An image of a full Mineral Moon shot from within the Sunshine Coast Hinterland

Stargazers peering through a telescope into the night sky.

A 100 hour image of the Trifid Nebula shot from within the Sunshine Coast Hinterland.

An image of the Omega Centauri Globular Cluster shot from within the Sunshine Coast Hinterland.

An image of the Pillars of Creation within the Eagle Nebule shot in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland

Sunshine Coast Stargazing

Sunshine Coast Stargazing offers unique night sky experiences in the Hinterland's proposed International Dark Sky Reserve. Join their astronomer and guide, Nate, under the stars to reconnect with the wonder and wisdom of the cosmos - something our ancestors have done since time immemorial. Choose from the Stargazing Experience, Hands-on Astronomy, or keep an eye out for special celestial events throughout the year. Experiences are culturally grounded and weave together astronomy, astrophotography, mindfulness, spirituality, and storytelling to create something truly memorable. Looking up - even for just one evening - can change the way you see everything.

Location

Montville,Queensland,4560

Deals

10% off for the launch of Sunshine Coast Stargazing!

Let's celebrate the launch of Sunshine Coast Stargazing together under our beautiful southern skies! Use code darkskies at checkout for 10% off your total booking between now and 30 June!

Terms

Purchase must be made using the code 'darkskies' at checkout before 30 June 2026. Experience booking date can be any time up until 29 November 2026 (end of season). Bookings can be made for an individual, however experiences require a minimum of 2 people to operate. If minimum numbers are not met, you can either have your payment refunded or receive a voucher to book another date. T&Cs apply.

Tours

Stargazing Experience

Discover the heavens through a laser-guided sky tour and cultural stories of the night sky that have connected humans to the cosmos for thousands of years. This intimate session for up to 8 stargazers will take you on a visual stargazing and astrophotography journey using a multi-telescope setup. This experience invites you to slow down and foster a deeper sense of belonging within the cosmos and the world around us. Take it all in with a hot cuppa and a few bikkies on the side.

Price

$160

Information

Family prices are available.

Hands-On Astronomy

Have you ever looked at the night sky and wondered what's up there? Or maybe you've seen images from Hubble or the James Webb Space Telescope and wondered what you were looking at? In this hands-on session, learn how to operate a telescope and then take the reins yourself to traverse the night sky. With a maximum group size of 4 astro-enthusiasts, this interactive experience lets you work closely with an astronomer. Learn astrophysics 101 (no maths involved, we promise!) and the basics of astrophotography with no prior experience necessary. Digital copies of images you take on the night are included. If you've ever been interested in astronomy and want a gentle starting point, this session is made for you.