La Palma/Tenerife May 16-20
Enjoy the darkest skies over dramatic calderas
.5 days from €1250
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Hey, stargazers and dark sky chasers! Ready for an adventure that’ll make your friends green with envy? Take your own Milky Way panoramas with dramatic landscapes with us. Pack your bags and your best camera gear, because we’re heading to La Palma and Tenerife for an exclusive astro photo tour. Small private group, two islands, excellent locations, great food, swimming, naturally dark sky, and a lot of fun in this special trip we prepared for you! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, this trip is perfect for anyone who’s obsessed with the starry sky.
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Start: 16th of May Santa Cruz de La Palma. Either accessible flying to the airport, or sailing from Tenerife or other islands with ferry. End: 20th of May at Tenerife South Although this trip is very calm and relaxing, it requires a standard health status, as we will be at altitudes of up to 2500m during the photography. Participants must follow the guide's instructions during the workshop and bring the required equipment. Having travel insurance that covers medical expenses, trip cancellations, and unforeseen situations is a highly recommended option. Better safe than sorry! Below, you can see the backbone of the itinerary. The tour guide may change the itinerary depending on the weather conditions.
Itinerary
16/5 Arrival on La Palma
Our meeting begins at noon in the beautiful town, the capital of Santa Cruz de La Palma, on the island also nicknamed La Isla Bonita. First, we have lunch together in one of the fantastic local restaurants with local delicacies. This is followed by check-in at our hotel with a pool and preparation of equipment for evening photography. After a short rest, we head together to the top of the island of La Palma and stop at the Roque de los Muchachos observatory to enjoy a magnificent sunset. A night full of photography awaits us. Our goal is to capture the rising Milky Way in a beautiful arc with the dramatic landscape of the volcanic caldera and the local telescopes of the nearby observatory. In the morning, we return to our accommodation and treat ourselves to a well-deserved rest.
17/5 Night Photography over the Calderas
After a night full of stars, you deserve a good rest, and we will treat ourselves to it right at the accommodation in the hotel pool. We will recharge our batteries, prepare our equipment, and set off for another great lunch combined with souvenir shopping in Santa Cruz de la Palma. In the evening, we will leave for another night adventure to the top of the island. We head to a beautiful viewpoint hidden only 20 minutes walk from the parking lot. There we will spend the night photographing the most beautiful scenery. In the morning, we will return to the accommodation.
18/5 Arrival on Tenerife
Goodbye, La Isla Bonita, Hello, Tenerife. Together we set off by ferry to another beautiful island, which hides many natural treasures. After arriving at the port in Los Cristianos, our journey will lead us straight into the heart of the Teide National Park. Our comfortable hotel is located right in the middle of the park, with views of the Pico del Teide volcano and an indoor swimming pool. After dinner, we will head to the nearby rock formations of Roques de Garcia. Here we will spend the whole night taking some of the most interesting compositions and panoramic shots that you can find in Tenerife. Literally a paradise for photographers.
19/5 Night Photography & Consultation
Another night of photography behind us and a well-deserved relaxation in the hotel and pool ahead. We will spend the afternoon consulting on your photos and basic processing. We will end the evening with another night full of stars in Teide National Park with endless beautiful views.
20/5 Last day on Tenerife
This is our last day at the Canaries. We'll depart and say goodbye to this incredible trip!
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Medium
Upon booking, you’ll be asked to pay the deposit of €500.
The remaining should be paid by Apr 1, 2026.
Basic
€1,250.00
4-night accommodation in Tenerife and La Palma
Workshop by Tomas Slovinsky
Cars (with insurance), fuel, and parking fees
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Masterclass
€1,350.00
Everything included in Basic
7-hour webinar valued at 300€, priced at 100€
Send an email after paying the deposit and state that you want the Master Class.
BE A PRO
Travel/Health/Accident insurance.
Your plane tickets to/from Canaries.
Ferry ride to Canaries.
Private rooms. If you don’t agree to stay in shared rooms you have to take care of your personal accommodation. Some operational fees will be withheld. Contact us before booking to let you know the final price.
Personal expenses, gifts and any kind of food.
I don’t want to stay in shared rooms. Can you arrange something to fit my needs?
As we stated, we are not a travel company, if sharing a room is too difficult for you, you can arrange a different accommodation. A part of your accommodation expenses will be held as administrative fees.
Can I participate in only a part of the trip?
This is not possible due to logistics, booking accommodations and cars. Subsequently, the full ticket must be paid.
I want to bring a friend/relative with me, but he/she isn’t a photographer. Should he pay?
Your friend would eventually be a part of our group, so yes, the full ticket must be paid.
Is there a difference between a workshop and a tour?
Yes, workshops are designed for people who also want to learn some fundamental and expand their knowledge in astrophotography. Tours are suitable for people who have already a good grasp on astro and just want to visit beautiful places to photograph. For that reason, workshops tend to be more expensive.
Are we alone in the universe?
We sincerely hope not.
Participants must be at least 18 years of age at the time of the tour.
Participants are required to bring all mandatory equipment listed on the tour page. This is necessary for personal safety and the smooth execution of the activity. The organizers reserve the right to deny participation to anyone who does not have the required equipment, if this may compromise safety or the group experience.
The remaining balance must be paid by 31th of March 2026. Failure to do so may result in the participant’s booking being cancelled. In such a case, the cancellation policy below will apply.
Participants acknowledge that outdoor activities, even of low difficulty, involve inherent risks such as uneven terrain, darkness, weather conditions, and natural obstacles. Each participant is responsible for assessing their own physical and mental condition and ensuring they are able to safely take part in the activity.The organizers are responsible for planning and conducting the activity with reasonable care, providing instructions, and making decisions in the interest of group safety. However, the organizers are not liable for injuries, accidents, or damages resulting from risks inherent to outdoor environments, or from a participant’s failure to follow instructions.
Participants must honestly disclose any health conditions that may affect their ability to safely participate. By joining the tour, participants confirm they are physically and mentally fit for this type of activity. The organizers are not responsible for medical issues or injuries arising from pre-existing conditions or from undisclosed health information. If a participant is unable to continue due to health reasons, lack of required equipment, or behavior that compromises safety, the organizers reserve the right to remove them from the activity. In such cases, the organizers’ responsibility is limited to assisting with safe return where reasonably possible and contacting emergency services if necessary. Any related costs (e.g. rescue, transport) are the participant’s responsibility.
The organizers reserve the right to modify the program, schedule, or locations if necessary due to weather, safety concerns, local regulations, or other circumstances beyond their control. Any changes will aim to preserve the overall nature and quality of the experience.
An invoice or receipt will be issued after the completion of the tour for the total amount paid.
Official updates from the organizers will be sent via email (info@starlight-adventures.com) and/or the group chat.
Cancellations must be requested via email. A cancellation is considered valid only after you receive written confirmation from the organizers.
“Remaining amount” refers to the total tour price minus any non-refundable costs already paid on the participant’s behalf (e.g. accommodation, permits, hut fees).
Until Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 11:59 PM EET
From Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 12:00 AM EET onward
No refund is available unless the participant’s place is filled by another person. In that case, 50% of the remaining amount will be refunded.
In case of cancellation within the last 48 hours due to exceptional circumstances, the organizers reserve the right to retain documented, non-refundable expenses already incurred.
The tour will take place only if a minimum of 6 participants is reached. If this number is not met, all payments will be refunded minus the non-refundable expenses.
