Astronomer-led Stargazing Tours

San Luis Valley, Colorado

The Kosmos Experience

Explore the cosmos at Kosmos, Colorado's first DarkSky Approved Lodging property — Bortle Class 2 skies with almost no light pollution, guided by a certified Kosmos astronomer. High-tech telescopes, binoculars, zero-gravity chairs, and unforgettable photos to take home.

The fun doesn't stop after your Dark Sky Tour. The sky is the limit with our established Kosmos Community of passionate stargazers, early Kosmos founders, and other fans of the project.

A Kosmos Stargazer membership comes included with any booking - keep learning at a distance with our astronomers and meet people that share the same passions!

What sets Kosmos Stargazing Resort apart is our stewardship for Dark Sky conservation and deep-rooted devotion to deliver our guests an experience that is unforgettable, educational, awe-inspiring, healing, and relaxing — by allowing you to disconnect from daily life, leaving you no choice but to connect with nature and bond with your friends or loved ones.

Guided Sky Tour
Red-lit dome telescope viewing
$89PER PERSON
60-minute guided session
Beginner-friendly telescope viewing
Constellation & star identification
Printed Picture to take home! (4 x 6)
Kosmos Stargazer (1 Year) Subscription
Astronomy Enthusiast
Two Celestron telescopes at dusk
$159PER PERSON
Everything in the Guided Sky Tour, plus:
“Beginners Guide to Astronomy” Book
Dark Sky Stargazer Certificate
Printed Picture to take home! (17 x 11)
Reserved ZERO GRAVITY chair & Binoculars.
Follow-Up via Zoom with Astronomer!
Private Stargazing
Milky Way over the dome at night
$229PER PERSON
Everything in Enthusiast Package, plus:
30 Min Personalized Itinerary
Dedicated astronomer guide
Kosmos Blanket
Dark Sky Stargazer Certificate signed!
Photoshoot of you and the Milky Way!
$100 Gift Certificate for Villas or Events
Continued support on your stargazing journey — email us anytime with questions.

Why Kosmos for Dark Sky Viewing

Colorado's first DarkSky Approved Lodging property, in one of the darkest places left on the map.

Bortle Class 2
Bortle Class 2 Skies
DarkSky Approved
DarkSky Approved Lodging
Dark Sky Viewing
30 Min from Great Sand Dunes
Astrophotography
Astronomer-Led, Every Clear Night

From Our Guests' Cameras

Every shot below was taken right here at Kosmos, under our Bortle Class 2 skies.

M51 Whirlpool Galaxy, shot at Kosmos by Mark Cunningham
M51 Whirlpool Galaxy
M13 Hercules Cluster, shot at Kosmos by Mark Cunningham
M13 Hercules Cluster
M20 Trifid Nebula, shot at Kosmos by Mark Cunningham
M20 Trifid Nebula
NGC 7000 North American Nebula, shot at Kosmos by Mark Cunningham
NGC 7000 North American Nebula
M8 Lagoon Nebula, shot at Kosmos by Mark Cunningham
M8 Lagoon Nebula
M101 Pinwheel Galaxy, shot at Kosmos by Mark Cunningham
M101 Pinwheel Galaxy
Meteor through the dome window at Kosmos
Meteor Through the Dome Window
Red meteor over the Kosmos dome
Red Meteor Over the Dome
Milky Way through the dome window at Kosmos
Milky Way Through the Dome
Moon over the Kosmos dome
Moon Over the Dome

What's Included

Modern Telescopes
Modern Telescopes
Celestron Origin & 10" Dobsonian telescopes for an up-close look at the cosmos.
Zero-gravity chairs and binoculars
Zero-Gravity Chairs & Binoculars
Recline comfortably with Celestron binoculars in hand.
Dome access, snacks and drinks
Dome Access, Snacks & Drinks
Stay warm and fueled inside the heated clear dome.
Red head lamp provided
Red Head Lamp Provided
Low-impact red lighting to maintain night vision.
Kosmos Stargazer VIP Membership
Kosmos Stargazer (VIP) Membership
Included with every booking — keep exploring with our community.

Please Bring

Warm Clothing
Warm Clothing
Layered Attire
Layered Attire
Blankets
Blankets, etc.
Guided Stargazing Tour with Astronomer (Group Session)

The Kosmos Experience

Explore the cosmos at Kosmos, Colorado's first DarkSky Approved Lodging property — Bortle Class 2 skies with almost no light pollution, guided by a certified Kosmos astronomer. High-tech telescopes, binoculars, zero-gravity chairs, and unforgettable photos to take home.

The fun doesn't stop after your Dark Sky Tour. The sky is the limit with our established Kosmos Community of passionate stargazers, early Kosmos founders, and other fans of the project.

A Kosmos Stargazer membership comes included with any booking - keep learning at a distance with our astronomers and meet people that share the same passions!

What sets Kosmos Stargazing Resort apart is our stewardship for Dark Sky conservation and deep-rooted devotion to deliver our guests an experience that is unforgettable, educational, awe-inspiring, healing, and relaxing — by allowing you to disconnect from daily life, leaving you no choice but to connect with nature and bond with your friends or loved ones.

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"So Kosmos Stargazing Resort & Spa hosted a Stargazing Party for Louis tonight!!! How Cool!!!???!!! The CEO was there, the architect, the director of Astronomy, a NASA Astrophysicist from Goddard Space Center, local recreational astronomers Bryan and Cris! It was amazing!!! Louis walked away with some amazing gifts too!!! Y'all…. This place is world class!"

— Elliot LeNormand

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"I stayed two nights, 10/28 & 29/2025. As stated in previous reviews, this is an amazingly different place and perfect for stargazing! The vision is a good one."
Peggy Mcclarren, 2025
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"Our experience at Kosmos Stargazing was absolutely unforgettable. The accommodation was very comfortable, and perfectly designed for stargazing. We were amazed at how quickly we got hooked - the views were breathtaking, and the experience was truly magical."
Debbie Swiger, April 2025
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“We had a blast last night at the Stargazing Event. It was great fun to get to see so many different telescopes under such a beautiful dark sky.”
Mitchell Lubbers, April 2025
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