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Join the more than 60 registered providers and be part of the first portal that brings together all the astrotourism offerings in Chile.

The astrotourism portal driven by the Cielos de Chile Foundation remains open for more providers to join this pioneering initiative that seeks to promote dark skies and boost astronomical tourism in the country. Currently, more than 60 tourist services, from scientific observatories to themed gastronomic experiences, are already part of this platform designed to centralize and showcase activities related to astrotourism.

Beyond being a practical tool for tourists, the portal aims to raise awareness about the importance of protecting dark skies. “Astrotourism fosters astronomical education and environmental conservation through the care of dark skies,” explained Juan Pablo Valenzano, Project Coordinator of the Cielos de Chile Foundation. The initiative also seeks to inspire people to explore the cosmos and enjoy the beauty of the natural environment, promoting sustainable tourism that respects and benefits local communities.

The first astrotourism portal in Chile

This project responds to the need to gather in one website the wide range of astrotourism services in Chile. According to Juan Pablo, the portal aims to “concentrate information in one place, providing relevant data that makes it easier for the public to plan their visits and define experiences based on tastes and preferences.”

Among the highlighted activities on the portal are astronomical observations with telescopes, talks on the worldview of indigenous peoples, and astrophotography. Additionally, visitors can complement these experiences with accommodation, gastronomy, and even activities like trekking and horseback riding.

A project in constant evolution

The portal is designed to be a dynamic platform. “We plan to update the information periodically, not only to add more providers but also to provide accurate data to the public,” explained Juan Pablo.

The coordinator also calls on tour operators, observatories, and organizations related to astrotourism to join this network. “We want to invite all providers who have not yet registered to participate, in order to establish a platform that gathers the largest number of services for the general community, according to their specific tastes and interests,” he added.

How to participate?

If you are a tour operator, an observatory, or part of an organization linked to astrotourism, you still have time to join this platform: you just need to complete your information in the registration form.