Zion: Stargazing Tour with Telescopes, Loungers & Hot Drinks

Stargaze in zion on cozy loungers with telescopes and guides

You’ll settle into your own Yogibo lounger as twilight fades over Zion, sipping hot drinks while expert guides point out galaxies and planets through powerful telescopes and binoculars. Expect laughter, quiet awe, and real stories beneath one of Utah’s darkest skies: a night that lingers long after you leave.

Step-by-step itinerary

Evening stargazing at Zion National Park

• Walk 10 minutes to dark sky location
• Settle into Yogibo pods
• Use binoculars to view night sky
• Attend 2-hour astronomy program
• View celestial objects through telescopes
• Enjoy hot beverages provided

The experience

"That's Saturn right there," our guide said, green laser cutting through the dark just above Zion. I was still settling into this weirdly comfy Yogibo lounger, like a bean bag but better, when the sky started to shift from deep blue to full-on black. The air felt cooler than I expected for June, and someone nearby unwrapped a blanket with that soft rustle you only notice when everything else is quiet. You could hear a coyote way off if you listened hard enough. It’s funny. I thought stargazing would be all silence, but people kept whispering little wows or laughing when they spotted something new through the Celestron binoculars.

Our astronomy guide, Jamie (who grew up just outside Springdale), had this way of making constellations feel like old friends. She told us stories about Orion and pointed out a fuzzy patch that turned out to be a galaxy: can’t remember which one now, but it looked unreal through the telescope. I tried to line up Jupiter myself and nearly knocked over my hot chocolate (which was honestly perfect on that chilly night). The smell of coffee mixed with desert sage carried over from somewhere behind us. Jamie answered every random question, someone even asked about UFOs, and never made anyone feel dumb. That part stuck with me.

I didn’t expect lying in a field near Zion at night would make me feel so small and so lucky at the same time. There’s something about sharing that kind of darkness, real darkness, with strangers who start feeling like friends after two hours under those stars. When we walked back toward the parking lot, my shoes were damp from the grass and I kept glancing up, hoping for just one more shooting star. Still think about that view sometimes.

What’s included

Your evening includes use of powerful telescopes and astro-binoculars, your own Yogibo lounger with a blanket for comfort under the stars, plus unlimited hot beverages like coffee or hot chocolate: all guided by local astronomy experts near Zion’s dark sky area.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 19:15 and 19:30

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Youth (under 13)

GroupUp to 18

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.Operator's directions: “Tours begin on private property across the street from the Lambs Knoll entrance off Kolob Terrace Road. Look for our sign, turn in, and park in the designated area on the left. Our guides will meet you at your vehicle.”

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (under 13).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How long does the Zion stargazing tour last?

The stargazing program lasts about 2 hours plus a short 10-minute walk to the site.

Are telescopes provided during the stargazing tour?

Yes, each guest uses state-of-the-art telescopes and Celestron Outland X binoculars.

Is transportation included for this stargazing tour?

No hotel pickup. Guests receive directions to the site after booking.

Are hot drinks included during the experience?

Yes, hot chocolate, coffee, and tea are provided for all guests.

Where exactly does the stargazing take place near Zion?

The event is held on a field adjacent to Zion’s International Dark Sky area.

Do I need to bring my own blanket or chair?

No need: Yogibo loungers and blankets are provided for comfort during the tour.