Host your rig at ZuluAlpha
- Bortle-1 skies
- ~270 clear nights/yr
- 1 381 ha private site
- Sutherland, South Africa
- US-based? Our night = your afternoon. No more all-nighters.
How it works
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Reserve
Pick a tier, pay the refundable deposit, and lock your slot.
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Ship or source
Send your gear or let us help build a turnkey rig that fits your tier.
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Install & test
We mount, cable, polar align, and verify full remote control.
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Image remotely
Log in and capture every clear night under Bortle-1 southern skies.
Pricing
Full plan breakdown & discounts.
Pier sizing
Will your rig fit? Measure & choose.
Compact
Smart scopes.
Small
60–80 mm APO / 5″ SCT.
Standard
100–120 mm APO / 8″–10″ SCT.
Heavy
10″–12″ RC/Newt.
Add-ons
Extras, pier-cam, custom power/network.
The Site
Dark skies, power & network.
FAQs
Common questions answered.
Operate your own instrument under truly dark, southern skies — without building an observatory at home. At ZuluAlpha, each client gets a dedicated pier in a secure roll-off-roof facility near Sutherland. Power, high-speed network, and basic maintenance are included so you can focus on the data. Choose a pier that fits your rig (from compact smart scopes to heavy astrographs), compare prices, and reserve a spot.
Why ZuluAlpha:
- Bortle-1 skies, ~270 clear nights/year.
- Secure, monitored facility with automated weather protection.
- 24/7 remote access; month-to-month flexibility.
- Optional add-ons: advanced support, pier camera, more.
For more information or a customised quote, please contact us
We are happy to discuss your specific needs – whether it’s verifying if your equipment will fit the Mini pier or planning a complete new imaging system. At ZuluAlpha, our mission is to make remote astrophotography and satellite observing accessible, affordable, and worry-free. Join us in exploring the universe from one of the best skies on the planet – at a fraction of the usual cost. Clear skies await! 🚀