Overpriced Star Lecture - Not a True Stargazing Experience
We were really looking forward to this stargazing tour, but unfortunately, it did not live up to expectations—especially for the $684 price tag for two (including one high-resolution photo upgrade).
James, who seemed very pleasant and knowledgeable, was relegated to handing out stale candy, hot chocolate, and taking pictures, as the main presentation was handled by Dylan Reader. While Dylan was certainly informed, his attempt to mix astronomy with bad stand-up comedy felt forced and detracted from the experience. Instead of an immersive stargazing adventure, we got a long cosmic lecture with no hands-on viewing.
Yes, we saw some deep space images through a picture on a phone, but for this price, we expected more hands-on viewing, telescope use, and a truly awe-inspiring night under the stars. Instead, it felt more like a scripted science class with cringey jokes rather than looking through telescopes and seeing celestial objects like planets, nebulae, and galaxies in real-time.
If you're looking for a true celestial experience, this is not worth the cost. For a fraction of the price (or even free), you could stargaze on your own with better results. 🌌🔭👎
Ответ от хоста
Mar 2025
Aloha,
Mahalo for sharing your feedback. We’re really sorry to hear the tour didn’t meet your expectations. We put a lot of heart into creating an unforgettable night under the stars, so it’s tough to hear when someone leaves feeling disappointed.
We try to make our tours a mix of science, storytelling, and fun, but we get that not everyone vibes with the same style. Your thoughts on the balance between the presentation and actual telescope time are super helpful, and we’re taking them seriously as we look at ways to improve the experience.
As for the price, we know it’s an investment, and we always want our guests to feel like they’re getting something truly special. The cost includes use of a 6 inch astrograph telescope, astrophotography of each of the guests with the Milky Way Galaxy in the background, expert guides, and access to a location far from other tourists. If it didn’t feel worth it to you, that’s something we need to look at.
We really appreciate you coming out with us, and we’d love the chance to make it up to you. If you’re open to it, reach out to us, we’d be happy to see what we can do. Either way, we hope your next stargazing adventure is everything you’re looking for.
Wishing you clear skies and epic nights.