Astronomical observation under Starlight skies in Dehesa Extremeña
Highlights
- See galaxies, nebulae and planets with powerful 16-inch telescope
- Learn to identify the constellations in one of the darkest skies on the planet.
- Experience an unforgettable 1.5 hour stellar adventure in Fregenal de la Sierra, Badajoz
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Why Freedome
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Full description
Did you know that the Dehesa Extremeña is considered by the Starlight Foundation as one of the darkest and most privileged places on the planet to look at the sky?
Escape from routine on a 1. 5 hour adventure in Badajoz, designed to make you feel like a true explorer of the cosmos. Accompanied by an expert, you will learn to read the sky with the naked eye and with a 16-inch telescope you will discover galaxies and nebulae in the simplest and most fun way.
What we will do
We will meet 10 minutes before the agreed time at the meeting point in Fregenal de la Sierra, Badajoz. There we will be met by our guide, a qualified astronomer, who will welcome us and explain the singularities of this magical corner of Extremadura, a true paradise to contemplate the firmament far from light pollution.
We will begin with a naked eye observation during the first half hour. With the help of a laser, we will go through the celestial vault to identify the most important constellations and stars. We will learn how to orientate ourselves, listen to fascinating stories about the stars and discover curiosities that will change the way we look at the night.
In the second part, we will move into action with a powerful 16-inch professional telescope. Taking turns, we will look through the scope to observe the most spectacular objects depending on the season: galaxies in spring, the immensity of the Milky Way in summer or nebulae in the colder months. We will see Saturn's rings and Jupiter's moons up close and feel that we can almost touch the moon with our hands.
As we are a small group, we will be able to ask all our questions while the guide explains in detail what we are seeing through the telescope. After about 1. 5 hours of deep exploration, we will say goodbye with the feeling that the cosmos is now a little less unknown, but with our curiosity aroused to continue discovering all the wonders hidden in the infinite.
Who it is aimed at
This experience is suitable for all ages from 6 years and up.
Minors must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
The activity can be adapted for people with reduced mobility or in wheelchairs, as the organisers have an easy access area. Please check in advance when making your booking to coordinate everything.
Other information
The activity is available all year round, from Monday to Sunday.
The exact timetable depends on the sunset (approx. 20: 30 h in winter and 23: 00 h in summer) .
It is essential to contact the organisers before coming to confirm the definitive timetable, as the activity depends entirely on the weather forecast.
The minimum group size is 1 person and a maximum of 15 participants.
Free parking is available on site.
Access by public transport is not recommended, as there is no regular bus service to the meeting point.
Pets are allowed, as long as they remain on a leash for the duration of the experience.
Recommended clothing
- Warm clothes (even in summer)
- Comfortable footwear for the field environment
What is included
How it works
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Send a booking request
We will only pre-authorise the payment
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Receive confirmation within 48 hours
In case of confirmation, you will be charged the cost of the activity
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
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Buy a gift voucher
Valid for 12 months from the date of issue. You will receive it by email, in pdf format.
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Choose your preferred date
Contact the guide at the contact details on the voucher and arrange a day for the activity.
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
Meeting point
Fregenal de la Sierra, Badajoz
Frequently asked questions
What happens in case of bad weather?
If you have made a fixed date reservation and the weather conditions are not suitable for carrying out the activity safely (according to the expert opinion of the guide), you will be refunded the full amount paid. The guide may suggest an alternative date or time for the activity. You are free to choose whether or not to accept these suggestions. If you are unable to reschedule, we will proceed with a full refund! If you have set the date of your Gift Voucher and bad weather has prevented the activity from taking place, the Voucher remains valid until the expiry date indicated on it.
If I cancel the reservation, can I get a full refund?
For this activity, the cancellation policy is moderate. You get a full refund if you cancel within 8 days from the activity start date. Within 7 and 5 days from the activity start date you will get a 50% refund. You can find the full policies in the Cancellation Policy section.
What payment methods do you accept?
On Freedome, you can pay with any rechargeable credit card or prepaid card (including Postepay) from Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB networks. We also accept debit cards enabled for online payments. You can also use the digital wallets Apple Pay and Google Pay.
