Solar Eclipses in the Southern Hemisphere 2011/2012

This November there's an extra special reason to visit the Southern Hemisphere - the largest partial solar eclipse of the year will take place on 25 November 2011, much of it over the Antarctic continent. A thrilling natural occurance to witness, a partial solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes between the sun and the earth partially obscuring the sun. 

November's partial eclipse will be visible from Antarctica, Tasmania (Australia) and most of New Zealand. For your best chance of seeing this event, consider a voyage to Antarctica - the Akademik Ioffe will be sailing between the Falkland Islands and South Georgia on 25 November and, subject to conditions, it may be possible to see the partial eclipse from the ship.

Alternatively, our Classic Antarctica voyages on board the Clipper Adventurer, MS Expedition and Antarctic Dream will be exploring the Antarctic Peninsula at this time, with a chance to see the sun rising under partial eclipse. As much as 75% of the sun will be obscured in this region as the sun rises over the horizon.

If this year's partial eclipse whets your appetite then now's the time to start planning for a full solar eclipse - northern Queensland will witness a full solar eclipse in November 2012. What beter place to witness this from the Great Barrier Reef - experience two natural wonders in one day! Limited places are still available on board the Coral Princess, so book now to avoid disappointment!