Planning the Ultimate Stargazing or Northern Lights Trip
How to Plan Your Celestial Itinerary
There’s something magical about looking up at the night sky and feeling connected to the universe. Whether it’s chasing the Northern Lights, witnessing a solar eclipse, or stargazing under remote desert skies, celestial travel brings a sense of wonder that few other experiences can match.
Here’s how we help clients plan trips that align with the cosmos — and how you can start planning your own.
Pick the Right Timing
The most important factor is knowing when the skies will put on their best show.
Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights): Typically visible from late September through March, with April and October sometimes offering shoulder-season sightings in places like Norway, Iceland, and Finland.
Meteor showers: Major showers like the Perseids (August) or Geminids (December) can be stunning in dark-sky areas.
Solar eclipses: These rare events require long-term planning. For example, there will be a total solar eclipse passing through Spain and Morocco in August 2026 — prime time to start booking.
We track celestial calendars years in advance to help you lock in prime viewing dates before the crowds.
Escape the Light Pollution
Clear skies are only half the equation — darkness is the other.
Aim for remote locations far from city lights. National parks, islands, and Arctic regions are ideal.
Consider designated dark-sky reserves like Aoraki Mackenzie in New Zealand or Jasper National Park in Canada.
Plan for multiple nights in case clouds interfere. More time increases your chances of seeing something spectacular.
This is where having a travel advisor makes all the difference: we know which accommodations, guides, and even small towns maximize your odds of success.
Choose Unique Ways to Experience It
Stargazing doesn’t have to mean standing in a field at midnight. Some of the best trips make the sky part of the luxury.
Glass igloos in Lapland where you can watch the aurora from bed
Desert safaris in Morocco or Namibia under crystal-clear skies
Observatory tours in Hawaii, Chile, or the Canary Islands with expert astronomers as your guides
I like to pair these experiences with cozy amenities — hot tubs, saunas, fireside dinners — so the setting feels just as special as the stars.
Let the Stars Be the Centerpiece
A celestial trip isn’t about squeezing stargazing between other activities. It’s about building the itinerary around the skies. That might mean fewer stops, slower pacing, or waking up at unusual hours — and that’s what makes it memorable. When everything is designed to serve that singular moment of wonder, the rest of the trip falls beautifully into place.
✨ Ready to See the Stars?
Whether you want to chase the aurora, witness a solar eclipse, or simply lie under a blanket of stars, we’ll help you plan a trip that brings the universe closer.
