Stargazing in Sedona: 13 Nights Under Red Rock

1.Sedona Stargazing Tours LLC

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 881 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $89Our pick

Meet near Oak Creek for a 75-minute private stargazing session with astronomers such as Wes, Dave, or Richard. Use GPS-guided telescopes to view planets, galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters, then scan the sky with wide-view binoculars from a comfortable chair. Blankets and parkas are provided in cold weather.

“Great experience! Guides are so knowledgeable and shared so much info as they queued up the telescopes to show us amazing detail in the sky. We went in December- pack your layers!!”

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2.The Original Sedona UFO and Stargazing Night Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 269 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $155

Follow your guide from central Sedona to three night-sky locations near Fay Canyon, Cultural Park Place, and Crystal Magic. Shay leads the roughly 1-hour-45-minute experience with UFO stories, constellation viewing, and upgraded military night vision goggles. You drive your own car, share one goggle per two adults, and should wear sturdy closed-toe shoes.

“It was eye opening. The Tour Guide is excellent and very knowledgeable. Really had a great time ....though I think i was looking up for too long and had a bit of a neck strain (hahaha)”

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3.The Night Sky Star Story, Galaxy, and Sedona Story Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 243 reviews · 2 hours 5 minutes (approx.) · from $100

Meet guide Chad at 77 Cultural Park Place for a two-hour Sedona night-sky lesson built around Greek mythology, local Indigenous star traditions, and big-picture astronomy. You will use your own eyes rather than a telescope, with a laser pointer, planisphere, Play-Doh Milky Way, chairs, blankets, and hand warmers helping you follow the sky.

“It was a beautiful clear night after the clouds moved out. Our tour guide was very informative and funny. This was My 1st visit to Sedona. I would definitely recommend this tour.”

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4.Nighttime UFO & Stargazing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 148 reviews · 1 hour · from $160

Spend one hour after sunset scanning Sedona’s sky through 3rd-generation military night vision goggles. Your English-speaking guide, often Tom, points out stars, satellites, shooting stars, aircraft, and unexplained lights while sharing UFO stories and Sedona lore. Groups are limited to four, but meeting times and locations change, so wait for the provider’s text.

“Great time!saw a lot of awesome things and the guide was very knowledgeable. Thanks so much! 10/10!”

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5.Sedona Dark Sky Sunset & Night Hike With a Private Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 86 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $185Top rated

Join a private guide such as Brett, Conner, Connor, or David for a customized Sedona sunset and night hike. You’ll get transport, headlamps, trekking poles, snacks, water, and thermal or night vision cameras while exploring red rock views, desert plants, wildlife, and star-filled skies.

“I had no idea as to what to expect on a nightly tour. My three sisters and I decided to embark on an adventure to Sedona, AZ and this tour seemed to be an adventurous one, and it did not disappoint us! We experienced the beautiful rays of the sun setting over the top of the red rock peaks until it set behind them. The smell of various fragrances from the surrounding plants of sage, juniper, pine, rosemary, tree barks, even the red rock sand had a scent. Feeling different textures of plant leaves and tree barks was an experience. All of this occurring as we ascended the mountainous range.…”

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6.Sedona UFO/Stargazing Tour (price per goggle not per person)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 47 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $160

Meet guide Tom at 1105 Airport Road for a one-hour Sedona sky watch using one 3rd Gen night vision goggle per person. You will look for stars, satellites, planets, shooting stars, and unexplained moving objects. The group is limited to four, but the setting is a roadside parking lot, not a remote desert overlook.

“We thought we'd be lucky to see 1 UFO (unidentified flying object) instead we saw more than we could count. The night sky is alive!”

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7.Stargazing Tour with Telescopes and Video Astronomy in Sedona

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $125

Chris and Kim lead a small-group stargazing session outside Sedona, using large-aperture telescopes, a laser, and astronomy cameras that stream live views of galaxies, nebulae, planets, and star clusters to a 4K OLED screen. You can also look through the scopes and save favorite images afterward.

“Really cool experience. Chris and his help were so knowledgeable and you could really tell the passion they have for the celestial world, the galaxies, and beyond. His knowledge was much more in-depth than I was expecting. Im so glad we did this experience and would recommend it to anyone looking for a more scientific experience. The photos with description were really appreciated! So cool!!”

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8.Sunset Sedona Sacred Places -gourmet picnic dinner and stargazing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 4 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $250

Spend 4 to 8 hours with Benny of Earth Tours visiting the Chapel of the Holy Cross, Sedona Airport Overlook, Oak Creek Canyon, and West Fork Trail. Your private outing can be shaped around sightseeing, hiking, sacred places, sunset, a made-to-order picnic, and stargazing. Pickup may be arranged.

“Benny is not only knowledgeable but a kind soul who enjoys what he does! The tour we experienced was incredible especially having guided mediation with Benny, Such an amazing experience. He really personalized the tour for us. If your looking for a guide to show you the best of Sedona, go with Benny!!”

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9.PRIVATE Sedona Jeep Tour 4X4 Stargazing Tour at Night

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 11 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $219

Take a private two-hour Jeep tour from 2900 W State Rte 89A and head into Sedona’s red rock country after dark. Your guide may be Maverick, Kym, or Daniel, each bringing local stories and astronomy to the evening. Expect a bumpy 4x4 ride, wide-open views, and a dark-sky stop, weather permitting.

“Maverick was a great guide! While we didn't get to see many stars due to the Super full moon, he made the trip memorable and fun! He provided us with a lot of interesting commentary about the area as well as made sure we were comfortable with the ride! We thoroughly enjoyed our adventure and Maverick!”

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10.Stargazing Tour with Telescopes and Video Astronomy

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 9 reviews · 1h 30m · from $125

Meet astronomer Chris at a dark-sky site within 30 minutes of Uptown Sedona. In 90 minutes, you’ll trace constellations with a laser, view the Moon and planets through large telescopes, and watch live 4K images of faint galaxies and nebulae. Bring warm clothes and arrange your own ride home.

“Chris was very informative and fun to listen to. Never had access to a telescope before and this was a great first experience.”

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11.Private Stargazing Tour with a Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 8 reviews · 2 hours · from $199

Ride with a local guide from west Sedona into the Seven Canyons area for two hours of night views, red-rock formations, and stargazing far from city lights. Guides such as Harry, Maverick, Scott, and Nate have led guests through the area, sharing facts about stars, wildlife, plants, and Sedona’s rock formations.

“My daughter and I were here on vacation from NY and we loved this tour. Harry was just an amazing tour guide. It was an easy smooth ride and he showed us the Milky Way and gave us the name of the stars we were looking at. He was very thorough and easy to talk too. I highly recommend Harry and this stargazing tour!”

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12.Sedona Night Hike and Stargazing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $195

Join a private four-hour evening hike in Sedona with hotel, resort, campground, or vacation rental pickup. Your guide, including highly praised guide Ty, leads you from sunset into dark-sky stargazing, using a laser pointer to explain constellations and a UV flashlight to find glowing scorpions. Water, snacks, headlamps, and a Red Rock Pass are included.

“Amazing experience. Ty was so knowledgeable, friendly and accommodating. The sights on the tour are incredible and worth every penny! Our elementary aged kids had a blast, as did the adults.”

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13.Sedona Night Hike and Stargazing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 4 hours

Join guide Ty for a private four-hour night hike near Sedona. Ride by van to Doe Mountain, watch the red rocks fade at sunset, identify stars and planets, and use UV lights to find blue-green scorpions. The pace is supportive, the route changes with the season and moon, and snacks and transportation are included.

“Ty is awesome. We took our 4 young boys on this Hike. Ty was super knowledgeable, patient when are youngest started having a tantrum and had everything we needed for a great hike. Our boys learned a lot and had a great time. Highly recommend.”

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