Stargazing at Gharameel

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Experience the enchantment of desert with stargazing led by Husaak’s star guide. Surrounded by Gharameel’s mystical rock formations you will look up to a blanket of stars and enjoy a traditional grilled dinner alfresco.

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Location

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Far from city lights, vast open spaces in remote desert lands create some of the world’s most enviable dark skies, making AlUla an idyllic locale for star watching.

The best times to go stargazing are the days before, during and soon after each new moon. Immerse yourself in a desert landscape and enjoy AlUla moonlit experience.

Tour Schedule

Summer (2 May – 31 August)

One nightly tour offered Thursdays – Saturdays
Evening Tour: Depart 6:30 pm & Return 12:00 am

September to March

One daily tour offered 7 days per week
Depart 5:30 pm & Return 11:00 pm

Ramadan Schedule

23 March - 20 April 2023

Thursday, Friday and Saturday:
Depart 4:30 pm & Return 10:30 pm

Eid AlFitr Schedule

21 April - 30 April 2023

Thursday - Saturday:
Depart 6:00 pm & Return 11:30 pm

Eid AlAdha Tour Schedule

23 June - 2 July 2023

Thursday - Saturday:
Depart 6:00 pm & Return 11:30 pm

Summer Tour Schedule

(1 May - 22 June) & (3 July - 30 September 2023)

Thursday - Saturday:
Depart 6:00 pm & Return 11:30 pm

Recommended Attire

We recommend dressing in comfortable and warm attire suitable for the cold desert nights.
Comfortable shoes, jacket/windbreaker/polar fleece.

Key Information

3-4 hour experience with expert guide
Stargazing & traditional dinner
Expert explanation of the stars and constellations
Transportation from Winter Park to Gharameel and back

Entrance Policy

If driving, park free of charge in the designated areas
Upon completing entrance formalities, transfer arrangements will be made
Late arrival may result in missing your trip

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