Activities, Camps and After School Classes in Virgin, UT

Space education is more than memorizing planets or knowing which star is which—it’s about understanding our place in a vast, incredible universe. It sparks curiosity, encourages exploration, and invites people to ask questions. At Dark Skies Astronomy Tours, education is at the heart of everything we do. Sure, we love the “wow” moments when someone sees Saturn’s rings for the first time—but we also love when a guest leaves knowing how to find the North Star, explain what a nebula is, or share a constellation’s myth with a friend. We believe everyone should feel empowered to look up and understand what they’re seeing. Our tours are designed to be as informative as they are inspiring, blending hands-on telescope viewing with storytelling, sky lore, and the science behind the stars. Whether you're a kid with big dreams, an adult reigniting childhood curiosity, or just someone who loves learning new things, we’re here to guide you through the cosmos, one constellation at a time.

We only take out private trips to give our guests the experience they imagined. We take pride in getting all of our clients to the top of a climb. We will also change the location if it means giving you a better expereince. Our guides will get in contact with you the day before your trip to make sure you're both on the same page, and know what to expect. If you are looking for more of a challenge or less just let them know. They will request your email at the end of the trip to send you pictures of your whole experience.

Discover the night sky at one of the darkest locations near Zion National Park on a cozy stargazing tour. We start around a campfire while your eyes adjust. Every guest gets a telescoping roasting stick and their own bag of s'mores. Then you settle into a reclining NEMO Stargazer chair with a cozy blanket, so you can take in the whole sky without craning your neck. Your guide traces the constellations with a laser, shares the stories behind them, and shows you planets, star clusters and deep-sky objects through an 8-inch telescope. We finish with photos under the stars. This 1.5 to 2 hour experience is perfect for small or large groups. - Roast s'mores around a campfire with your own s'mores bag and roasting stick - Relax in a reclining NEMO Stargazer chair with a cozy blanket - See deep-sky objects through a telescope - Learn about constellations and planets from an expert guide