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Celestron Travel Scope 80 Portable Telescope with Smartphone Adapter & Backpack

Explore the Stars and Landscapes Anywhere in India — Distributed by Modern Telescopes

Take your astronomical and wildlife adventures anywhere with the Celestron Travel Scope 80. Engineered for ultimate portability without sacrificing performance, this 80mm (3.1-inch) refractor features fully coated glass optics, a lightweight aluminum optical tube, and a custom-fitted backpack that holds the entire telescope setup.

Whether you're stargazing from a city balcony, camping in the Himalayas, or observing wildlife during a safari, the Travel Scope 80 delivers crisp, bright images. With the included universal smartphone adapter, you can instantly capture photos and videos of lunar craters, bright planets, and distant terrestrial vistas to share with friends and family.

Key Features & Highlights

• Bright 80mm Aperture: Gathers 131 times more light than the human eye, exposing details on the Moon, Jupiter, Saturn, bright star clusters, and daytime landscapes.

• Ultra-Portable Travel Design: Fits completely into the included custom padded backpack (total kit weight under 2 kg), making it ideal for road trips, trekking, and flights.

• Universal Smartphone Adapter Included: Quickly mount your iOS or Android smartphone over the eyepiece to capture high-definition photos and videos of your observations.

• Smooth Pan-Handle Alt-Azimuth Mount: Intuitive pan-handle clutch control allows fluid tracking across the night sky or smooth panning for daytime wildlife spotting.

• Dual-Purpose Viewing: Equipped with a 45° erect image diagonal for comfortable, correctly oriented daytime land viewing and nighttime stargazing.

• Tool-Free Setup: Sets up in less than two minutes without any tools—ideal for spontaneous observing sessions anywhere in India.

What’s Included in the Box?

When you purchase your Celestron Travel Scope 80 from Modern Telescopes, your package contains a complete, out-of-the-box observing kit:

• 1x Celestron 80mm Refractor Optical Tube Assembly (OTA)

• 1x Manual Alt-Azimuth Mount with pan-handle control knob

• 1x Full-Height Adjustable Tripod with center accessory tray

• 1x Custom Padded Travel Backpack (fits tube, tripod, and all accessories)

• 1x Universal Smartphone Adapter (fits all standard smartphones)

• 1x 20mm Kellner Eyepiece (1.25") – 20x magnification

• 1x 10mm Kellner Eyepiece (1.25") – 40x magnification

• 1x 45° Erect Image Diagonal (1.25")

• 1x 5x24 Finderscope

• 1x Celestron Starry Night Basic Edition Astronomy Software Download Code

• 1x Instruction Manual & Official Warranty Card

Technical Specifications

What Can You Observe with the Travel Scope 80?

• The Moon: Deep crater walls, mountain peaks along the lunar terminator, and dark basaltic maria.

• Planets: Moons of Jupiter, cloud belts, Saturn’s ring system, and the crescent phases of Venus.

• Deep-Sky Objects: Bright star clusters like the Pleiades (M45), the Orion Nebula (M42), and the Andromeda Galaxy (M31).

• Daytime Terrestrial Targets: Birds, distant mountain ranges, ships, and wildlife during daylight hours.

Why Buy Celestron Travel Scope 80 from Modern Telescopes?

1. 100% Original Celestron Optics: Guaranteed genuine products sourced with official brand coverage in India.

2. GST Invoice & Local Business Benefits: Full tax invoice provided for personal buyers, schools, and institutions across India.

3. Insured Express Delivery: Safely packed and delivered directly to your doorstep anywhere in India with damage-proof multi-layer shipping.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Is the Celestron Travel Scope 80 suitable for travel and hiking in India?

Yes, the entire telescope kit—including the tripod, optical tube, eyepieces, and smartphone adapter—weighs under 2 kg and packs entirely into the included custom backpack, making it one of the best travel telescopes for road trips, trekking, and flights.

2. Can I take photos with my phone using this telescope?

Yes, this model includes a universal smartphone adapter in the box. You can attach almost any iPhone or Android smartphone directly to the eyepiece to capture photos and videos of the Moon, planets, and land-based targets.

3. Is this telescope good for daytime terrestrial viewing?

Yes, the included 45° erect image diagonal produces right-side-up images, turning the telescope into a high-powered spotting scope for birdwatching, mountain viewing, and nature observation during the day.

4. Do I need tools to assemble the Travel Scope 80?

No tools are required. The pre-assembled tripod legs, quick-release dovetail tube connection, and screw-on accessories allow you to set up the telescope in under 2 minutes.