Lyrids Meteor Shower Stargazing Tour

The Lyrids meteor shower is an annual celestial event that occurs every April, captivating stargazers from all around the world with its dazzling display of shooting stars. Originating from the debris trail left behind by comet C/1861 G1 Thatcher, the Lyrids offer a unique showcase of celestial beauty. This meteor shower is renowned for its swift and bright meteors, which streak across the night sky at speeds of up to 100,000 km/h, leaving behind glowing trails of dust and gas.
Typically peaking around April 22nd, the Lyrids shower can produce anywhere from 10 to 20 meteors per hour under optimal viewing conditions. Its radiant point, the spot in the sky from which the meteors appear to originate, lies in the constellation Lyra, hence the name Lyrids.

For stargazers, the Lyrids offer a prime opportunity to witness nature's celestial fireworks, as the meteors dart across the heavens, leaving spectators in awe of the vastness and beauty of the universe. 

When

Monday 22 April 2024

7:30 PM to 9 PM

9 PM to 10:30 PM
Peak: 8:23pm 

Where

Secret location will be sent on the day at 1 pm - Wentworth Falls area.

What is included

• A commentary on what meteor showers are
• Laser-guided Naked-eye Astronomy 
• Constellation storytelling
• Telescope viewing of planets and star clusters 
• Astronomy binocular viewing
• Hot chocolates 

Cancellation Policy

A quick disclaimer, while it is likely you will see a lot of shooting stars, we cannot guarantee it - but you'll still experience the magic of our regular stargazing tours.

Please contact us at least 48 hours before the event to cancel or postpone your booking. Our tours are non-refundable.

In the event of cancellation due to overcast skies, we will notify you by email at 1 pm on the day of the tour. We will offer a credit valid for 3 years, gift voucher transferrable to other people. Credit can be used for any of our stargazing events (except Dinner Under the Dome). No refund will be issued in case of bad weather.