Stargazing Masterclasses

Alila Jabal Akhdar is hosting guest astronomer Mike Dalley as he hosts stargazing masterclasses leading up to and during the peak of the Geminid meteor shower. Caused by Asteroid 3200 Phaethon, the Geminids is unique in nature as the only meteor shower not to originate from a comet. With one shooting star streaming across the sky nearly every 30 seconds, guests will be able to witness the complex celestial phenomenon. At Alila Jabal Akhdar, perched 2,000 metres above sea level in the Al Hajar Mountains. Masterclasses from today until December 16, best viewing dates are December 14 and 15. Call +968 25344200