Starscapes announces a rare and immersive Total Lunar Eclipse experience set amidst the lush tea estates of Assam, offering participants a front-row seat to one of nature’s most spectacular celestial events. Scheduled from February 28 to March 4, 2026, the five-day, four-night experience blends guided eclipse viewing, stargazing, wildlife safaris, and cultural exploration in and around Kaziranga National Park.
Timed around the Total Lunar Eclipse night on March 3rd, the experience allows guests to observe the Moon as it passes completely into Earth’s shadow. Participants will be guided by Starscapes’ expert astronomers through each phase of the eclipse using professional telescopes and binoculars, along with live explanations, cultural folklore, and eclipse photography assistance.
The five-day experience begins in Kaziranga, where participants are immersed in Assam’s rich natural landscapes with time to unwind in serene surroundings and guided jeep or elephant safaris at Kaziranga National Park, home to the iconic one-horned rhinoceros and diverse wildlife. The journey then moves to Majuli, the world’s largest river island, offering a deeper cultural immersion through visits to Vaishnavite monasteries, interactions with local communities, traditional mask-making, and birdwatching across its wetlands and riverbanks. The itinerary also features a visit to a nearby tea garden, where guests engage with local tea growers and learn about traditional tea-making practices bringing together wildlife, culture, and regional experiences as part of the broader astro-tourism programme
Beyond the eclipse, the itinerary is designed as a holistic nature-and-cosmos retreat. Guests will stay at nature resorts or heritage tea bungalows, explore sprawling tea gardens, attend astronomy talks and enjoy guided stargazing sessions featuring planets, deep-sky objects, constellation storytelling, and astrophotography basics.
Speaking on the event, Ramashish Ray, Founder, Starscapes, said, “A total lunar eclipse is not just an astronomical event; it’s a powerful reminder of our connection to the universe. Hosting this experience in Assam, with its dark skies, biodiversity, and cultural depth, allows us to create an unforgettable blend of science, storytelling, and slow travel.”
