Stargazing at The Maropeng Hotel:”Journey to the Moon”

Join Vincent Nettmann, Maropeng’s resident astronomer, as he presents this popular illustrated talk. Using his scale model Apollo 11 rocket, he demonstrates how NASA made the first successful journey to the Moon’s surface. “We have lift-off”, “the Eagle has landed”, “That’s one small step for man”. What are the difficulties of human lunar exploration? How were they overcome? Did man really go to the Moon? What about the conspiracy theories?

The slightly shorter than usual dinner talk is followed by a 25 minute video featuring the best of the original NASA film clips. This event is really about “Rocket Science”! Weather permitting, there will be an opportunity to do some large aperture telescope viewing afterwards. Please remember to dress warmly and bring your own binoculars.

Please note the event caters for adults only, commences with welcome drinks at at The Maropeng Boutique Hotel and includes the stargazing presentation and set menu. 

For more information phone 014 577 9000 or visit www.maropeng.co.za and click on shop.