DATES
2025
August - limited Spots
September - SOLD OUT
2026
April - Available
May - Available
Australian Outback: Multi Night Astrophotography Journey
Step off the beaten track and into the vast, starlit silence of the Australian Outback. Join award-winning astrophotographer William Godward for an unforgettable 4-night, 5-day expedition through the remote heart of South Australia — where salt lakes shimmer, the red desert glows, and the night sky comes alive in a way few ever experience.
This immersive journey includes visiting the incredible Lake Gairdner salt lake, home to Speed Week, a scenic open-door flight over Wilpena Pound, guided location scouting in the majestic Flinders Ranges, and hands-on instruction in capturing nightscapes under the darkest skies on Earth.
William Godward is a former two-time Australian Olympian turned award-winning nightscape astrophotographer based in South Australia. With over 25 years of experience capturing the night sky, he is recognised as the leading expert and top choice for astrophotography tours in South Australia, trusted for his deep knowledge of both iconic and remote dark-sky locations. His breathtaking high-definition, multi-layer panoramas feature the Milky Way, celestial events, and astronomical wonders across Australia’s rugged landscapes. William’s work has been featured by NASA, Australian Geographic, and major news outlets, and he has collaborated with international space agencies to showcase the southern skies. Driven by a passion to help others connect personally with the night sky, William continues to inspire with images that capture the awe and majesty of the universe.
You’ll receive personalised mentoring from a master astrophotographer — learning the technical and creative skills needed to photograph the Milky Way, star trails, Timelapses and more.
But that’s not all. Each night, you’ll take part in guided astronomy tours, with access to a large telescope offering jaw-dropping views of nebulae, star clusters, and galaxies in the southern night sky — sights most people never get to see with their own eyes.
✨ This exclusive workshop is proudly supported by Sky-Watcher Australia, giving participants a unique opportunity to try the latest advancements in star tracker technology. You’ll have hands-on access to cutting-edge gear that can elevate your astro images to new levels of precision and detail — ideal for deep-sky, Milky Way, and tracked landscape astrophotography.
You will:
•Master night photography settings, gear, and advanced astro techniques
•Scout and compose unforgettable astro-landscapes in iconic outback locations
•Experience the Milky Way like never before - learn how to find astronomical objects
•Understand the correct use of smartphone applications to support and plan
•Learn from experts who live and breathe the night sky
•Master your editing skills in Lightroom and Photoshop
📅 Duration: 4 nights / 5 days
📍 Location: Flinders Ranges, Gawler Ranges, Lake Gairdner, and the remote South Australian outback
🛩️ Includes: 9 Nightscape imaging sessions, 4+ hours of In-depth post-editing sessions, Open-door scenic flight over Wilpena Pound, Telescope viewing, Astronomy Tours
🔭 Also Includes Sightseeing, Bird Watching, Night sky astronomy tours, Star Trackers.
🚗 Transport: Pick and drop off at Adelaide Airport - 4WD Tour Vehicle (3 passengers per car, everyone has a window )
🛌 Accommodation: Everyone will have their own private room with an ensuite. Allowing for much-needed rest to fuel before each night’s adventure.
🥙 Meals: 10x meals are included, Dinners, Lunches and Breakfasts
🛜 Internet: High-speed Starlink internet access is provided during the workshop.
🛍️ Welcome gift: Valued at $250.
🎓 Skill Level: Beginner to advanced
🏃 FITNESS: Minimal fitness level required—most locations within close distance to car.
🎒 Limited spaces available - minimum 2, maximum 3
This is more than a photography tour — it’s a reconnection with the universe. A chance to learn, explore, and create a lifetime memory.
Slow down. Look up. Discover the night sky as it was meant to be seen.
There is a non-refundable deposit of $1000 to secure your place.
Full payment is due 60 days before the workshop's departure date.
Optional to discuss self-driving options, please contact to discuss further., ( 4WD only )
✅ Godward Photography / Dark Sky Tours is a certified South Australian Tour Company that is fully approved to conduct guided tours across the unique and remote regions of South Australia.
We operate with full respect for Traditional Owners and private
landholders, ensuring all access, permits, legal permissions, and safety
protocols are correctly followed.
Why it matters: ✅ Always ensure your chosen tour company is
appropriately certified and approved to conduct tours in the selected
areas. This will help you avoid legal issues and fines and ensure a safe,
professional experience.
DATES
2025
August - limited Spots
September - SOLD OUT
2026
April - Available
May - Available
Australian Outback: Multi Night Astrophotography Journey
Step off the beaten track and into the vast, starlit silence of the Australian Outback. Join award-winning astrophotographer William Godward for an unforgettable 4-night, 5-day expedition through the remote heart of South Australia — where salt lakes shimmer, the red desert glows, and the night sky comes alive in a way few ever experience.
This immersive journey includes visiting the incredible Lake Gairdner salt lake, home to Speed Week, a scenic open-door flight over Wilpena Pound, guided location scouting in the majestic Flinders Ranges, and hands-on instruction in capturing nightscapes under the darkest skies on Earth.
William Godward is a former two-time Australian Olympian turned award-winning nightscape astrophotographer based in South Australia. With over 25 years of experience capturing the night sky, he is recognised as the leading expert and top choice for astrophotography tours in South Australia, trusted for his deep knowledge of both iconic and remote dark-sky locations. His breathtaking high-definition, multi-layer panoramas feature the Milky Way, celestial events, and astronomical wonders across Australia’s rugged landscapes. William’s work has been featured by NASA, Australian Geographic, and major news outlets, and he has collaborated with international space agencies to showcase the southern skies. Driven by a passion to help others connect personally with the night sky, William continues to inspire with images that capture the awe and majesty of the universe.
You’ll receive personalised mentoring from a master astrophotographer — learning the technical and creative skills needed to photograph the Milky Way, star trails, Timelapses and more.
But that’s not all. Each night, you’ll take part in guided astronomy tours, with access to a large telescope offering jaw-dropping views of nebulae, star clusters, and galaxies in the southern night sky — sights most people never get to see with their own eyes.
✨ This exclusive workshop is proudly supported by Sky-Watcher Australia, giving participants a unique opportunity to try the latest advancements in star tracker technology. You’ll have hands-on access to cutting-edge gear that can elevate your astro images to new levels of precision and detail — ideal for deep-sky, Milky Way, and tracked landscape astrophotography.
You will:
•Master night photography settings, gear, and advanced astro techniques
•Scout and compose unforgettable astro-landscapes in iconic outback locations
•Experience the Milky Way like never before - learn how to find astronomical objects
•Understand the correct use of smartphone applications to support and plan
•Learn from experts who live and breathe the night sky
•Master your editing skills in Lightroom and Photoshop
📅 Duration: 4 nights / 5 days
📍 Location: Flinders Ranges, Gawler Ranges, Lake Gairdner, and the remote South Australian outback
🛩️ Includes: 9 Nightscape imaging sessions, 4+ hours of In-depth post-editing sessions, Open-door scenic flight over Wilpena Pound, Telescope viewing, Astronomy Tours
🔭 Also Includes Sightseeing, Bird Watching, Night sky astronomy tours, Star Trackers.
🚗 Transport: Pick and drop off at Adelaide Airport - 4WD Tour Vehicle (3 passengers per car, everyone has a window )
🛌 Accommodation: Everyone will have their own private room with an ensuite. Allowing for much-needed rest to fuel before each night’s adventure.
🥙 Meals: 10x meals are included, Dinners, Lunches and Breakfasts
🛜 Internet: High-speed Starlink internet access is provided during the workshop.
🛍️ Welcome gift: Valued at $250.
🎓 Skill Level: Beginner to advanced
🏃 FITNESS: Minimal fitness level required—most locations within close distance to car.
🎒 Limited spaces available - minimum 2, maximum 3
This is more than a photography tour — it’s a reconnection with the universe. A chance to learn, explore, and create a lifetime memory.
Slow down. Look up. Discover the night sky as it was meant to be seen.
There is a non-refundable deposit of $1000 to secure your place.
Full payment is due 60 days before the workshop's departure date.
Optional to discuss self-driving options, please contact to discuss further., ( 4WD only )
✅ Godward Photography / Dark Sky Tours is a certified South Australian Tour Company that is fully approved to conduct guided tours across the unique and remote regions of South Australia.
We operate with full respect for Traditional Owners and private
landholders, ensuring all access, permits, legal permissions, and safety
protocols are correctly followed.
Why it matters: ✅ Always ensure your chosen tour company is
appropriately certified and approved to conduct tours in the selected
areas. This will help you avoid legal issues and fines and ensure a safe,
professional experience.
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