Sedona UFO & Stargazing Night Tour — Military Night Vision over Red Rocks

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

1–2 hours

Fitness Level

Light—able to stand or walk short distances on uneven ground; not suitable for those unable to stand for moderate periods

Overview

Sit atop a red-rock ridge as guides hand you military-grade night vision goggles and map the heavens. This guided Sedona night tour pairs hands-on tech with local sky lore—perfect for curious travelers who want an offbeat, weather-dependent experience.

Sedona UFO & Stargazing Night Tour — Military Night Vision over Red Rocks

Walking Tour

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Date

Thu, Oct 30

Travelers

You arrive at a low-slung adobe storefront off State Route 89A as the last light thins behind the buttes. Guides check IDs, hand out a durable itinerary and a quick safety brief, and within minutes a caravan of personal vehicles snakes up a quiet road toward a flat, open viewing spot where the mesas frame the sky.

Adventure Photos

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Adventure Tips

Arrive 30 minutes early

Check-in is strict; late arrivals are treated as no-shows—bring your ticket and valid photo ID.

Bring closed-toe shoes and layers

Viewing locations have gravel and dirt; nights cool quickly so a warm layer is essential.

Drive your own vehicle

Each traveler must follow the guide in a private car to the viewing spot—no rideshares or shuttles allowed.

Red light only pre/post-tour

Use a red-filtered headlamp to avoid compromising night vision and other guests’ experience.

Local Insights

Wildlife

cottontail rabbits
nocturnal owls

History

The red-rock country around Sedona was formed by uplift and erosion; the area also sits on lands historically used and stewarded by Yavapai-Apache peoples.

Conservation

Sedona benefits from low-light awareness and local ordinances; guests are asked to minimize flash and stay on established roads to protect dark-sky quality and fragile soils.