Solar Eclipse

Don’t miss the spectacular natural phenomenon of the total solar eclipse over Far North Queensland in the morning of November 14, 2012.

The shadow path of the eclipse will start in Northern Territory before passing over the Gulf of Carpentaria and Cape York Peninsula.

The duration of totality will increase the closer to the centre of the shadow path you are. Cook Shire will offer some of the longest periods of totality with Palmer River Roadhouse, Lakeland and Laura all offering between 1-2 minutes of totality from 06.37 and 06.39 a.m.

Eclipse Downunder promises to be the largest single event to celebrate the Eclipse with a festival near the Palmer River.

Backed by a management team behind some of world’s best festivals, Eclipse2012 will be celestial event of epic proportions.

Showcasing a breathtaking array of music covering trance, progressive, techno, dub-step, glitch-hop, IDM, roots and gypsy, the 7 days extravaganza will be an experience remembered for the rest of your life.

With outstanding artists, decor crews, a dedicated workshops and intentional healing space, extensive food and market stalls you can rest knowing your festival experience will be well catered for.

Boasting plenty of comfortable camping areas with numerous trees for shelter and a large natural swimming hole the festival site is an easy few hours’ drive from Cairns in Australia’s far north.

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A Solar Eclipse is an incredible experience and 2012 provides the perfect opportunity to combine this unique event with a visit to the spectacular surroundings of Cooktown, Cape York Peninsula and Tropical North Queensland.

Early bookings are essential for all accommodation and tours in the region.

Download the 2012 Total Solar Eclipse fact sheet from the Astronomical Association of Queensland