FIELD TRIP
Cosmic Frontiers at MeerKAT and SKA-Mid Losberg
Field trip date: 10 December 2025
Organisation: SARAO
City: Carnarvon, Western Cape
Tour capacity: 7 people
Please advise regarding any mobility challenges or special needs.
SHEQ: Safety boots or closed, comfortable shoes are required. Indemnity forms must be signed before travelling to the site.
No Radio Frequency Interference: Mobile phones should preferably be left behind. If brought on site, Bluetooth and “Find My Phone” must be switched off, and the device powered down. Phones will be stored in lockers during the visit.
Equipment Testing: Specifications for any cameras or electronic equipment must be submitted in advance for approval. Equipment should be tested by the SARAO Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) team, or at minimum, specifications must be approved to ensure no interference with site operations.
Explore two of the world’s most advanced radio telescopes in the Karoo
A field trip to the MeerKAT and SKA-Mid Losberg site offers a rare opportunity to explore two of the world’s most advanced radio telescopes.
Flying into site and driven to Losberg Boardroom
1. SKA and Meerkat Project presentation
2. Facilities tours
3. Drive through the telescopes to core:
– KAT-7
– Hera
– MeerKAT
– SKA-MID
4. Quiver tree conservation tour with SANParks
5. Q&A session
Itinerary
Pick up
Arrive at Cape Town Charter Airport
Refreshments and briefing by Milisa Kentane
Transfer to Carnarvon, Northern Cape:
– Lunch at Losberg site 13:00
– Transfer to Lanseria airport
– Introduction
Drop off