Stargazing : Lunar Ray Systems Safari – Moon & Night Sky Exploration near Pune & Mumbai

Dates: Saturday, January 31 – Sunday, February 1, 2026
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Location: Nisargshala, Sahyadris near Pune

Explore the Moon’s brilliant ray systems and fresh craters during the First Quarter phase at our Lunar Ray Systems Safari. Perfect lighting along the terminator highlights dramatic rays, central peaks, and young craters—ideal for detailed lunar observation and photography.

🌕 What You’ll See

Moon Features (Telescopes / Binoculars)

• Tycho Crater and its spectacular ray system

• Copernicus Crater with prominent rays

• Young craters and central peaks along the lunar surface

• Crater rays extending across the Moon’s highlands

With Unaided Eyes / Binoculars

• Constellations Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Hydra

• Bright stars and clusters visible in early evening

Deep Sky Objects

• Beehive Cluster (M44)

• M67 open cluster

• Prominent Leo galaxies

🌠 Why Join Lunar Ray Systems Safari?

• Observe the Moon’s ray systems and fresh craters at First Quarter phase

• Guided telescope and binocular sessions for lunar and night sky exploration

• Learn constellation spotting and lunar photography techniques

• Safe, eco-friendly campsite near Pune & Mumbai

• Ideal for families, students, and astronomy enthusiasts

📍 Event Details

• Check-in: 4:00 PM, Saturday, Jan 31

• Check-out: 6:00 AM, Sunday, Feb 1

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

✅ What to Bring

• Warm clothing for January evenings

• Torch with red filter (to preserve night vision)

• Binoculars / telescope (optional – shared scopes provided)

• Personal essentials & refillable water bottle