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- VIP pickup from one destination in Murray River Lakes & Coorong, Adelaide Hills, Barossa or Adelaide. Others available, please check.
- Luxury travel in The Entertainer Touring Vehicle complete with music DVD and karaoke, mini bar, surround sound & club leather seating.
- All venues, tastings fees and lunch / dinner is at customers own expense.
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Adelaidetravellers16
11 Oct 2026
We drove from Adelaide on a Saturday for the Dark Skies tour. It is an enjoyable day trip out to Mannum and while we were returning to Adelaide late it was a quick and enjoyable trip.
We got confirmation that the viewing would proceed that night.
The drive through the Adelaide Hills was beautiful. We stopped at the Big Rocking Horse Toy factory and had a picnic lunch. The motor museum is also along the way.
Arriving in Mannum about an hour earlier for the 16:30hr tour pickup.
To fill in the time we sat on the beautiful banks of the Murray with a drink at the Pretoria Hotel.
Kelly picked us up in her comfortable mini bus and we went for a cruise along the Murray. It was one of the highlights of the tour. The boat captain’s (apologies, I can’t recall his name) commentary was informative but not intrusive and clearly showed his love and knowledge of the river.
After the boat cruise Kelly took us via some sight seeing stops and a delicious bbq at Walker Flats to the Dark Skies site. The viewing seating options are very good- lay back chairs and bathtubs. My elderly mother was very comfortable. The weather conditions were good so we saw many constellations, Saturn, Mars and the moon in detail. Expert commentary was provided.
Kelly is a warm and attentive host. Telling stories about the history and the community and creating a warm inviting atmosphere, throughout the tour.
We highly recommend the Dark Skies tour.
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BillyBris
04 Oct 2026
Kel who drove us around was well imformed and interesting with all of her
knowledge of the area. We had a fairly large group and she seemed to know everyone by name and made everyone feel comfortable. Included in the evening was a sunset tour on the river and it was beautiful, Levi our captain was also very interesting and showed us lots of wildlife and interesting facts as we cruised along.
After our cruise we had a bbq at Walker Flat Riverfront store, which was delicous and there was plenty of it!
We then went on to the 'dark sky reserve' and were spoilt with a beautiful clear night and saw so many stars with the help of a couple of very knowledgeable guides. Whilst we were busy stargazing Kel got busy and made everyone hot milos and they were served up with 'milky way' and 'mars bar' chockies.
After a couple of hours we were taken back to Mannum feeling greatful for such a wonderful experience.
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audreyhaylock
20 Sep 2026
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Cassandra
19 Jul 2026
We booked this experience as a birthday surprise while travelling around Australia, and it exceeded our expectations.
From the very beginning, the communication was fantastic from Kelly. Our host was incredibly attentive, keeping us updated with messages and even taking photos throughout the evening so we could simply enjoy the experience. It was clear how much thought, time and passion had gone into planning every part of the tour. Seeing her and her husband work together made it feel even more personal and welcoming.
The dinner was delicious with plenty of options to cater for different preferences, the Murray River cruise was peaceful and full of fascinating facts thanks to our knowledgeable guide, and the stargazing itself was simply incredible. Seeing the night sky in one of the darkest places in the world was something we’ll never forget and stargazing from bathtubs definitely wasn’t something we ever expected to have on our bucket list but wow it should be on everyone’s!
Everyone we met throughout the evening was so friendly and genuinely passionate about what they do. As visitors from Ireland, it was a real treat to experience such a unique part of South Australia in such a welcoming way.
If you’re considering this tour, do it. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience and one we’ll be talking about for years to come!
Thank you so much to Kelly ❤️
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Ellé
19 Jul 2026
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jack
19 Jul 2026
Stargazing with all the beautiful trimmings!
Have wanted to do this for a while and what better timing to bring my city nephews visiting from Hong Kong for a night out.
We joined the Friday's by the Fire - BBQ and Astronomy Session. A limited time event which made it the more exciting. Prior to going, we were given a link of detailed preparation with a video joining instruction which was very professionally done. The road to Ted's was excellent and easy to find.
Thinking the BBQ dinner was just a nice itinerary filler - then how wrong was I! The arrangment was gorgeous with the food prepared by a chef ! Lamb with honey sausage, Lamp chops and Pork chops were done to perfection! It was good enough to be a stand alone event! I would choose eating at Ted's over any commercial eateries. Thank you Jade for your gourmet culminary skills!
The stargazing was brilliant and breathtaking! Even on a less than clear wintery night. We could appreciate under the massive canvas of stars and milky way. And it was really and utterly pitch dark! The session was conducted by expert commentary by Joe who was thorough, patient and engaging. Seeing stars through his very expensive toy was just awesome!
Overall, the efforts that went into the organisation was tremendous and Kelly did it with so much enthusiasms and enjoyment which made us all felt so well treated. Not to mention the hot milo whilst stargazing in the dark was such a beautiful touch of your service.
Cant wait to bring my next visitors over!
Have wanted to do this for a while and what better timing to bring my city nephews visiting from Hong Kong for a night out.
We joined the Friday's by the Fire - BBQ and Astronomy Session. A limited time event which made it the more exciting. Prior to going, we were given a link of detailed preparation with a video joining instruction which was very professionally done. The road to Ted's was excellent and easy to find.
Thinking the BBQ dinner was just a nice itinerary filler - then how wrong was I! The arrangment was gorgeous with the food prepared by a chef ! Lamb with honey sausage, Lamp chops and Pork chops were done to perfection! It was good enough to be a stand alone event! I would choose eating at Ted's over any commercial eateries. Thank you Jade for your gourmet culminary skills!
The stargazing was brilliant and breathtaking! Even on a less than clear wintery night. We could appreciate under the massive canvas of stars and milky way. And it was really and utterly pitch dark! The session was conducted by expert commentary by Joe who was thorough, patient and engaging. Seeing stars through his very expensive toy was just awesome!
Overall, the efforts that went into the organisation was tremendous and Kelly did it with so much enthusiasms and enjoyment which made us all felt so well treated. Not to mention the hot milo whilst stargazing in the dark was such a beautiful touch of your service.
Cant wait to bring my next visitors over!
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cecilia
12 Jul 2026
Joined the Friday's by the Fire - BBQ dinner and Astronomy Session
Have wanted to do this for a while and what better timing to bring my city nephews visiting from Hong Kong for a night out.
We joined the Friday's by the Fire - BBQ and Astronomy Session. A limited time event which made it the more exciting. Prior to going, we were given a link of detailed preparation with a video joining instruction which was very professionally done. The road to Ted's was excellent and easy to find.
Thinking the BBQ dinner was just a nice itinerary filler - then how wrong was I! The arrangment was gorgeous with the food prepared by a chef ! Lamb with honey sausage, Lamp chops and Pork chops were done to perfection! It was good enough to be a stand alone event! I would choose eating at Ted's over any commercial eateries. Thank you Jade for your gourmet culminary skills!
The stargazing was brilliant and breathtaking! Even on a less than clear wintery night. We could appreciate under the massive canvas of stars and milky way. And it was really and utterly pitch dark! The session was conducted by expert commentary by Joe who was thorough, patient and engaging. Seeing stars through his very expensive toy was just awesome!
Overall, the efforts that went into the organisation was tremendous and Kelly did it with so much enthusiasms and enjoyment which made us all felt so well treated. Not to mention the hot milo whilst stargazing in the dark was such a beautiful touch of your service.
Cant wait to bring my next visitors over
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cecilia
12 Jul 2026
We did the Dark Sky Gold Stars tour and it was absolutely incredible. Kelly was an amazing host and made us feel comfortable and entertained. Would 100% recommend this tour to anyone who loves the night sky. Kelly was informative and we learned so much about the area. I absolutely love her sense of community and her kind nature
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Owner Response - 2026-06-30
Thank you for your positive energy on the night to switch off from your normal world, and to celebrate another lap around the sun. It's an honour to represent the collaboration in our community and for you to take away learnings of the fabric of our society. Thankyou for your kind words Tarsha, and we welcome you to visit again!
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Tarsha
09 Jun 2026
The Juggle House experience was marvellous. Kel was a mine of information, a pleasant and caring guide and a wonderful driver. Her driving was smooth and comfortable all tour. Many thanks for a great experience. Jenny
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Owner Response - 2026-06-27
Thankyou for taking the time to share your feeling from the Highlights of the Murray tour here Jenny. It's terrific to know you felt safe and comfortable and learnt more about the River from the road. Sending best wishes for your onward travel.
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Jenny
08 Jun 2026
A fantastic experience and something a bit special along the Murray.
The sunset cruise was a real highlight, peaceful, beautifully paced and with thoughtful commentary that helped you feel connected to the river and surrounds.
The dark sky experience was just as impressive. Once your eyes adjust, the night sky really comes alive. The guide made it easy to understand and engaging, and looking through the telescope was incredible.
A magical evening overall. Highly recommend.
The sunset cruise was a real highlight, peaceful, beautifully paced and with thoughtful commentary that helped you feel connected to the river and surrounds.
The dark sky experience was just as impressive. Once your eyes adjust, the night sky really comes alive. The guide made it easy to understand and engaging, and looking through the telescope was incredible.
A magical evening overall. Highly recommend.
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Owner Response - 2026-06-30
Thank you so much for your considered review here Jo. We're thrilled that both the sunset cruise and astronomy session made a lasting impression. The Murray River truly is a special place, and we're passionate about connecting our guests with its beauty, history and magical skies. Fantastic to know the content of the evening, telescope viewing and peaceful atmosphere helped create a memorable and magical evening for you. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and welcoming you here anytime.
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Joanne
30 Apr 2026
The afternoon started with crossing the Murray River by ferry, which was a great way to begin. From there, we meandered along the river with really engaging and informative commentary. It didn’t feel rushed at all, just relaxed and easy, with plenty to take in along the way.
The sunset cruise was a highlight. It was peaceful and beautifully done, with thoughtful commentary that added to the experience. Being so close to the river made you feel properly connected to the landscape, which was really special.
Dinner was a classic Aussie pub meal, simple but enjoyable, and a nice way to break up the evening before heading into the dark sky experience.
The dark sky component was fascinating. Once your eyes adjust, it’s incredible how much more you can see. The guide’s commentary about the night sky was engaging and easy to follow, and getting the chance to look through the telescope was genuinely mind-blowing.
Overall, this was a magical experience. Relaxed, informative and really well put together. Definitely one I’d recommend to friends.
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Joanne
29 Apr 2026
My friend and I loved our Astrology only session! The sites of the stars were incredibly beautiful and learning more knowledge about our universe was amazing. They offered us water, and a small snacks. We ended up staying the night in Mannum which I highly recommend other people do as well!
My friend and I look forward to coming again in Winter! Very well worth the money and drive down!
10/10 would recommend if you love the stars and want to be able to actually witness the beauty our night skies have to offer!
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vanerion
26 Apr 2026
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kelmasterjuggler, Owner at Juggle House Experiences, responded to this review - 2026-04-24
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We are so glad you had such a memorable experience with us under the magic of the night skies. It is pleasing to hear that the guidance and insights from our astronomers added to your night, and that you enjoyed the laser tour of the constellations. We always aim to make the experience both informative and inspiring, so it’s lovely to know it resonated with you. Thank you again for your kind words, and we hope to welcome you back under the stars again sometime soon.
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ecrkeen
20 Apr 2026
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kelmasterjuggler, Owner at Juggle House Experiences, responded to this review - 2026-04-24
Thank you for such a fun and thoughtful review - we loved reading this! We are thrilled you enjoyed the full experience, from the cruise and birdlife through to dinner and relaxing under the Milky Way. Your group truly brought great energy to the tour, and those ‘back of the bus’ moments are always something special! We will take the ‘nearly sing-along’ as a win … and maybe next time we will get the full performance 😊
Thanks again for joining us and for your kind words, it means a lot. We hope to see you again for another night under the stars.
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AdelaideSusanM
19 Apr 2026
The dark sky tour was an amazing experience & I would recommend to anyone! Mannum itself is absolutely stunning and the dinner and boat ride before were such a great addition to the night! The star gazing has to be seen to believed, not to mention Kelly and the team that made the trip so comfortable, fun and were extremely knowledgeable!! We will definitely be back to do the star gazing again and support such an amazing business ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Owner Response - 2026-06-30
It means a great deal to know that our whole team helped make the experience comfortable, fun and memorable for you. The beauty of the Murray River and the night sky with our guests is an aspect of our lives that we feel compelled to share. We are delighted this whole package has exceeded your expectations. Thank you for supporting small business in South Australia, and we hope to see you again on another adventure!
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Felicia
26 Mar 2026
Unfortunately our longer tour including the river trip and meal was cancelled due to a lack of uptake. Kelly tried to provide options for us. We drove the scenic loop of the river today as far as Swan reach so were able to see the cliffs and appreciate some of the scenery we missed on the boat. The weather here has been mixed during our 2 day stay; rain. cloud, wind as well as bouts of clear visibility and sunshine. It’s a tour that is weather dependent and uptake numbers seem to vary so plan for some flexibility if you can. Driving home late after 11pm to Mannum worried us because of the wildlife but Joe pre warned us to keep speed low and we made a steady trip home avoiding two wildlife encounters. We are now just waiting for our refund. Thanks to the whole Juggle House team.
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kelmasterjuggler, Owner at Juggle House Experiences, responded to this review - 2026-03-25
Thank you for your flexibility on the night Sue! We are so pleased Mother Nature was on board and you were able to enjoy the stars of the show. It's certainly disappointing that we we're unable to proceed with the full Sunset Dinner experience, and your patience and understanding was sincerely appreciated. Thankyou and we hope to see you again!
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Sue
18 Feb 2026
The information and insight into what we see above us was fascinating.
Joe was an excellent presented and guide for the night. Lyn and Kelly were also fantastic.
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kelmasterjuggler, Owner at Juggle House Experiences, responded to this review - 2026-03-25
Thankyou for this wonderful feedback! It's a true pleasure for us to witness the feeling of awe from hosting people in the Dark Sky Reserve. We appreciate your kind comments and hope to see you under the stars again sometime!
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John
17 Feb 2026
Kel showed us around Mannum, Swan Reach and Walker Flat today as part of our Murray River Princess cruise. Kel is a wonderful guide- down to earth but great sense of humor and very knowledgeable and informative. We thoroughly enjoyed our day today with Kel- would highly recommend.
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Grant
09 Feb 2026
What an amazing 🥲 experience we had on the Sunset 🌅 Dark Night Tour. We were very blessed 😇 with the weather - clear skies and a waning moon 🌖 perfect for star ⭐️ gazing.
Kel is amazing 🤩 and will cater for most of your needs, however she does not have a direct line to Mother Nature 🌬️ different times of the year = different experiences just remember that when booking.
The astronomers that joined us (Lachie and Chloe) were very knowledgeable and helpful.
Their love for astronomy 🔭 is apparent.
I just wanted to sleep 💤 under those stars ✨ - perhaps 🤔 another experience Kel 👍
Highly recommend 👍
Kel is amazing 🤩 and will cater for most of your needs, however she does not have a direct line to Mother Nature 🌬️ different times of the year = different experiences just remember that when booking.
The astronomers that joined us (Lachie and Chloe) were very knowledgeable and helpful.
Their love for astronomy 🔭 is apparent.
I just wanted to sleep 💤 under those stars ✨ - perhaps 🤔 another experience Kel 👍
Highly recommend 👍
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Owner Response - 2026-01-25
Your enthusiasm and reality is second to none! Thankyou for joining us Kerry and for your enlightening insight to the experience. We always have the best intentions for our customers when it comes to Mother Nature, so we're grateful you got lucky on your 1st attempt! We'll organise a swag next time - hope to see you again soon!
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Kerry
18 Jan 2026
The dark sky experience was just amazing, the boat ride, the dinner, and the astronomy session was just sensational. The guide, Kel, was so friendly and really helped to elevate the experience. The astronomer, Joe, was so insightful and very educational, he also helps with photo taking at the end. As you can see in the pictures, the sky was just beautiful throughout the entire night. It was overall such a relaxing experience that came with a lovely meal, a nice hot cup of milo, and a lot of friendly staff.
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Owner Response - 2026-01-25
What a treat to have you and your family immersed in this memorable experience! Thankyou kindly for your thoughts here, we've passed on the message to all of the wonderful humans involved in hosting the night. Terrific photos too! We hope to maybe see you again someday on your travels.
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Zali
15 Jan 2026
River Murray Dark Sky Tour – an unforgettable experience
This tour was without a doubt one of the absolute highlights of my journey through Australia. The beauty of the Australian landscape was presented in such an authentic and relaxed way that you don’t just see it – you truly experience and enjoy it.
Kelly, our tour guide, did an outstanding job together with her local partners and friends. From the warm pickup in Mannum to the drive to the boat, everything was perfectly organised. The river cruise along the Murray was fascinating, with excellent explanations about the local wildlife shared with genuine passion and knowledge.
The traditional Australian BBQ using local produce was a real treat and a perfect way to round off the evening. The grand finale, however, was the stargazing experience under an incredibly clear night sky. With many fascinating facts and insights, it truly puts into perspective just how small our Earth is compared to the vastness of the universe 😉.
A beautifully organised tour filled with passion, expertise, and genuine hospitality – highly recommended!
This tour was without a doubt one of the absolute highlights of my journey through Australia. The beauty of the Australian landscape was presented in such an authentic and relaxed way that you don’t just see it – you truly experience and enjoy it.
Kelly, our tour guide, did an outstanding job together with her local partners and friends. From the warm pickup in Mannum to the drive to the boat, everything was perfectly organised. The river cruise along the Murray was fascinating, with excellent explanations about the local wildlife shared with genuine passion and knowledge.
The traditional Australian BBQ using local produce was a real treat and a perfect way to round off the evening. The grand finale, however, was the stargazing experience under an incredibly clear night sky. With many fascinating facts and insights, it truly puts into perspective just how small our Earth is compared to the vastness of the universe 😉.
A beautifully organised tour filled with passion, expertise, and genuine hospitality – highly recommended!
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Owner Response - 2026-01-25
It's a really big call to compare experiences within a whole country, and honestly, it blows us away to learn that you found this a highlight of your huge trip down under! Thankyou for your positive energy on the night and in this review. It was fun to help you practice English too! Great insights into the big picture thinking we encourage - we truly are a small part of a giant universe. Thankyou Roger - please send more of your friends!
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Roger
14 Jan 2026
Kelly, our tour guide, did an outstanding job together with her local partners and friends. From the warm pickup in Mannum to the drive to the boat, everything was perfectly organised. The river cruise along the Murray was fascinating, with excellent explanations about the local wildlife shared with genuine passion and knowledge.
The traditional Australian BBQ using local produce was a real treat and a perfect way to round off the evening. The grand finale, however, was the stargazing experience under an incredibly clear night sky. With many fascinating facts and insights, it truly puts into perspective just how small our Earth is compared to the vastness of the universe .
A beautifully organised tour filled with passion, expertise, and genuine hospitality – highly recommended!
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kelmasterjuggler, Owner at Juggle House Experiences, responded to this review - 2026-01-23
It's a really big call to compare experiences within a whole country, and honestly, it blows us away to learn that you found this a highlight of your huge trip down under! Thankyou for your positive energy on the night and in this review. It was fun to help you practice English too! Great insights into the big picture thinking we encourage - we truly are a small part of a giant universe. Thankyou Roger - please send more of your friends!
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rogerloeffler
14 Jan 2026
Our dark sky astronomy experience was amazing. Joe, our guide, is a legend. He was so knowledgeable and good-humoured. We learned a lot about our galaxy, including the true number that represents the meaning of all life (it's not 42...but I'm not giving anything away here). Thank-you to Joe and his very friendly wife Lyn for providing one of the highlights of our trip to South Australia.
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Owner Response - 2026-01-25
Thankyou Rodney - how incredible to know that your interactions with Joe and Lyn were a highlight of your South Australian experiences. This makes our heart sing. Love that you sprinkled just enough suspense in the meaning of life! We hope you may be able to visit again in winter. Thankyou!
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Rodney
13 Jan 2026
Absolutely brilliant!!! Wow what an amazing experience. Our tour guide Kelly is extraordinary as a guide, you won't find better, friendly, funny, informative, passionate about her job and a wealth of knowledge. The river cruise down the Murray with Levi was amazing. He gave so much insight about the river and its ecosystem, pointing out wildlife and flora as we meandered lazily down the river, with a glass of bubbles in hand.
Next we were driven in comfort to the dark sky reserve... and WOW. That was AMAZING!
Our astronomer host and his wife guided us through the night skies, with his extraordinary telescope. We saw Jupiter and Saturn, in incredible detail...and a cosmic galaxy with a million stars. It truly blew our minds!!
To top it off we stopped to observe a spectacular lightning show in the horizon on our drive home. Kelly made so many extra stops to include any thing and everything that popped up along the way. All extra, all at her time and expense. We will be back to do the moon crater night!!
5 star experience!!🥰🙌💚💛
Next we were driven in comfort to the dark sky reserve... and WOW. That was AMAZING!
Our astronomer host and his wife guided us through the night skies, with his extraordinary telescope. We saw Jupiter and Saturn, in incredible detail...and a cosmic galaxy with a million stars. It truly blew our minds!!
To top it off we stopped to observe a spectacular lightning show in the horizon on our drive home. Kelly made so many extra stops to include any thing and everything that popped up along the way. All extra, all at her time and expense. We will be back to do the moon crater night!!
5 star experience!!🥰🙌💚💛
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Owner Response - 2026-01-18
Thankyou for choosing our experience to create memories with your family Sandra. Your insightful review is the reason we keep going out night after night to showcase our part of the world. We have passed on your kind words to everyone involved. The lightning storm in the distance will be an incredible memory for us all. We look foward to welcoming you back to see the craters of the moon through the telescope. Thankyou!
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Sandra
09 Jan 2026
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kelmasterjuggler, Owner at Juggle House Experiences, responded to this review - 2026-01-17
A terrific idea as a Christmas gift, thankyou! This is validation for us that although on the night you visited we battled Mother Nature, you were still able to see objects through the telescope and recommend the experience to others. We always have the best intentions, and value your review greatly!
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Narelle
03 Jan 2026
The River Murray Dark Sky & Sunset Dinner Tour was nothing short of magical. The evening began in downtown Mannum, where we were welcomed with a red carpet and a glass of Adelaide Hills bubbles before stepping into an immaculately clean, spacious, and incredibly comfortable vehicle – the perfect start to the night.
We travelled along the riverbank to the discovery cruise, which was flawless. The vessel, the guide, and the commentary were all spot on, bringing the history and wildlife of the Murray to life. The abundance of birdlife was a highlight, and the two ferry crossings added a unique local touch.
Dinner was an Aussie-themed BBQ served at golden hour by the cliffs as the sun set – simply breathtaking. After a relaxed meal, we drove to a private, secluded location for stargazing. Lying under a brilliant summer sky, far from any sound or light pollution, was pure magic. The stars glowed brightly, and the setting felt exclusive and serene – the perfect moment to pause and reflect. (along with a milo and Mars bar!)
Kel, the host and owner, was exceptional – professional, warm, and full of genuine Aussie hospitality. You couldn’t ask for a better guide.
The tour wrapped up back in Mannum around 11 pm, and I left feeling like I had experienced something truly special. This is the perfect blend of nature, luxury, and authentic Australian charm. Highly recommended for all ages.
We travelled along the riverbank to the discovery cruise, which was flawless. The vessel, the guide, and the commentary were all spot on, bringing the history and wildlife of the Murray to life. The abundance of birdlife was a highlight, and the two ferry crossings added a unique local touch.
Dinner was an Aussie-themed BBQ served at golden hour by the cliffs as the sun set – simply breathtaking. After a relaxed meal, we drove to a private, secluded location for stargazing. Lying under a brilliant summer sky, far from any sound or light pollution, was pure magic. The stars glowed brightly, and the setting felt exclusive and serene – the perfect moment to pause and reflect. (along with a milo and Mars bar!)
Kel, the host and owner, was exceptional – professional, warm, and full of genuine Aussie hospitality. You couldn’t ask for a better guide.
The tour wrapped up back in Mannum around 11 pm, and I left feeling like I had experienced something truly special. This is the perfect blend of nature, luxury, and authentic Australian charm. Highly recommended for all ages.
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Owner Response - 2026-01-18
Wow, what a wrap! The way you have summarised the experience here provides real feeling to the itinerary. These words of encouragement are the reason we keep striving to enhance the opportunities for visitors to immerse themselves in the natural environment we call home. Thankyou for joining us Matt, and for such extraordinary insights in this review. Very much appreciated.
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Matthew
29 Dec 2025
My partner and our two kids (16 and13) had an amazing experience with ‘juggle house’. Our night included the river cruise, a meal at a country pub and the star gazing. Our host, Kel, was easy going throughout and made a great Milo to keep us warm while we were learning about the stars. Our two astronomers at the Dark Sky Reserve were informative and approachable. The absolute highlight, however, was the night sky, which had to be seen to be believed. The odd passing satellite and the International Space Station were even thrown in, as luck would have it. I would highly recommend this experience with ‘juggle house’. I’d come back and the kids have already said they want to.
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Owner Response - 2026-01-18
We look forward to welcoming you all back to this special part of the world Michael and family! Thankyou for joining us under the starry sky. We can't promise a visit from the International Space Station next time, but we'll sure try! So pleased you enjoyed the tour, and thankyou for your kind words.
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Michael
25 Dec 2025
It was a highlight to meet and travel with Andrew who made sure we were comfortable and conversation flowed with insights into the Adelaide hills and beyond. We thoroughly enjoyed his company and felt like we had made a new friend.
Thankyou Andrew
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Pamela
07 Nov 2025
Fantastic day, amazing helicopter ride, great wine tasting experience, amazing food. I Enjoyed being chauffeured through the picturesque Barossa in comfort. Kel is the best Hostess, brilliantly organised. The whole day flowed so smoothly. 😊👌🏻 Definitely a 10/10 🫶🏻
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Owner Response - 2025-11-04
Fantastic Fiona! We loved every moment with you. Thankyou for the compliments, absolutely delighted you enjoyed the experiences we packaged together. Hope to see you on another tour sometime!
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Fiona
02 Nov 2025
Kelly is so fun to spend time with! It was a total joy to be on her Dark Sky tour. I loved that the astronomy guide also taught everyone how to take fantastic photos of the stars with their iPhones.
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Owner Response - 2025-11-04
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review, Kushla. Thrilled to hear you had a great time on the Dark Sky tour. It was a pleasure sharing the night sky and behind the scenes with you, and I am so glad our astronomers tips helped you capture some fantastic star photos on your iPhone. We would love to welcome you and your colleagues back for more stargazing adventures in the future.
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Kushla
22 Oct 2025
We took part in the Astronomy session at the River Murray International Dark Sky Reserve, and it was a fantastic experience. Kel’s enthusiasm and deep passion for the night sky made the tour both educational and inspiring.
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Owner Response - 2025-11-04
Thank you so much for your kind words, Chloe! Over the moon that you enjoyed the Astronomy session at the River Murray International Dark Sky Reserve. Sharing the night sky and its wonders is something I am really passionate about, and it’s wonderful to hear it made the experience both educational and inspiring for you. I hope to welcome you back under the stars again soon!
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Chloe
22 Oct 2025
Kelly and her crew ran a special stargazing event for a group of delegates from the Australian Regional Tourism Convention - a lively group of tourism professionals and operators - tough audience!
Firstly Kelly has the best personality for conducting any tour. She was a perfect host dealing with my last minute booking request and internet issues smoothly and flexibly and with joy!
Her customised presentation to suit her tourism industry audience was the perfect balance of information about the history of the DarkSky place and the kind of data tourism people pour over.
The meal at the Mannun Pub was excellent - what a location set on the limpid Murray. The comfortable new buses, including the Party Bus, were excellent transport.
And the Stargazing experience? well it was wonderful. The view was clear of clouds and the instruction by Joe was clear and informative. Who knew Alpha Sentori was actually three stars?
As fellow member of the DarkSky community via our DarkSky Approved Lodging - Kestrel Nest EcoHut, I came along to support a fellow operator. As we have our own DarkSkies, I didnt expect to be dazzled by the stars, but I was. But more? I was dazzled by the whole experience , AND am taking away ideas of how we can further improve the DarkSky experience for our guests.
Congratulations Kelly and team and congratulations on your awards and recognition.
Firstly Kelly has the best personality for conducting any tour. She was a perfect host dealing with my last minute booking request and internet issues smoothly and flexibly and with joy!
Her customised presentation to suit her tourism industry audience was the perfect balance of information about the history of the DarkSky place and the kind of data tourism people pour over.
The meal at the Mannun Pub was excellent - what a location set on the limpid Murray. The comfortable new buses, including the Party Bus, were excellent transport.
And the Stargazing experience? well it was wonderful. The view was clear of clouds and the instruction by Joe was clear and informative. Who knew Alpha Sentori was actually three stars?
As fellow member of the DarkSky community via our DarkSky Approved Lodging - Kestrel Nest EcoHut, I came along to support a fellow operator. As we have our own DarkSkies, I didnt expect to be dazzled by the stars, but I was. But more? I was dazzled by the whole experience , AND am taking away ideas of how we can further improve the DarkSky experience for our guests.
Congratulations Kelly and team and congratulations on your awards and recognition.
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Owner Response - 2025-10-21
Thank you so much for your kind and generous words, Louise, and for bringing your wonderful energy to our Dark Sky experience. Hosting your group of passionate tourism professionals was an absolute highlight, and what a lively, inspiring bunch! I am thrilled you enjoyed the night, from the stargazing and storytelling to the meal by the Murray and (of course) the Party Bus. It means so much to receive such positive feedback from a fellow DarkSky operator. I love that you left with fresh ideas for your guests at Kestrel Nest EcoHut. Here’s to continuing to share the magic of our night skies and shining a light on regional tourism together.
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Louise
15 Oct 2025
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kelmasterjuggler, Owner at Juggle House Experiences, responded to this review - 2025-10-20
I am thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the full experience — from the limo bus and sparkling wine welcome to the sunset river cruise, BBQ dinner, and astronomy session. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’re so glad our commentary and local insights added to your visit. Your recommendation means a lot, and we’d love to welcome you back for another adventure on the Murray River soon.
Many thanks Kel.
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Sarah
14 Oct 2025
My family of 4 went to the astronomy experience as a gift for my eldest son. It was a really interesting and amazing experience. The talk was informative and fascinating and if live to go again in a different season to see how the night sky changes.
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Owner Response - 2025-10-21
Thank you so much for your lovely review, Melinda. I am delighted to hear that you and your family enjoyed the astronomy experience and found the presentation both interesting and informative. Visiting in a different season is a wonderful idea, as the night sky always has something new and magical to reveal. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back again soon.
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Melinda
11 Oct 2025
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kelmasterjuggler, Owner at Juggle House Experiences, responded to this review - 2025-10-20
Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful review, Amanda. We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed both trips and loved exploring the countryside with us. It was a pleasure having you along, and I’m so glad the experiences and insights added to your visit. Your recommendation means a lot, and we would be delighted to welcome you back anytime – we would do it all again in a heartbeat too!
Many thanks Kel
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Amanda
24 Sep 2025
Kelly was an amazing host! Our group of 8 loved the day with her doing the monarto safari experience, lunch and gin tasting. So many great bits of info, fast tracked us all the way and gave us plenty of friendly banter. Highly recommend to use Juggle house if you are in the area. You won't be disappointed.
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Owner Response - 1970-01-01
Terrific, thankyou kindly for these tips Bart, especially keeping warm. You most certainly immersed yourself in the educational value and being part of nature. It was a great pleasure to meet you both. Thankyou again for joining our experience and sharing your views. Greatly appreciated.
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Bronnie
23 Sep 2025
We had a party of 14 and Juggle House organised our trips off the Unforgettable Houseboats. Kel was amazing, we learnt a lot about the places we visited and Kel was a wealth of knowledge. We all enjoyed our tours immensely. Highly recommend Juggle House for all your tours around the Murray River in South Australia.
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Owner Response - 1970-01-01
A privilege to showcase our regional highlights with your wonderful group! Thankyou for adding these land tours to your already magnificent houseboat holiday ~ we greatly value and appreciate the opportunity and kind words here. Pleased you left SA as great ambassadors!
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Valerie
04 Sep 2025
The river cruise, dinner and dark sky reserve tour was sensational! The knowledge from our local tour guides were amazing and you could tell they love sharing it too. Kel was fantastic in her email communications prior to our arrival, to make sure we got to experience it all. The two local astronomers showed us several stars, Mars and fantastic closeup of the moon. It was a fabulous experience.
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Owner Response - 1970-01-01
Wow Rachel - your photos are stunning! Winter is such a peaceful time of the year and you sure had the full package on the night of your tour. Silky water, moon craters, crystal clear skies to show the Milky Way. Thankyou so much for coming along with us and for sharing your experience here for others to see. Best wishes, Kelly
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Rachel
24 Jul 2025
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kelmasterjuggler, Owner at Juggle House Experiences, responded to this review - 2025-07-24
Thank you for sharing your experience here! We sure love having people close to the stars, in more ways than one. We are so pleased you enjoyed the experience and appreciate you joining us for the whole immersive tour of the Dark Sky Reserve.
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Connector67005428857
05 Jul 2025
It included a private cruise along the Murray River on sunset which was so informative as we learnt about the wildlife. Following this we enjoyed dinner while hearing from Kelly (owner of Juggle House) about the International Dark Sky and how her business began. We were then taken to the International Dark Sky Reserve on a private property; astronomers met us there and explained in detail the star constellations along with so many other interesting facts.
We strongly recommend this tour. Kelly was a great host and is a credit to the tourism industry of South Australia
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kelmasterjuggler, Owner at Juggle House Experiences, responded to this review - 2025-06-04
Thankyou for this wonderful summary. It's particularly pleasing that you found the whole experience informative, enjoyable and great value for money. These kind words of recommendation are truly valued and we hope to host you on another tour in the future. Thankyou!
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Hayeasy
04 Jun 2025
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kelmasterjuggler, Owner at Juggle House Experiences, responded to this review - 2025-06-02
Thankyou for your enthusiastic review here Albert. Sharing the knowledge (and warm drinks!) is the extra 1% we aim to achieve, and we're all so pleased that you had a fabulous night under the Milky Way with us.
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Albert
01 Jun 2025
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kelmasterjuggler, Owner at Juggle House Experiences, responded to this review - 2025-04-06
Thankyou for this elaborate description of your Dark Sky Reserve experience Geoff! Thrilled that you benefited from the equipment and Joe's interpretation of the night sky. We appreciate you sharing these thoughts, thankyou!
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Geoff
05 Apr 2025
The Dark Sky Astronomy Experience was amazing. Joe and Lyn were so welcoming. They were very knowledgeable and helpful as they guided us through so many wonders of the universe. A must do activity for any visitor to the Riverland and you’ll never look at the night sky in the same way again!
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Owner Response - 1970-01-01
This is fantastic Julia. Thankyou for sharing your experience. South Australia is blessed with incredible skies, which we are so lucky to have Joe & Lyn interpret for us. We hope to see you again at another time of year.
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Julia
04 Apr 2025
Had an amazing Astronomy Session with Juggle House at the River Murray International Dark Sky Reserve! The sky was incredibly clear and dark, making for a perfect stargazing experience.
We got to see Jupiter, Mars, shooting stars, and countless constellations through the telescope—it was truly fascinating. Huge thanks to Joe for his entertaining and insightful guidance. He’s incredibly knowledgeable and made everything so engaging.
Also, a big thank you to Kelly for the delicious hot chocolate and treats—they were the perfect addition to a magical night under the stars!
At the end of the session, I’d recommend opening the SkyView Lite app on your phone—it’s amazing to see the constellations take shape and gives you extra support for everything Joe explained.
Highly recommend this experience!
We got to see Jupiter, Mars, shooting stars, and countless constellations through the telescope—it was truly fascinating. Huge thanks to Joe for his entertaining and insightful guidance. He’s incredibly knowledgeable and made everything so engaging.
Also, a big thank you to Kelly for the delicious hot chocolate and treats—they were the perfect addition to a magical night under the stars!
At the end of the session, I’d recommend opening the SkyView Lite app on your phone—it’s amazing to see the constellations take shape and gives you extra support for everything Joe explained.
Highly recommend this experience!
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Juggle House Experiences (Owner) - 2025-04-10
Other customers will certainly gain great value from your tips here, especially those wonderful images. Thankyou for joining us and for sharing your insights. We're over the moon you had a great night of wonder and learning.
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D
11 Mar 2025
We did the Highlights of the Murray River via an offshore excursion whilst travelling on the #MurrayPrincess and Kelly was amazing.
The Highlights tour was about visiting the Murray River region by road.
Kelly is a local and tour guide, who is so passionate about the area and this came across with her perfectly balanced itinerary.
My mum, sister and I had the most amazing time and highly recommend this company for any of their adventures if our trip was anything to go by.
Great work Juggle House Experiences 😊😊
The Highlights tour was about visiting the Murray River region by road.
Kelly is a local and tour guide, who is so passionate about the area and this came across with her perfectly balanced itinerary.
My mum, sister and I had the most amazing time and highly recommend this company for any of their adventures if our trip was anything to go by.
Great work Juggle House Experiences 😊😊
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Juggle House Experiences (Owner) - 2025-03-21
Sincerely grateful for this insight Lee-Anne. It's terrific to know you and your family enjoyed the road touring experience. We truly value you taking the time to share your thoughts and welcome you again if another occasion arises. Thankyou.
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Lee-Anne
11 Mar 2025
Highly recommend this experience - you won’t regret it 😊
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kelmasterjuggler, Owner at Juggle House Experiences, responded to this review - 2025-04-06
What a day! Thanks so much for joining in and appreciating the immersive experiences this local River community has on offer. It's a true pleasure to have spent the time with you.
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Lee-Anne
11 Mar 2025
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kelmasterjuggler, Owner at Juggle House Experiences, responded to this review - 2025-03-10
A terrific message of advocacy to locals and visitors alike! So blessed to share this protected dark area with people who appreciate nature and the night. Thankyou, thankyou, thankyou for these kind words of encouragement and for experiencing the magic with us.
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Evie
08 Mar 2025
Brilliant Dark Stargazing Experience
Review of Small-Group River Murray Dark Sky and Sunset Tour with Dinner
Kelly was an excellent host for this night of stargazing. Joe and his fellow astronomers were informative, incredibly knowledgeable, and passionate without being too technical. They were happy to chat and answer all questions.
The views through the powerful telescopes were amazing, and it helps to have some knowledge of what you are looking at.
We went over finishing time, as everyone was keen to see and learn more. I'm keen to go back in winter to see the Milky Way in its full glory.
I highly recommend this dark sky tour experience.
Review of Small-Group River Murray Dark Sky and Sunset Tour with Dinner
Kelly was an excellent host for this night of stargazing. Joe and his fellow astronomers were informative, incredibly knowledgeable, and passionate without being too technical. They were happy to chat and answer all questions.
The views through the powerful telescopes were amazing, and it helps to have some knowledge of what you are looking at.
We went over finishing time, as everyone was keen to see and learn more. I'm keen to go back in winter to see the Milky Way in its full glory.
I highly recommend this dark sky tour experience.
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Juggle House Experiences (Owner) - 2025-02-11
Wonderful summary of a great start to an Australian long weekend with a big group of keen enthusiasts! We value your recommendation to others, and 100% look forward to welcoming you back in winter Tim. Thankyou!
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tim
11 Feb 2025
Wow! What an awesome night. We did the Dark Sky Gold Stars Sunset Dinner tour. Kelly was amazing and made the whole experience so much better while making it fun and also educational! Definitely take a warm jacket because it can get bloody cold out there at night but it's well worth the experience! Thanks again Kelly, we had an awesome time and loved the dinner, the boat trip, and seeing the stars and planets. (and the chocolates and warm Milo which we also loved!)
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Juggle House Experiences (Owner) - 2025-02-11
Terrific, thankyou kindly for these tips Bart, especially keeping warm. You most certainly immersed yourself in the educational value and being part of nature. It was a great pleasure to meet you both. Thankyou again for joining our experience and sharing your views. Greatly appreciated.
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Bart
11 Feb 2025
The views through the powerful telescopes were amazing, and it helps to have some knowledge of what you are looking at.
We went over finishing time, as everyone was keen to see and learn more. I'm keen to go back in winter to see the Milky Way in its full glory.
I highly recommend this dark sky tour experience.
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kelmasterjuggler, Owner at Juggle House Experiences, responded to this review - 1970-01-01
Wonderful summary of a great start to an Australian long weekend with a big group of keen enthusiasts! We value your recommendation to others, and 100% look forward to welcoming you back in winter Tim. Thankyou!
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tim
24 Jan 2025
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kelmasterjuggler, Owner at Juggle House Experiences, responded to this review - 1970-01-01
Thankyou kindly for sharing your thoughts here! We value all Dark Sky places around the world to protect the night sky and thrilled to know our area met your expectations. Each place has it's own uniqueness, and we are so grateful you joined for the full immersive experience in the Dark Sky Reserve to learn about how we live and work here. Really appreciate your recommendation, thankyou!
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Sally
02 Jan 2025
Did the Dark Sky Gold Star Sunset Dinner tour and had a wonderful time. It's obvious that Kelly loves her community and the area; she was knowledgeable and gave us lots of interesting insights while keeping the tour light and fun. Levi was great on the river boat part of the tour where we saw much of the local Birdlife and got close to the limestone cliffs. Dinner was a very good pub meal and the Dark Sky with Joe was awesome, especially with his passionate commentary. Highly recommended.
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Juggle House Experiences (Owner) - 2025-01-11
Terrific Teresa! We sure had a fun and happy group that night 🌙 ✨️ pure magic for us too. Your kind words are appreciated and have been forwarded to everyone involved. We hope to see you again under the starry night sky 🙌
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Teresa
11 Dec 2024
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kelmasterjuggler, Owner at Juggle House Experiences, responded to this review - 1970-01-01
It's certainly easy to be passionate about protecting our great area, especially when we have fantastic customers to enjoy it with us. Thankyou for taking this moment to share your feelings about the night, and to recommend this to others.
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SykeZLimit
02 Dec 2024
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kelmasterjuggler, Owner at Juggle House Experiences, responded to this review - 1970-01-01
Trustworthy is an extremely desirable descriptive word for a business owner, thankyou Katrina. We're thrilled you found the booking process easy and the hosting effective, to start you off on a terrific houseboat holiday.
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Katrina
25 Nov 2024
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kelmasterjuggler, Owner at Juggle House Experiences, responded to this review - 1970-01-01
Thankyou for choosing our transfer service Nicole - it's important for us to give a great first impression of our River region.
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Nicole
25 Oct 2024
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kelmasterjuggler, Owner at Juggle House Experiences, responded to this review - 1970-01-01
Mother Nature reigns supreme and while on this occasion we didn't get to see the stars with you, we are very grateful that you took the offer to immerse yourself in the entire offerings of the Dark Sky Reserve including the Plan B astronomy talk. Thankyou for joining, and for taking the time to write your thoughts here. We really look forward to your return to see the stars!
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andreacP9644TK
13 Oct 2024
My wife and I and two friends attended the Dark Sky viewing event near Walkers Flat with the astronomer and his wife. Kelly from Juggle House facilitated our experience. Although late arriving cloud cover and a half moon we were amazed to see some much detail through the 40cm large computer operated telescope. We were able to view many of the larger stars and especially the Moon. Those present even managed to get photos of the Moon through the telescope eyepiece. Kelly made sure we were comfortable with hot Milo and chocolate bars - Milky Ways and Mars Bars. Very appropriate. The knowledge base of the astronomer was very good and he made it easier to understand the vastness of space. A very enjoyable time.
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Juggle House Experiences (Owner) - 2024-10-11
Thank you so much for your lovely review Ian! Your enthusiasm was infectious the whole time through the booking journey and on the night. We’re thrilled to hear that you, your wife, and friends had such a memorable experience at the Dark Sky viewing event despite the weather conditions that challenged us later in the evening. We’re glad that you enjoyed the hot Milo and chocolate bars—there’s nothing quite like a cozy treat under the stars!
It’s fantastic to hear that the astronomer was able to share his knowledge in an engaging way, making the vastness of space more accessible. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we hope to see you again for more celestial adventures in the future! Safe travels and clear skies!
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Ian
11 Oct 2024
We had an amazing family experience for our Dad's 80th birthday. Nothing was too much for Kelly. It was a huge day for her picking us up early in the morning in the Entertainer and dropping us home late at night. Every stop, we came back to fresh drinks glasses and the floor vacuumed! Kelly goes the extra mile and is such fun on the trip. Thank you Kelly and Team for making Dad's birthday one to remember!
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Response from the owner - 2024-08-24
An absolute treasured memories occasion for us too! Playing a small role in the happiness of this special milestone birthday was an honour. Thankyou for your business and these lovely words of gratitude!
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Eagleonthehill
24 Aug 2024
This was the highlight of our SA trip. Kelly was a wonderful host - friendly, welcoming and professional. We enjoyed a delicious dinner and were really grateful to learn about the local indigenous culture, before a jaw-dropping astronomy session in the dark sky reserve. Would thoroughly recommend!
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Response from the owner - 2024-08-07
South Australia is blessed with many great destinations, so this is a big call to be a highlight! Thank you to your whole family for an enthusiastic approach to the evening together, blessed with a budding astronomer in the making. We'll be sure to pass on your kind comments. Really appreciate your jaw-dropping review!
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