Peak Night: Night of May 5 – May 6, 2026
Location: Nisargshala, Sahyadris near Pune

Catch the spectacular Eta Aquariids meteor shower during our Comet Chasers Expedition weekend camp. Radiating from the constellation Aquarius, this early May show offers up to 30 fast meteors per hour with some leaving persistent glowing trails—ideal for pre-dawn observers and astrophotography enthusiasts.

🌠 What You’ll See

With Unaided Eyes

• Meteors radiating from Aquarius

• Up to 30 meteors per hour, very swift

• Best viewed facing east-southeast during pre-dawn hours

With Binoculars

• Wide-field views for additional stars

• Track meteor afterglow and faint trails

With Telescopes

• Planetary views of Jupiter and Mars before sunrise

• Observations of deep-sky objects (DSOs) visible in early morning

🌌 Why Join Comet Chasers Expedition?

• Witness one of the fastest, most brilliant meteor showers of the year

• Expert guidance on meteor tracking, constellation spotting, and astrophotography

• Safe, eco-friendly overnight camping near Pune & Mumbai

• Perfect for families, students, and astronomy enthusiasts

• Combine pre-dawn meteor watching with camping and nature exploration

📍 Event Details

• Check-in: 4:00 PM, Saturday, May 9

• Check-out: 6:00 AM, Sunday, May 10

• Inclusions: Evening snacks, veg dinner, overnight tent stay, early morning tea

✅ What to Bring

• Warm clothing for pre-dawn observation

• Torch with red filter (to preserve night vision)

• Binoculars / telescope (optional – shared scopes provided)

• Personal essentials & refillable water bottle