
UPCOMING TOUR PROGRAMS
Dark Sky Traveller offers a unique and personalised approach to exploration, with each tour designed to highlight the scientific marvels and natural beauty of the destination. Founded by Marnie Ogg in 2006, the company specialises in bespoke journeys tailored not only to the scientific significance of each location but also to the desires and interests of the group.
What sets Dark Sky Traveller apart is its focus on the unexpected. Each tour allows for spontaneous moments of discovery—whether it’s an impromptu visit to a hidden observatory or a chance encounter with local scientists. These unplanned experiences often become the most memorable highlights, offering travellers the opportunity to engage with their surroundings in a deeper, more meaningful way.
Marnie’s ethos emphasises working with local operators, supporting small suppliers, and getting off the beaten track to explore scientific institutions and secluded natural sites. Each trip fosters a sense of connection not just to the destination but to fellow travelers, turning shared adventures into lasting memories.
"We may start together as strangers, but we leave closer than family, having shared experiences no one else will ever truly understand."

Mon, 03 MayDark Sky Festival Lord Howe Island 2027Enjoy the Dark Sky Festival on Lord Howe Island with a celebration of science, nature, and some of the the darkest night skies in Aus. Explore unique ecosystems with local guides, enjoy thought-provoking sessions like Science in the Pub, and experience the wonder of a sub tropical reef.
Sun, 09 MayDark Sky Festival Lord Howe Island 2027Join us for a journey to Lord Howe Island for a celebration of science, nature, and some of the the darkest night skies in Aus. Explore unique ecosystems with local guides, enjoy thought-provoking sessions like Science in the Pub, and experience the wonder of a sub tropical reef.
Thu, 15 JulyEdinburghThis journey moves slowly across islands and empires, from prehistoric Hebridean shores under dark unpolluted skies. Along the way, discover ancient astronomy, craggy waterways and vast wildlife sanctuaries.
Sat, 24 JulyGlasgowCeltic Traditions to Celestial Shadows is a rare journey through landscape, culture and sky — from the windswept shores of Scotland’s Outer Hebrides to the sunlit Rock of Gibraltar, culminating in the unforgettable Total Solar Eclipse of 2027.