Beach Stargazing with an Astronomer in Jervis Bay

Explore Jervis Bay's night sky on a shared, beginner-friendly astronomy experience. Join an astronomer for a blend of science and storytelling, with time to ask questions about what you see overhead.

• Learn to navigate using the stars and identify the Milky Way, satellites and space stations when visible
• Discover ancient constellations and the stories different cultures tell about them
• Look through a telescope to explore celestial objects visible at that time of year

Itinerary

1. Meet at Moona Moona Beach playground in Huskisson for departure at 17:30.
2. Explore the night sky with 1 hour 30 minutes of laser-guided, naked-eye astronomy at sunset on Nelsons Beach at Plantation Point Reserve, accompanied by the sound of waves.
3. Finish at Plantation Point Reserve at 19:00.

What's Included

• Telescope and astronomy binocular viewing
• Digital night photography souvenir

Important details

• All ages and experience levels are welcome. Children aged 0–3 join free; ages 15+ use the adult rate
• This activity is not wheelchair- or stroller-accessible
• Alcohol and cigarettes are prohibited. If you appear intoxicated, you may be refused participation without a refund
• The experience does not run in overcast conditions
• Closed Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
• Arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled start. Late arrivals and no-shows are not refunded