STARGAZING

Gaze In Awe At The Wonders Of The Clear Peruvian Desert Sky

Each evening you will be invited to join the resident astronomer* as they unlock the mysteries of Peru's skies in the lodge’s state of the art observatories, complete with a Celestron CPC 1100 GPS (XLT) computerised telescope. The observatory presents the ideal place to gaze in awe at the wonders of the clear desert sky as resident astronomers point out the brightest and most beautiful constellations, the vast Milky Way and distant, mysterious planets.

SUR &

Beyond

Ica Private Desert Reserve neighbours South America's only International Dark Sky Reserve (IDSR) and was originally instrumental in helping the PeruvianNature Reserve gain its prestigious Gold Tier status, which celebrates nighttime environments that have little to no impact from light pollution and artificial light. With the nearest town 140 km (87 mi.) away from the lodge, there are no sources of light pollution and the reserve’s sky is one of the darkest yet measured in the world.

Yavapai Lodge

Also located within the Resort, Yavapai Lodge is a family-, bike- and pet-friendly large party lodge that now offers guests a "Constellations at the Desert" package. In addition to overnight accommodations, you'll receive a flashlight and a stargazing map with a red lens filter insert to help you view the constellations and other "awe-inspiring celestial bodies." Use promo code STARGAZER to add the package to your regular stay.

Under Canvas

Sleep under the stars in your own safari-style luxury tent just 25 minutes from the main entrance SUR Hotel. Glamping operator Under Canvas' "Stargazer" tent has a viewing window directly above its king-sized bed allowing perfect views of the stars as you drift to sleep (wishing optional). Bookings available April thru November.*

SUR & Beyond Ica Private Desert Reserve is the perfect spot for stargazing and getting lost in the deep secrets of the skies below the equator. In addition to the observatory, guests have the luxury of retiring to spacious and airy suites, bedecked with large skylights set into the ceiling above the comfortable beds. Unwind and allow dreamy adventures to continue as you revel in the beauty of the impossibly starry sky in total privacy and seclusion.

*Please note that due to the COVID pandemic, our resident astronomers come from either the USA or Lima and therefore have been unable to get to the lodge during this time.