Description
Highlights...
- Reservation for a group of at least 20 people or an equivalent fee
- Discover the Universe like never before using professional equipment
- Let certified astronomical guides unravel the sky’s mysteries for you
- Enjoy a unique experience among volcanoes and stars
- Our astronomical observation on Teide is held in the car park next to the Cable Car base station.
What's included...
- Professional observations of the Universe
- Long-range telescopes
- Spanish, English, French, Italian or Russian-speaking Starlight guide
What's not included...
- Transportation
- Starlight guide in other language than Spanish, English, French, Italian or Russian
Make your dream a reality and enjoy the Universe in a professional way in one of the best places in the world to do so: on Mount Teide.
Certified astronomical guides will wait for you to unravel the mysteries of the Universe for you using professional telescopes, which will allow you to see up close and for your own eyes those fascinating celestial objects that you have longed to see for many years, under the pure and clear sky of the Teide National Park, where it is possible to observe 83 of the 88 officially recognised constellations and where, in the summertime, you can enjoy perfect visibility of the Milky Way.
A fascinating astronomical observation on Teide to enjoy the most starry side of Tenerife
Have you always wondered what star or celestial object is that shiny point, either big or small, that you can see in the sky?
Our Starlight guides will clear all your doubts as they will be there to unravel the mysteries of the Universe for you.
Do you find it fascinating that ancient civilisations oriented themselves using the stars? Have you always wanted to be able to do it as well?
Our guides will show you how to guide yourself thanks to the sky. Furthermore, if Greek mythology and constellations have always been your passions, during the astronomical observation on Teide you will enjoy discerning the elements of Hellenic mythology, which are hidden behind the constellations and the relationship between them.
Use our state-of-the-art telescopes to discover planets, galaxies or clusters as you have always dreamt of doing, and stargaze in one of the three best places on Earth to do it.
Not only will you be able to use these machines to take a tour through the night’s most interesting celestial objects but also our monitors will provide you with relevant information about the objects that you will see through the lens.
Get closer to the stars with professional telescopes
Our astronomical observation on Teide, which includes professional telescopes, is held in the car park next to the Cable Car base station.
We are sure that the astronomical instrumentation that you will have at your disposal, along with the quality and transparency of the sky over the Teide National Park in Tenerife, away from the light pollution produced by big cities, will give you a unique experience, which will feel as if you’re close to the stars.
Enjoy your astronomical observation also on full moon nights
It’s inevitable. The moon passes through different phases during its 29-day cycle, that is to say, lunation.
This is why, at least once a month, the potent glow of the Earth’s natural satellite will dim the faint light of the distant celestial bodies.
If you book our astronomical observation on Teide and enjoy it on the night of the full moon, you will take advantage of its radiant appearance and be delighted with its splendour: craters, mountain ranges and other lunar wonders.
You may ask, which ones? You can find the Montes Teneriffe, Mons Pico and the crater Piazzi Smyth on the moon.
If this is news to you, and you’re wondering why they have these names, write this question down so that you can ask our guides on the night of your astronomical observation on Mount Teide.
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- Professional observations of the Universe
- Long-range telescopes
- Spanish, English, French, Italian or Russian-speaking Starlight guide
- Transportation
- Starlight guide in other language than Spanish, English, French, Italian or Russian
+ Information
- Reservation for a group of at least 20 people or an equivalent fee
- Reservation subject to confirmation. Payment by credit card, bank transfer or via PayPal.
The start time of the activity Astronomical observation on Teide for groups varies depending on the time of year, as it is adjusted to the sunset time. We will announce the time to you by e-mail.
To make the most of your astronomical observation on Teide, please follow our recommendations:
- Wear warm, comfortable clothing and proper footwear.
- If you have health problems, consult with your doctor before undertaking this activity.
- Take plenty of water on hikes.
- Due to the elevated luminosity, wear sunglasses.
Children under 8 are not allowed to participate in the astronomical observation activity. * Pets are not allowed.
All our guides are astronomical guides certified by the StarLight Foundation.
IT IS NECESSARY TO PRODUCE A COPY OF THE BOOKING VOUCHER, EITHER PRINTED OR ON YOUR MOBILE PHONE.
- Less than 30 days' notice: 50% of the invoice amount
- Less than 15 days' notice: 100% of the invoice amount
Contingency plan
In the event that the access roads to Teide are cut off due to weather conditions, the activity will be postponed or cancelled, in which case its cost will be modified accordingly.
In the event that weather conditions impede or hinder proper visibility of the stars, the Customer may choose between:
OPTION 1: An activity carried out at the Planetarium.
OPTION 2: Cancellation of the activity at least 4 hours
in advance. Full refund of this part of the activity.
Check our Terms and conditions for more information.
In case of tickets which include a discount for children, a supporting document is required to prove entitlement to discount.
Where to find us
Meeting point
Teide Cable Car base station, at km 43 of the TF-21 motorway. Please, wait for a member of the Volcano Teide team to welcome you at the closed access gate.
Click on the following link to Google Street View to see the exact spot.
Coordinates: 28.254448, - 16.625747
Street: TF-21 motorway, km 43 - Teide National Park
Postal code: 38300 Municipality: La Orotava
Teide Cable Car is well connected by roads, and can be easily reached from any point of the island of Tenerife.
If you are in the northern part of the island
- Take the TF-21 motorway which connects La Orotava with El Portillo de la Villa and crosses the Teide National Park. The Cable Car is at km 43. (N28º 15' 17" W16º 37' 33")
- Take the TF-23 motorway from Boca de Tauce to Chío, which connects with TF-21.
If you are in the southern part of the island:
- Take the TF-21 motorway from Vilaflor to Teide National Park, the route of access for the tourist areas of Playa de Américas and Los Cristianos.
If you are close to Santa Cruz or La Laguna
- Take the TF-24 motorway from La Laguna to Portillo de la Villa (La Esperanza Motorway), which connects with TF-21 that will take you to the base station of the cable car at km 43.
Distances
Mt. Teide is approximately an hour’s drive from any point on the island.
- Santa Cruz: 64 km
- La Laguna: 55 km
- Puerto de la Cruz: 45 km
- Los Gigantes: 52 km
- Los Cristianos: 47 km
Frequently asked questions
No. It will be conducted outdoors with portable telescopes and the Starlight guides.
The telescopes that we use for astronomical observation are: Celestron CPC 9.25″ Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope and Dobson Sky Watcher, 30 cm with Newtonian reflector.
Is it possible to combine this activity with a stay in the Altavista Refuge or at the Parador hotel?
Since our astronomical observation finishes late and the Refuge closes at 10pm, it won’t be possible for you to spend a night in the highest refuge in Spain on the same day on which you enjoy this activity, because you won’t have enough time to reach the refuge before it closes.
If you wish to stay at the Parador hotel, there should be no problem. However, you will have to make a reservation at the hotel yourself.
