Dark Sky Safari

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Dark Sky Safari

Wonder at the dazzling beauty of a natural night sky on our dark sky tour. Mayo International Dark Sky Park has been certified at Gold Tier dark sky park for its night sky quality.

This guided tour combines a laser pointer tour of the starry skies and constellations with an introduction to the local nocturnal wildlife in the Mayo International Dark Sky park. Our dark sky ranger guides know the dark sky part intimately and will bring you to the darkest viewing places and bring the night sky and mythical constellations to life with a tour of the celestial heavens.

This tour involves some short walks with transportation in between.

Starting location – Newport

Transport included & pick up/ drop off available from Westport or nearby location

Tours subject to weather and cloud conditions

Detailed Information

Booking by request
-contact us by phone or email

Price per person €30

Visit Ireland’s only Dark Sky Park
Laser pointer tour of night sky constellations
Dark Sky ranger guides
Starlight Express transport
Take away starmaps

Approximately 3 hours
Dress warmly with plenty of layers, hat, gloves & scarf.
Good footwear recommended.

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