The Great Red Spot is Jupiter’s largest surface feature, a swirling red oval storm twice the size of Earth. It has been continuously observed since 1878 and shows no signs of abating. The entire system rotates every seven days, with wind speeds at the edge of 400 km per hour.
The spot itself sometimes changes color from an orange-red to gray, when it is covered by white clouds at a higher altitude. What makes the spot red is unknown, and speculation has ranged from sulfur and phosphorous compounds to organic material such as carbon compounds produced by lightning or chemical reactions with sunlight.
What Сan You Do Here:
- to observe this amazing hurricane, tourists can stay in one of 18 orbital hotels (rating from 4 to 6 stars). 5 and 6 star hotels have all the necessary infrastructure for an unforgettable holiday in the orbit of Jupiter (including casinos, SPA, restaurants and bars, sun terraces for excellent and long-lasting tan, concert halls and nightclubs);
- for guests who want to tickle their nerves, there are completely safe excursions on various types of shuttles, including flights into the heart of the hurricane;
- try the local specialty – “Smoky Cocktails”, or attend a master class on their preparation (100+ different recipes and a useful experience for those who like to party).
Nearest Tour Dates: flights to Jupiter and its moons take place every week on Mondays.
Tour Duration: from 1 to 4 weeks.
Restrictions:
- Jupiter’s orbit is occasionally affected by electrical storms, which can influence the exact arrival and departure times of shuttles from the local spaceport.