11 Astrotourism Destinations for Stargazers and Dreamers

5. Serengeti, Tanzania: Savanna Skies and Telescope Nights

The Serengeti’s wide-open plains offer dark horizons that make the night sky feel expansive. Several safari camps now include astronomy nights, setting up telescopes after game drives so guests can switch from wildlife watching to star watching in a single day. The absence of nearby urban light sources means bright Milky Way arches and easy identification of planets and bright deep-sky objects during clear evenings. Combine daytime game viewing with evenings led by an astronomer or knowledgeable guide who can point out star patterns and seasonal highlights. Many camps provide comfortable viewing settings, sometimes accompanied by hot beverages and local storytelling which adds cultural context. Practical logistics follow typical safari planning: international flights into Kilimanjaro or Serengeti-region airstrips, and lodge transfers arranged by operators. For photographers, the wide Serengeti horizon allows sweeping landscape-plus-sky compositions, especially during dry-season months when skies are most transparent.