What to Expect

✨ Welcome to the Cosmos

We typically start our programs about 30 minutes after sunset. This gives us time to set up in daylight, welcome guests at dusk, and start the show as the first stars appear. Custom start times at reasonable hours are always an option—just ask.  No we will not commence your star party at 5am.

Dress for comfort. Even in summer, it can cool off after dark—but usually the low is still in the 70s.  Bring water no matter the season!

Your program begins with an easy early-evening target. We’ll get everyone oriented and looking skyward.

Find your 170° zero-gravity recliner. On your tray table: personal Nikon binoculars and a red light for the night. Then, the laser-guided constellation tour begins.

🪐 The Guided Experience

Your astronomer will adapt to your curiosity—mythology, space missions, science deep-dives, or “what’s that one called?” If the Moon is bright, you might hear about Neil's Contingency Sample, or the first golf ball hit in space.

Whatever the path, you’ll leave with a deeper understanding of the cosmos and a greater appreciation for Earth.

🔭 Telescope Time

While we’re stargazing together, the SeeStar S50 astrophotography rig is silently capturing images of the same target the main telescope is tracking.

We use the CPC 1100, the finest mobile telescope on the market.  Anything bigger and we can't carry it.  With 11" of aperture and a 2800mm focal length, you'll have to go to McDonald Observatory for better views.  

Comparing what your eyeball sees through the telescope to what the camera has stacked for extended time is one of the highlights. We’ll rotate through planets, star clusters, and nebulae, sharing facts and stories as we go.

⏱ Program Length

Most tours run about two hours.

Shortest so far? “You showed my kids Saturn. They’re cold and tired. That was amazing. Thanks!” — less than an hour.

Longest? A wedding group of 40 people. Everyone had a blast, and I made it home before sunrise.

We’ll meet your group where they’re at.

🗣 Reviews & Feedback

If you had a great time, please leave us a great review—we’re a new company and every bit of love helps.

If something didn’t go as expected, tell us directly so we can make it right.

Astro Mucho brings the cosmos to you—then we leave. 🌌

🤝 Communication

Our photographer Zach will guide you through the entire process — from the first conversation about what you’re looking for, to the delivery of your final images.

🏠 Pre-Shoot Walkthrough

Before the shoot, Zach will meet with you (or your agent) at the property to scout the best locations, set expectations, and learn important details — even small things like which light switch controls which fixtures.

📷 During the Shoot

You don’t need to be present, though you’re always welcome to join and watch the process. We’ll capture the angles, lighting, and sky conditions that show your property in its best light — whether that’s sunset glow or the Milky Way arching overhead.

💻 Editing & Processing

Afterwards, Zach uses professional hardware and software to bring out the full potential of each image. On average, he invests about two hours of editing time per final photograph to ensure it meets our quality standards.

⏱️ Delivery

Your final gallery is delivered digitally within 72 hours of the shoot — fully edited, ready for Airbnb, Instagram, or your personal marketing.