Frequently Asked Questions — Stargazing Events near Mumbai

All events are held at Bhandardara, Maharashtra — approximately 165 km from Mumbai, a 3.5 to 4 hour drive. Bhandardara has minimal light pollution and is one of the best dark-sky locations near Mumbai.

No experience is needed. All Infinite.AU events are beginner-friendly. Our astronomers guide you through constellation identification, telescope operation, and everything else on the night.

Yes. Our events are family-oriented and designed for all ages. Children aged 8 and above will love the telescope viewing and constellation stories. Younger children are welcome at parents' discretion.

Ticket prices vary per event and are listed in ₹ (Indian Rupees) on our Events page. Visit infiniteau.in/events for current pricing and availability.

Guided stargazing with expert astronomers, telescope viewing sessions with 6 professional telescopes, astronomy talk and constellation tour, overnight stay at the campsite, campfire, astrophotography guidance, and morning breakfast. Exact inclusions are listed on each event page.

Warm clothing (it gets cold after midnight even in winter), comfortable walking shoes, a water bottle, a camera or phone for astrophotography, and a sense of wonder. A complete packing list is sent with your booking confirmation.

Bhandardara is approximately 165 km from Mumbai — about 3.5 to 4 hours by road via the Mumbai-Nashik Highway (NH3). Most guests self-drive or arrange shared transport. Detailed travel instructions are sent after booking.

We monitor weather conditions closely and communicate with all registered participants in advance. Please review our cancellation and refund policy at /refund-policy for details on weather-related changes.

We keep group sizes small to ensure a personal experience with the telescopes and our astronomers. The exact capacity is shown on each event listing. Events sell out quickly after announcement.

Yes. All events are held at established campsites in Bhandardara. Our team has 9+ years of experience running overnight stargazing events in Maharashtra. We've hosted over 1,500 guests safely.

Yes. We offer custom astronomy sessions for schools, colleges, and corporate teams — from evening lectures to full overnight events. Contact us at connect@infiniteau.in or WhatsApp +91 8799392974 for a quote.

We bring 6 professional telescopes: Voyager (6-inch Newtonian), Juno (5-inch Reflector), Cassini (8-inch Dobsonian), Rohini (Meade 114mm TableTop), Sagittarius (12-inch Dobsonian), and the Seestar S50 (ZWO smart telescope). Each is operated by a trained astronomer.