There is more to the African night sky that meets the eye. This October, two special events will give stargazers even more reason to look up and enjoy the wonders above at Samburu Sopa Lodge.

4th October | Saturn at Opposition

On 4th October, Saturn takes centre stage as Earth passes between the Sun and Saturn. This makes the planet appear brighter and easier to spot throughout the night, from around 19:00 to 04:00 EAT. While Saturn can be seen with the naked eye, a telescope offers an even better view, revealing its famous rings.

21st October | Orionid Meteor Shower

Later in the month, the sky will put on another show with the Orionid Meteor Shower. Earth will pass through dust and debris left behind by Comet Halley. As these tiny particles burn up in our atmosphere, they create bright streaks of light across the sky, commonly known as the shooting stars. The best time to watch will be between 23:00 and 05:00 EAT.

For guests at Samburu Sopa Lodge, October offers two special opportunities to experience the night sky; from catching a glimpse of Saturn’s rings through a telescope to watching shooting stars streak across the darkness. Mark your calendars and do not miss these celestial highlights.