Where2Go by MakeMyTrip • 15 Apr 2025

Top 8 Destinations for Night Camping and Stargazing

Atacama Desert, Chile

One of the driest places on Earth, the Atacama Desert offers crystal-clear skies and minimal light pollution, making it a dream for stargazers and campers.

Jasper National Park, Canada

A designated Dark Sky Preserve in Canada, Jasper’s pristine wilderness offers breathtaking views of the Milky Way, meteor showers and even the northern lights.

Wadi Rum, Jordan

Famously known as the "Valley of the Moon," Wadi Rum’s vast desert landscape and clear night skies make for an unforgettable camping and stargazing experience.

Aoraki Mackenzie, New Zealand

This popular International Dark Sky Reserve offers some of the best stargazing experiences in the Southern Hemisphere, with breathtaking views of the Magellanic Clouds.

Spiti Valley, India

At high altitudes with clear, pollution-free skies, Spiti Valley offers some of the most stunning night views of the Milky Way and countless constellations.

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Mauna Kea, Hawaii

This famous volcanic peak offers one of the world’s clearest night skies, attracting travellers, astronomers and stargazers for its surreal celestial views.

Jaisalmer, India

The Thar Desert’s open skies, golden dunes and minimal light pollution provide a magical setting for stargazing in Jaisalmer while camping under the stars.

Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia

Enjoy night camping on the world’s largest salt flat under a vast, star-filled sky as it creates an ethereal experience, especially during the wet season’s mirror effect.

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