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MeerKAT Radio Telescope

MeerKAT is South Africa’s 64-dish radio interferometer at SARAO’s radio-quiet Losberg site, about 90 kilometres outside Carnarvon, and a precursor to SKA-Mid. The site is not open for walk-in visits; public access is limited to SARAO-announced open days with advance paid registration, signed indemnity forms, and arranged return transport from Carnarvon. Visitors cannot drive to the site or bring mobile phones or digital cameras, and must bring their own food and water. Check SARAO’s visitor page for future dates and requirements.

MeerKAT Radio Telescope

Identity

Name
MeerKAT Radio Telescope
Region
AFR
Type
observatory

Details

Description
MeerKAT is South Africa’s 64-dish radio interferometer at SARAO’s radio-quiet Losberg site, about 90 kilometres outside Carnarvon, and a precursor to SKA-Mid. The site is not open for walk-in visits; public access is limited to SARAO-announced open days with advance paid registration, signed indemnity forms, and arranged return transport from Carnarvon. Visitors cannot drive to the site or bring mobile phones or digital cameras, and must bring their own food and water. Check SARAO’s visitor page for future dates and requirements.
Latitude
-30.7129583
Location
Longitude
21.4430111
Operational Status
operational
Ownership
government

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Creation Time
July 11, 2026 at 21:21:35 UTC
Updated Time
August 21, 2026 at 14:28:12 UTC