The Magic Of Planet Earth & Cosmos

Organised by Star Dust Astronomy Club 🔭
in collaboration with Ikigai Farms 🌿

📍 Location: Ikigai Farms, Darur Mandal, Vikarabad — a 25-acre natural wonderland
🗓️ Starting from October 24th | Every Friday & Saturday thereafter
🎪 Event Type: Astronomy & Agro-Experience Night Camping
🚨 Limited Slots: Only 30 participants per batch!
💰 Cost: ₹2200 per adult | ₹1200 per child (7–12 years)

🕓 4:00 PM – Arrival & Tent Setup ⛺
Arrive at the campsite, complete your registration, and settle into your cozy tents.
Each tent includes a fan, camping light, and charging point. Semi-village-style seating with chairs and tables adds to the rustic comfort.

☕ 5:00 PM – Evening Tea & Onion Pakodas
Savour freshly made onion pakodas served hot with a cup of tea — the perfect countryside combo.

🌿 5:30 PM – Farm & Nature Activities
Immerse yourself in a hands-on nature experience:

• Play cricket, volleyball, and badminton amidst lush greenery — relive your 90s childhood moments. 
• Explore agricultural fun like earthworm farming, cow dung cake making, scarecrow building, and traditional well exploration. 
• Visit the 150-year-old rock house. 
• Spot birds with binoculars — a delight for children. 
• End the evening with a serene sunset at the Lake View Point, surrounded by golden reflections on the water. 

👉 All activities take place under the grand tamarind tree, beautifully decorated with warm lights, led by a B.Sc. Agriculture graduate for an authentic village vibe.

🔭 7:00 PM – Stargazing & Astronomy Session 🌠
Head back to the campsite as the telescopes are set up for an exciting evening under the stars.
Learn about the universe and how telescopes work, then observe the Moon, Saturn, Jupiter, and Venus through powerful instruments.

🌍 Special Highlight: If conditions permit, you’ll witness the International Space Station (ISS) gliding across the sky!

✨ Special Segment: Enjoy a dedicated astronomy session by an expert from the Star Dust Astronomy Club — covering constellations, cosmic wonders, and interactive Q&A sessions to deepen your understanding of the night sky.

Telescopes You’ll Explore With:

• 120/900 PI Matrix Refractor 
• GSO 254/1250 Dobsonian (10-inch) 
• GSO 304/1520 Dobsonian (12-inch)
   

🍽️ 8:30 PM – Dinner Under the Stars 🍛
Relish a traditional dinner served village-style, including:
White rice, Masala rice, Dal curry, Sambar, Veg curry, Chicken curry, Papad, Sweet, and Curd.
Meals are served on vistaraku leaves with water from earthen pots — promoting sustainability.
♻️ All kitchen waste is composted to teach children about eco-friendly living.

🎬 9:00 PM – Campfire, Cosmic Talks & Documentary Screening 🪐🔥
Gather around the campfire for cosmic stories, space documentaries, and soulful conversations under the stars.
Enjoy freshly roasted sweet corn served hot as you chat beneath the night sky.

🎶 10:00 PM – Musical Night & Video Projection 🌠
Unwind with 30 minutes of pleasant Hollywood and Bollywood music, accompanied by an open-air video projection — the perfect blend of starlight, melodies, and relaxation.

🌙 11:30 PM – Sleep Under the Stars
Settle into your tents for a peaceful night’s sleep.
✨ Our team will gently wake you if any rare celestial event graces the sky.

⏰ 6:00 AM – Wake-Up Call & Freshen Up

🌅 7:00 AM – Morning Adventures
Start your morning with refreshing and fun-filled activities:

• Take a peaceful walk through the serene farm. 
• Feed friendly animals — cows, rabbits, and Indian dogs. 
• Go cycling around the farm trails.
• Try kayaking (with safety jackets and supervision).
   

🍳 9:00 AM – Breakfast, Solar Observation & Pottery ☀️🔍
Enjoy a wholesome breakfast of Idly, Upma, and Banana.
Safely observe the Sun through a solar telescope.
Join a pottery-making session inside a traditional mud house — craft your own clay creation and take it home as a keepsake!

📸 10:00 AM – Tent Pack-Up & Group Photo
Gather under the tamarind tree for a lovely group photo and share your camp stories.

👋 10:30 AM – Departure to Anantagiri Hills Viewpoint
Bid farewell to your fellow explorers and head to the scenic Anantagiri Hills, carrying unforgettable memories of nature, stars, and serenity.