Earth Sanctuary is a dedicated astronomy and stargazing venue located near Alice Springs in the Northern Territory. Offering a range of guided experiences, Earth Sanctuary presents short star tours, dinner-and-star options, overnight camping, and specialized astrophotography sessions. Each program is led by experienced astronomy guides who provide telescope views of deep-sky objects, planets, and the Milky Way.
The Sunset to Sunrise overnight tour includes a gourmet barbecue dinner, fireside discussions about the universe, overnight camping under dark skies, and a pancake breakfast to conclude the experience. Short-format tours include a 1.5-hour guided star tour that focuses on telescope views and accessible explanations suitable for all ages. The Dinner & Star Tour combines a sunset barbecue and a guided stargazing session using powerful telescopes.
Astrophotography nights are designed for photographers and night-sky enthusiasts, offering opportunities to capture the Milky Way and celestial events with support from knowledgeable staff. Earth Sanctuary highlights comfortable on-site amenities and a focus on sustainability during overnight stays.
Located in the East MacDonnell Ranges region, the venue emphasizes clear, low-light skies ideal for astronomy. Visitors can expect structured programs, hands-on telescope experiences, and informative commentary, making Earth Sanctuary a trusted choice for night-sky viewing and astrophotography sessions in the Alice Springs area.