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The Naka Stargazing Event
The Naka Stargazing Event
It defines our path and brings balance to our lives. Seeking to go back to the proverbial source. Naka Lodge offers reconnection, rejuvenation, and recalibration. It brings one back to earth, making us aware of the in-between spaces and interconnected places that create a relationship between the land, the people, and the sky.
This harmony is written in the stars,
teaching us to be human again.
At Naka, our stargazing experience is an opportunity to disconnect from the world, and reconnect with the land and the spaces between. Standing under the African night sky, gazing at Canopus, the glowing star we were named after, you’ll feel a profound connection to the space between the stars and Earth. Here, as the constellations come alive, our celestial guide will unveil the secrets of the night sky, weaving tales of cosmic wonder. Through telescopes and photography, you’ll not only have the rare chance to observe the night sky away from the city’s blinding lights, but you’ll experience the universe whispering its mysteries in your ear as you delve into the depths of self-discovery. And through this experience of reconnecting with the land, you’ll discover that the true essence of what it means to be human is to be shaped by nature.
Per-night Full Board Luxury Accommodation at Naka Lodge in either a 4-sleeper family unit or a 2-sleeper luxury suite (minimum 2-night stay).
2 morning game drives, complete with tea, coffee, and light snacks, as well as one afternoon drive with sundowners and bush snacks.
As night falls, the wild reveals another side.1 Night Sky Safari hosted by the renowned Ben Coley in the Bush.
1 Sky Safari hosted by our resident stargazer
Join our resident stargazer for an unforgettable Night Sky Safari, hosted in the heart of the bush. Surrounded by silence and starlight, you'll explore the cosmos above with expert guidance and storytelling that brings the universe to life.
This is more than a safari it’s a journey through space and silence, where nature and night meet.
Ben Coley is a 15-year veteran of the guiding industry in South Africa and has always harboured a great fascination with the stars, the wonders of the cosmos, and their influences on the natural world. This has culminated in his authoring a brand-new Astronomy qualification for field guides, as well as founding his Astro-Tourism company, Celestial Events SA. Ben specialises in ‘Night Sky Safaris’ for the tourism industry, that offer a unique insight into the cultural history of the heavens, as well as out of this world views of distant worlds and other celestial phenomena.
