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Dark-Sky Parks Around the World: 15 National Park Nights to Book

45 tours  ·  from $19 a head

Certified dark-sky parks write their lighting into the rulebook, which is why Zion, Bryce and the Pinnacles show a Milky Way that a suburb never will. The 15 below cover ranger nights, telescope programmes and the drives that get you inside the boundary before dark.

Tenerife: Teide National Park Sunset & Stargazing Tour - The south-coast pickup and mountain drive
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Tenerife: Teide National Park Sunset & Stargazing Tour

1.Teide National Park Sunset & Stargazing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 3,812 reviews · 3 - 6.5 hours · from $47Our pick

Travel from Tenerife’s south coast into Teide National Park for sunset above the clouds and guided stargazing with telescopes and laser pointers. Guides such as Ozzi explain constellations, planets, and volcanoes in several languages. A three-course dinner is optional, and warm clothing is essential.

“I would def recommend this trip, it was fabulous. Ozzy was great and very knowledgeable as well as making it fun.”

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Tenerife: Sunset and Stargazing at Teide National Park - The drive up from southern Tenerife
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Tenerife: Sunset and Stargazing at Teide National Park

2.Sunset and Stargazing at Teide National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,826 reviews · 3 - 4 hours · from $47

Head into Teide National Park for a sunset above the clouds, a glass of Cava, and an English-led astronomy session. Guides such as Peter, Phil, Roland, and Dani point out constellations with lasers, use a 12-inch telescope, and take a free starry-sky portrait.

“The tour was amazing from start to finish. Roland picked me up and was so informative about the Island as we headed to the mountain. Sunset was amazing and not overcrowded. stargazing on the mountain was incredible. I learned so much from the guides and the hot chocolate at the end really topped off the night 😊. I don't think I've ever seen so many stars in the sky. Amazing trip.”

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Teide National Park Sunset & Stargazing with Dinner (Star Safari) - The coach ride from Los Cristianos
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Teide National Park Sunset & Stargazing with Dinner (Star Safari)

3.Teide National Park Sunset & Stargazing with Dinner (Star Safari)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,601 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $95Top rated

Join Night Skies Tenerife for a seven-hour evening from South Tenerife, with coach transfers, a Canarian dinner, cava at Montaña Sámara, and expert stargazing near Teide. Guides such as Craig, Kieran, Sol, and Sonja lead the night, with four telescopes, laser talks, warm coats, and free photos.

“The experience was well organised and the staff was very welcoming. My main concern was that we were a group of about 70 people and that kind of ruined the experience, if it would have been kept down to 20/30 max it would have been much more enjoyable. I’ll start with the good part, which was the last stop with the stargazing, Teide National park is very beautiful and at night is worth seeing as well. We had full moon so visibility was very good and gave it a beautiful eerie vibe, and we could still see plenty of stars up there even with the moonlight. They had 4 telescopes…”

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Teide National Park: Sunset & Stargazing Safari with Dinner - The coach ride from South Tenerife
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Teide National Park: Sunset & Stargazing Safari with Dinner

4.Teide National Park: Sunset & Stargazing Safari with Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,115 reviews · 3.5 - 7 hours · from $65

Ride from South Tenerife into Teide National Park for sunset at Montaña Samara, a three-course Canarian dinner, and guided stargazing at Restaurante 7 Cañadas. Guides including Craig, Kieran, and Sonja explain stars, myths, and planets through four telescopes. Warm coats and photos are included.

“The trip was amazing, once in a lifetime experience. Guides were very knowledgabale and also funny, bringing good mood. We learned so much from them. They served wine at sunset and also hot chocolate at stargazing, which was deffinitely an add on to the experience. Only the dinner was very basic, could be improved. Transport was also good, on time and as agreed. Now I am waiting for amazing pictures they took and are giving us for free!”

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Pinnacles Desert: Sunset BBQ & Stargazing Tour +Sandboarding - Sandboarding the big white dunes at Lancelin
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Pinnacles Desert: Sunset BBQ & Stargazing Tour +Sandboarding

5.Pinnacles Desert: Sunset BBQ & Stargazing Tour +Sandboarding

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,555 reviews · 9h 30m · from $176

From Perth, Lumineer Adventure Tours takes you to Lancelin for sandboarding, Hangover Bay for coastal air, and the Pinnacles for sunset, BBQ, and stargazing. Guides such as Sam, Adrian, Emma, and Hadrian add live commentary, telescope views, and smartphone night photography tips.

“A great trip, from pickup in the afternoon to drop off in the late evening. Our bus driver Leighton was great and provided commentary along the way. The other bus driver was very knowledgeable with the star gazing part of the tour.”

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Pinnacles Desert Sunset Dinner and Stargazing Tour - Arriving at the Pinnacles before sunset
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Pinnacles Desert Sunset Dinner and Stargazing Tour

6.Pinnacles Desert Sunset Dinner and Stargazing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,034 reviews · from $178

Leave Perth in the afternoon for Lancelin sandboarding, a wildflower reserve or Aboriginal heritage stop, then reach the Pinnacles for sunset, barbecue dinner, wine, and guided stargazing. Guides such as Neil, Sam, Leighton, and Gavin add local stories, astronomy tips, and phone photography help.

“The Lancelin dunes sandboading was fun and not at all scary. The Pinnacles are certainly unusual, but for some reason they were smaller than perhaps we were expecting, the sunset was great, but be warned it becomes very cold once the sun goes down so wrap up well, don't underestimate this. The wind was strong and made it difficult to eat our bbq meal, which consisted of two types of sausage and assorted salad. The stars did become clearly visible just before we left, although not the Milky Way which we expected. If you want to be dropped off somewhere other than your original pick up point in Perth it's…”

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Sedona Stargazing Tours LLC - The opening sky lesson with a laser pointer
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Sedona Stargazing Tours LLC

7.Sedona Stargazing Tours LLC

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 881 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $89

Meet near Oak Creek for about 75 minutes beneath Sedona’s dark skies. Guides such as Wes, Dave, Richard, and Mr. Sanders use laser pointers, GPS-guided telescopes, and wide-view binoculars to show you planets, galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters. Chairs, blankets, and parkas may be provided in cold weather.

“Very informative and interesting. Loved the telescopes and pointers. I would definitely do it again when it wasn't a full moon!”

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From Perth: Pinnacles Sunset and Stargazing Tour with Dinner - Guilderton and Moore River start the day with wide views
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From Perth: Pinnacles Sunset and Stargazing Tour with Dinner

8.Pinnacles Sunset and Stargazing Tour with Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 803 reviews · 9 hours · from $130

Travel north from Perth with guides such as Erin, Casper, Adam, and Fred for coastal viewpoints, wildflowers or Hangover Bay, sunset at the Pinnacles, a picnic dinner, and telescope stargazing. This nine-hour outing suits visitors without a car, though the mini-coach ride is long and seats can feel tight.

“Our guide Erin was very good. I can highly recommend this trip”

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Pinnacles Sunset Stargazing Dinner Experience Small Group Tour - Guilderton Lookout replaces the Lancelin stop
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Pinnacles Sunset Stargazing Dinner Experience Small Group Tour

9.Pinnacles Sunset Stargazing Dinner Experience Small Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 396 reviews · from $132

Travel from Perth to Guilderton, Nilgen, Hangover Bay, and Nambung National Park in a small group of up to 28. Guides such as Adam, Casper, Erin, and Kacper lead the Pinnacles walk, serve a picnic dinner with wine, and use a telescope to point out the moon and stars.

“Fab experience, as described and wonderfully run and explained by Casper. Really interesting and illuminating. We even saw a Kangeroo that enhanced our photos.”

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Uluru: National Park Astronomy Tour with Telescope and Photo - Reading the Southern Hemisphere sky with the guides
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Uluru: National Park Astronomy Tour with Telescope and Photo

10.National Park Astronomy Tour with Telescope and Photo

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 357 reviews · 2h 30m · from $91

You’ll leave your Uluru accommodation by Atrip bus for a 150-minute astronomy outing in the National Park. Guides such as Neil, Lucy, and Zack point out Southern Hemisphere stars, share Indigenous sky stories, set up telescopes, help with phone photography, and take a long-exposure portrait with Uluru behind you.

“The sky was stunning, to sit in the outback with all the stars around you. It was also incredible to see Pluto and Alpha Centauri through the telescopes. Unfortunately the tour was two big busses full of people and 3 telescopes, and queueing for the photo was 45-60 min. I would definitely do it again, but please make smaller groups. Thank you for the fantastic experience. PS: I loved the enthusiasm of the guides.”

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Teide National Park: Guided Large Telescope Stargazing Tour - What happens during the three-hour session
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Teide National Park: Guided Large Telescope Stargazing Tour

11.Teide National Park: Guided Large Telescope Stargazing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 319 reviews · 3 hours · from $58

Meet guide Alessandro, and sometimes Antonella, in Teide National Park for a three-hour small-group stargazing session. You’ll use a computerized 32-inch Dobsonian telescope or a 12-inch Night Vision scope, ask questions in English, Spanish, or Italian, and receive astrophotography images afterward.

“Thanks, the tour was great! The location, tourguide , telescope and views have been phenomenal. The guide Alessandro is very passionated and gives very good explainations about the various deep-sky objects. These are selected in a way that these can be well seen also by the astronomically untrained eye. Still this huge telescope reveals more details than smaller telescopes can. Due to the limited group size everyone has enough time at the eyepiece to really see the objects.”

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Tenerife. Stargazing in Teide National Park - Meeting Roberto beside the Ermita de las Nieves
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Tenerife. Stargazing in Teide National Park

12.Tenerife. Stargazing in Teide National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 319 reviews · 2 hours · from $41Best value

Meet Roberto near the Ermita de las Nieves, 40 minutes after sunset, for a two-hour astronomy session in Teide National Park. He explains stars, planets, constellations, mythology, and the movement of the sky in English or Spanish, using a high-end telescope and laser pointers. Free night-sky photos are included.

“I’m so glad my family and I booked this experience. Roberto is an outstanding guide who seamlessly ran the tour in two languages, making everyone feel included. He has a real talent for explaining complex topics about the universe in a way that’s clear, engaging, and fascinating for all ages. Our group ranged from kids (my 9-year-old son loved it!) to older adults, and everyone was captivated. The location was perfect for stargazing, and Roberto went above and beyond — providing water, chocolates, and even blankets to keep everyone comfortable. He truly cares about his guests and keeps you well informed before the tour so you can prepare properly. I…”

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The Original Sedona UFO and Stargazing Night Tour - Meeting at 1890 West State Route 89A
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The Original Sedona UFO and Stargazing Night Tour

13.The Original Sedona UFO and Stargazing Night Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 269 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $155

Meet Shay and the Sedona UFO Tours team at their 89A office, then follow your own car to three viewing areas near Fay Canyon, Cultural Park Place, and Crystal Magic. You’ll share military-grade night vision goggles, hear UFO stories, and scan Sedona’s sky for stars, satellites, and unexplained lights.

“Amazing tour! Getting to view the Sedona night sky so intimately is definitely a beautiful experience. Our guide was Shea and she is a rare gem.”

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Banff: Guided Sunset and Stargazing Tour - The 5-kilometre route: easy underfoot, not effortless
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Banff: Guided Sunset and Stargazing Tour

14.Banff: Guided Sunset and Stargazing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 262 reviews · 2 hours · from $66

Walk about 5 km from the Cave and Basin site as daylight fades, then use headlamps to watch the stars appear. Guides such as Jacob, Ben, Ewan, Isla, and Kale share astronomy, local history, wildlife tips, and help with night photography. Northern Lights sightings depend on conditions.

“It was a very unique experience, me and my gf loved every moment of it. Jacob was a very chill guy and a fun person. We'll definitely go again in the summer, this time with more fam members for sure. I will make sure to spread the word when I get the chance! -Shane”

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The Night Sky Star Story, Galaxy, and Sedona Story Tour - Indigenous star associations and Sedona connections
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The Night Sky Star Story, Galaxy, and Sedona Story Tour

15.The Night Sky Star Story, Galaxy, and Sedona Story Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 243 reviews · 2 hours 5 minutes (approx.) · from $100

Join Sedona guide Chad at 7:30 p.m. for a two-hour, small-group night sky lesson using your eyes, a laser pointer, planisphere, Play-Doh Milky Way, and lively stories. Expect Greek and Indigenous star lore, astronomy, local connections, chairs, blankets, and hand warmers. No telescope is used.

“At this time of year, make sure to wear gloves and bring a stocking cap. Hand warmers and blankets were provided (which were greatly appreciated). The combination of story telling and factual formation (and humor) made for an extremely nice experience. Soooooo glad we took this tour.”

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