Dark Sky Reserve Astrophotography Tour

Astrophotography is the art of photographing the brilliance of the night sky. 

After the sunsets and your eyes adjust to the darkness, you start to see the beauty of millions of stars and you look in wonder at the Milky Way spanning across the night sky. What if you could capture the Milky Way with your camera? 

Well, the great news is you can, and although astrophotography poses a unique set of challenges, with the right guidance, astrophotography doesn’t have to be difficult.

Our Dark Sky Astrophotography tour is designed for those who want to learn to photograph the night sky and Milky Way for the first time, through to those who want to take their night sky photography to the next level.

Welcome and Coffee at the The Pretoria Hotel

Our tour starts with with a soft drink or hot drink of your choice at the “Pretoria Hotel”- “Situated on the mighty River Murray in Mannum,   

We will go over a few important detail and then head get down the river for sunset

Travel to a sunset location in the Dark Sky Reserve

We will travel to Murray River Dark Sky Reserve in the Luxury Staria for a sun set shoot over the river. 

Dark Sky Tour shooting for the stars session over the river 

you can put your skills into practice by taking some photos of the night sky including the Milky Way.

Dark Sky Astrophotography Tours offers the trip of a lifetime. Our expert guides will show you how to capture the beauty of the stars and the night sky like never before.

From the lookout, you will see some of the most amazing dark sky river views and you'll get the chance to explore and capture the beauty of the night sky in all its glory. Our experienced guides will be there to help you develop your skills, providing tips and techniques to help you get the most out of your experience.

Come and enjoy a night capturing the stars!

Overview

• Beginners and enthusiasts are welcome. 
• Grazing plater Meal and Drink included
• Learn how to capture incredible photos of the stars.
• Most cameras can photograph the Milky Way and galaxies!
• You can also borrow one of my cameras for the night! (subject to availability) 
• This tour gives you the tools to start taking breath-taking shots of the night sky including the milky way. 

Take part in one of our Dark Sky Astrophotography Tours and discover the wonders of the night sky. Don't wait any longer - book your tour today and experience the beauty of the stars for yourself!

When: 3:45pm -10pm

Where: Pretoria Hotel: 50 Randell St, Mannum SA 5238

What to bring:

Camera, tripod, and wide-angle lens (between 10-35mm) 
Please let me know if you don't have one or more of these just ask and we will do our best to source for you. :)

Please call John Adams if you have any questions on 0427004276.

Cancelation policy 

Refunds: Tour bookings are non-refundable.

Date changes: Tour date changes are allowed with at least 7 days notice.

Transfers: Bookings may be transferred to a new participant any time leading up to the workshop however I ask you you update me via email so as I am able to update the contact details. (john@adventureart.com.au)

Please Note:

• Good weather is important for Astrophotography, and we don’t have accurate weather forecasts until the day before the tour. We will notify you by 7pm the day before if the tour is not going ahead. In the event of weather prohibiting your Astrophotography tour from proceeding, we will offer you an alternative tour date.
• If clouds do come through on the night, we will wait for them to clear and then resume the tour, or look at alternatives in a different direction. (Some of the very best images are captured on nights like this)
• By booking you agree to adhere to the rules for your own safety and for the safety of those around you.