Starscapes is your platform for an integrated astronomy experience. And the Starscapes Observatory is the primary base for this experience. Welcome to the first chain of astronomy observatories in India.
Each Starscapes observatory is hand-picked for its sky low light pollution, high altitude, and a community that takes the night seriously.
Where it all began
Founded in 2015 as India's first private observatory. Panoramic Himalayan vistas, including a 300-km view of the snow-capped Trishul, Nanda Devi and Panchachuli peaks.
Closer to the stars
The highest of our Kumaon outposts. Thin alpine air, jet-black skies, and the lowest sky-glow in the chain making faint deep-sky objects strikingly visible to the eye.
Wildlife meets the cosmos
At the edge of Jim Corbett National Park. Just a short drive from Delhi NCR pair a tiger safari by day with a galaxy chase by night. Perfect for a weekend getaway.
South India's stargate
Set in the cardamom-fragrant hills of Karnataka. See constellations the Himalayas can't the Magellanic Clouds, the southern Milky Way, Crux and Centaurus all rise here.
More than just a telescope every Starscapes evening is a guided story of the night sky.
Observe the Moon's craters, Saturn's rings, Jupiter's moons, and faint galaxies through state-of-the-art telescopes.
Daytime observation of the Sun through specialised H-alpha filters see sunspots, prominences, and flares safely.
Capture the Milky Way and deep-sky objects with guidance from experienced astrophotographers.
Learn to identify constellations, planets, and read the celestial sphere like a navigator of old.
Expert hosts who don't just point at stars they tell you the science, the myth, and the cosmos behind each one.
On-site accommodation at most observatories wake up to mountain mornings and sleep under cosmic nights.
"We had a wonderful experience at Starscapes Mukteshwar Observatory. The celestial show was amazing and very informative. Mr. Tushar was extremely helpful and knowledgeable he explained everything so clearly about the stars, planets, and constellations. During the live observation, he guided us patiently and made sure we understood what we were seeing through the telescope. It was a truly magical experience under the dark sky, and we learned so much! Highly recommended for anyone visiting Mukteshwar"
"A must visit when in Mukteshwar. For anyone who appreciates nature and the true beauty of the night sky, they must visit this place. The best views of the stars and constellations are on cold moonless nights. However every experience will be great in itself. You will witness something which you have never ever seen in cities, and will never see in future.Thanks to the team who gave us the wonderful experience at this place."
"⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I recently visited the observatory at Kausani and it was a truly wonderful experience. Mr. Tushar and Mr. Puranji were extremely helpful and made the visit very engaging. I want to specially appreciate Mr. Tushar for the amazing sky show. He started explaining and his explanations were clear, patient, and made the entire experience memorable. The session was both educational and enjoyable. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Kausani and interested in astronomy.."
"It was a wonderful experience to gaze stars and planets with utmost accuracy.....Starscapes has a fine setup to give such an amazing view.If you are visiting Kausani...this star gazing is must to complete your trip.Thank you Tushar and team🤝"
"My visit to the Stargate Observatory in Kausani wasn't just a tourist activity; it was a profound and humbling experience that left me in awe of the universe. And the single biggest reason for that was our guide, Stargate ObservatoryIf you're imagining a routine telescope viewing, think again. Stargate Observatory transforms it into a magical, educational, and deeply personal journey. He doesn't just show you planets and stars; he tells you their stories.."
"Took my parents (60+) here. The team made sure they were comfortable, no jargon, just stories. Mom hasn't stopped telling people about the time she 'saw a galaxy'."
