Basic Photo Workshop
Do you want to learn how to take astronomical photos? Capturing the starry sky or the Milky Way above one of Tenerife’s fantastic views? Then this is the tour for you! All you need is your camera, a flashlight and a good tripod.
Teide National Park
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Tour description
More and more often we see ultra-sharp and detailed photographs of galaxies and nebulae, maybe taken by the Hubble telescope, and therefore it seems impossible to take a beautiful astronomical photograph from the ground with a simple tripod and a camera, but it is not so! With the right technique it is possible! Even if you are not an expert photographer, you can get incredibly spectacular images of the sky, because the sky is a still subject (or almost) and therefore by applying the right actions and settings and with a little final processing the result will be exceptional.
It is a tour for groups of 1 to 4 people who will learn how to shoot manually, how to manage the times, the amount of shots, the ISO and the aperture, some basic notions will be given on how to orient yourself in the sky and which objects are suitable for this type of photography, you will also learn how to best incorporate the sky in a frame that also includes the panorama.
It is necessary to arrive with your own camera, possibly with interchangeable optics, a pair of bright lenses and a sturdy tripod, the guide will also provide a small star tracker and will explain in detail how to use it and what are the advantages of this tool.
In turn, you will perform longer poses for less visible objects. We advise you to use cameras with interchangeable lenses with a fairly large sensor, preferably full frame or apsc, and at least a couple of lenses, a wide angle and a standard, the best results will be obtained approximately with 10/12 mm and 35/55 mm for apsc or 14 / 16mm and 50/85mm for full frame, all possibly f2.8 or maximum f4, even a 100mm with astro tracker is suitable. It is also necessary to have a basic knowledge of your camera and of the setting menu.
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Where it takes place
There are many places in Tenerife where it is possible take this type of photographs, some of the most spectacular are: The Teide National Park, Masca valley, El faro de Punta de Teno, Punta del Fronton, Zapato la Reina and many others, the exact location may also vary depending on the time of year, on the weather that is very variable and on the type of objects you want to shoot, you will be informed 6 hours in advance about the exact place where the tour will take place, or if you already know the island you can decide for yourself the location and we will be there!
Duration
The duration is from 4 to 6 hours depending on the number of people, starting just before sunset.
ATTENTION to photograph the deep sky there must be no full moon, so the tour can be booked only 4/5 days before and after the new moon, for exact dates consult the calendar.
Condition
Reservation must be received 12 hours before the tour start time. For booking requests after the deadline, please contact us.
We remind you to keep your mobile phone switched on for last minute communications. Maximum punctuality is required, we strongly recommend that you arrive at the meeting point at least 15/20 minutes before the communicated time. If you arrive late you can miss the tour, often the final location is far from the meeting point and to reach it you have to do some walking routes that sometimes take 30/45 minutes. It is not necessary to print the ticket (just show it to the guide from your mobile phone). If you do not receive the ticket by e-mail few minutes after the purchase, please check your spam folder or consult our FAQ section.
Transport
We do not offer or organize any transportation services. It is necessary move with your own car or taxi to the place of observation.
Available languages
The tour is available in Spanish, English and Italian.
Safety
The observation takes place in the open air. At night the temperature can drop considerably in the park at over 2200 meters, so there is a substantial thermal shock respect to the coastal areas. Normally in summer it reaches even 7/8 degrees celsius (44/46 ° F), while in winter it arrives even around zero (30/32 ° F). It is necessary to wear warm clothing, better with a hood for the head, trousers, long socks and closed shoes. Blankets are eventually provided. The telescope is a reflector and is 2 meters high, the eyepiece is located in the upper part differently from the amateur lens telescopes, so in some conditions, when the instrument is almost vertical, it will be necessary use a small staircase of 3 steps (slightly illuminated) that will be at your disposal. Pay further attention to the type of shoes to wear in order to avoid slipping, the staircase is robust and has a support for the hands, our guide will offer further help to people who will need it. In this pandemic period, each participant will have to wear his own mask and keep a safe distance from other people, hand sanitizer gel will be provided and the telescope will be disinfected before and during each tour.
Cancellation Policy
The Company reserves the right to modify the conditions for carrying out the activity for reasons beyond its control or for events of force majeure.
The amount paid at the time of booking is considered a refundable deposit and does not constitute consideration for the service until the tour is effectively carried out.
This amount will be fully refunded in the event of cancellation by the customer notified at least 24 hours prior to the tour date, as well as in the event of cancellation by the organizer due to weather or organizational reasons
MODIFICATIONS OR CANCELLATIONS BY THE COMPANY:
The observation can be suspended due to meteorological reasons (clouds, rain, strong wind, etc.), or in the unlikely event that the minimum number of 4 people is not reached at the deadline. In these cases we will contact you as soon as possible (we recommend checking your e-mail and mobile phone on the afternoon of the observation). We will offer an alternative date (subject to availability) or a full refund.
MODIFICATIONS OR CANCELLATIONS BY THE CUSTOMER:
The customer can request (subject to availability) to change his reservation (for example, change of date, number of participants, etc.) at no additional cost, up to 48 hours before the start of the tour. After the deadline, the changes requested by the customer will not be accepted. In addition, the customer can cancel his reservation at a charge of 10%, up to 48 hours before the start of the tour. Once the deadline has expired, cancellations will not be refunded. To cancel or modify the reservation (within the deadline) the customer must send us in writing (exclusively by e-mail) the date of the tour, the reservation number, his name and the telephone indicated during registration, specifying if he wishes cancel the ticket, change the date or number of people, or other. In the event of changes in the reservation (both by the customer and the Company), the same cancellation policy described above will be applied: the customer can request to change his reservation up to 48 hours before the new date set for the tour. After the deadline, the changes requested by the customer will not be accepted. Also, the customer can cancel his reservation at a charge of 10% , up to 48 hours before the new date set for the tour. Once the deadline has expired, cancellations will not be refunded. By booking this tour and paying the corresponding amount, you confirm that you have read and accepted our cancellation policy.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Refunds will be made EXCLUSIVELY with the same payment method. (by credit card or PayPal): Refunds will be issued within 7 working days.
Temporarily suspended
The Basic Photo Workshop is temporarily suspended. Leave your contact to receive updates and future availability.
Prices
1 person - € 125
Discount applicable for groups of 2 to 4 people
Words from Our Travelers
Overall rating
4.9 / 5
based on 290 reviews
1000% would recommend. Alessandro was absolutely amazing in explaining everything and giving us the best time of our lifes. He had a lot of knowledge on the topic and gave us (a small group of 10 people) a lot of time to check everything out through the telescope. Afterwards we got all the pictures of what we saw, and one of ourselves with the Milky Way in the background. On our way we saw a lot of commercial tours with a lot of busses filled with people who all had to share 3 small telescopes, while we pretty much had a private tour and a gigantic telescope to look through (which was also way bigger than the telescopes from the commercial tours). It was a 3h experience which was not boring at any point. Absolutely amazing value for the amount paid.
«Alessandro is very professional, and thoughtful. Thank you for the warm tea☕️! We took a knowledgeable and immersive stargazing tour. It was truly memorable. We viewed nebulas & galaxies which were visible this season, in November 2025. And Saturn🪐, along with its four major “moons”!»
