Stargazing with Vic's Telescopes @ Kloof Rus

Celebrate the New Year by Experiencing the Magic of the Universe with Vic's Telescopes!

Escape the city’s hustle and bustle and immerse yourself in the breathtaking dark skies at Kloof Rus, near Muldersdrift. Nestled in wide-open plains with not a single building in sight, this serene location offers the perfect recipe for an unforgettable outdoor adventure. No hiking is needed - simply drive up to our observation spot via a short dirt road (no 4x4 required).

Through powerful telescopes you'll observe the majesty of the moon and even get a chance to take a pic of it with your phone through the telescope! You'll also get to observe the rings around Saturn and the clouds on Jupiter, as well as constellations, double-stars, asterisms and star clusters.

Bring your favorite food and drinks, settle in under the stars, and let the soothing sounds of nature surround you. You might even hear the majestic roar of lions from the nearby Rhino & Lion Reserve, adding a wild touch to this celestial evening.

Your guide, Vicus Cruywagen - a passionate telescope maker and avid observer of the night sky - will kick off the night with a fascinating talk about the universe and the wonders you’ll observe. Then, you’ll have the rare opportunity to view these celestial marvels through high-powered telescopes.

Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime event. Gather your friends and family, and let’s explore the universe together!

On the menu:

> The moon - through a telescope it's unlike anything you've seen...

> Saturn - you'll even see its rings!

> Jupiter - you'll see the gas clouds/bands on the planet!

> Constellations

> Asterisms

> Double Stars

> Star Clusters

Dates: 2 January 2026

Time: 7:30pm

Tickets: R180pp

Event Attendance & Guidelines

Please arrive at least 15 minutes before starting time.

* Light Etiquette: Avoid white lights to preserve night vision; use red lights instead. An easy option is wrapping a torch in several layers of red cellophane, secured by an elastic band.

* Weather and Clothing: We'll be outdoors, so dress warm.

* Insect Protection: During summer, mosquito repellent is recommended.

* Food and Seating: You may bring your own snacks and drinks - there are no restaurants. Bring a camping chair along - picnic blankets are also welcome.

* Ticket Policy: Tickets are non-refundable. If the weather doesn’t cooperate and we need to postpone, your ticket(s) can be moved to any other general public stargazing event of your choice within the year (subject to space, as each event has limited capacity).