the Screens, Embrace the Stars: A Telescopic Adventure near Pune.

Imagine a night sky unlike any you’ve ever seen. A million glittering stars, constellations unveiled, and distant galaxies brought closer. This isn’t science fiction, it’s a weekend escape in Pune!

Leave the GPS behind. Rediscover the ancient art of celestial navigation, learning to read the stars like a map. Our expert guides will transform you from a city dweller to a cosmic cartographer.

Peer through powerful telescopes, revealing hidden wonders like nebulae, star clusters, and even galaxies millions of light-years away. More than a night, it’s an experience. Combine your stargazing adventure with a camping trip under the vast canvas of the cosmos.

Date: Nov 23rd – 24th, Saturday and Sunday.
Price: INR 2100/- per adult self drive
INR 1890/- per child between 5-10 years self drive with parents/ guardian.
Duration: 1 night, 1 day.
Location: Bhor, Maharashtra

Schedule :-

Pick up location: Blue Nile Restaurant near Poona club grounds starting point. Multiple points along the exit via Katraj ghat.

Assemble time: 3:55pm
Departure time: 4:00pm

5:30 pm Reach Campsite
6:00 pm – Hi Tea and snacks
6 – 7 – Set up for Telescopes
7:00 pm on wards – session begins.

Kindly note: The star gazing activity starts pre-dinner and will go on till 5.30 am. Those who would like to sleep early there will be tents set up for you to sleep (shared with 2 in each tent), others who wish to stay awake throughout, kindly get enough rest during the day on Saturday or prepare to get rest once you head back on Sunday.

The event will have following segments:

1. Sky shows (total 3): Our astronomy expert will explain to participants about stars, planets, constellations, Raashis, Nakshatras, their mythological stories as well as interesting scientific information
2. Telescope sessions (total 4): Through telescopes, participants will get to see mind-blowing views of the Moon, Jupiter, Saturn and some deep sky objects like Orion Nebula, Beehive cluster, Omega Centauri cluster, Ring nebula, Hercules cluster etc.
3. Sky watch on projector screen: Our experts will speak about topics missed during the night using educational demo video.
4. Fun time: Astro-antakshari/ word puzzle.
5. We’ll also get to see some bright satellite passes (and hopefully meteors!) with an unaided eye!

Trip facilities:

Evening tea and snacks.
1 Dinner and 1 breakfast next morning.
Midnight tea with Maggie and Tea before dawn.
Star gazing with telescope guided by experts.
Camping in comfortable tents on sharing basis.
Mineral water for drinking throughout the trip.
Medical assistance if required

Trip excludes:
Transport
Personal expenses (beverages and snacks)
Personal medication
Lunch the second day.

Don’t just explore the Earth, explore the Universe!
This telescopic stargazing and camping experience in Pune is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to connect with the universe, develop timeless skills, and create memories that will outlast any battery.
Book your interstellar adventure today!

IMPORTANT:
Please take care of all your belongings, you can leave your bags in the bus during this activity, it will be kept very safe.
Notify us immediately in case of any medical emergency.
We do not provide and encourage carrying any alcoholic drinks or substance; you will be at your own responsibility to leave the trek if found under any influence, without any refund and costs that may occur for your departure.
Adventure camping and outdoor sports/ recreation is purely for nature lovers and not for party groups; we respect nature and do our best to spread awareness about wilderness conservation.
Water bodies such as lake and rivers serve as a source of life for many, we request you to be ethical and do not indulge in any activity that will be harmful towards nature and the local community living there.
Be sure that you are responsible for your own personal belongings
We like to keep the wildlife wild. We follow – leave no trace policy, we request you to carry your trash until we find a proper disposal bin.
Everyone has to fill out the undertaking form before joining the trip.
Kindly read our cancellation policy before making any payments.
Availability is first come first serve basis. Last day of confirming is 2 days prior to the event date,
but please book your seats as soon as possible.

For Bookings and enquiry please contact Rohan – 7350064961.
Looking forward to seeing you all,
Team Rivers and Ridges