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Total solar eclipse 2028: Darwin to Kununurra, Australia

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9 days from 17 July 2028

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Âé¶¹´«Ã½. Science news and long reads from expert journalists, covering developments in science, technology, health and the environment on the website and the magazine.
Âé¶¹´«Ã½. Science news and long reads from expert journalists, covering developments in science, technology, health and the environment on the website and the magazine.
Âé¶¹´«Ã½. Science news and long reads from expert journalists, covering developments in science, technology, health and the environment on the website and the magazine.
Âé¶¹´«Ã½. Science news and long reads from expert journalists, covering developments in science, technology, health and the environment on the website and the magazine.

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17 July 2028 - 9 days

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Experience over five minutes of totality in Western Australia after immersing yourself in the rugged beauty and rich heritage of its outback.

Your journey will be led by renowned astronomer and eclipse-chaser Jamie Carter, who will be with you throughout, delivering fascinating talks, detailed eclipse briefings and guided stargazing sessions under the pristine southern hemisphere skies. Jamie's partner Gill will also be on hand to explain how eclipses confus the animal kingdom.

Begin your adventure in Darwin, a laid-back yet vibrant city celebrated for its tropical lifestyle and cultural diversity. From there, venture into the lush landscapes of Litchfield National Park, famous for its cascading waterfalls, crystal-clear swimming holes and towering termite mounds. Discover the park’s ecology, geology and Indigenous heritage with your local guide and enjoy a refreshing dip in its natural pools.

Next, settle in Kununurra, a charming outback town that blends wilderness, culture and character. As the gateway to Western Australia’s natural wonders and some of the darkest night skies on Earth, it offers an unparalleled opportunity for celestial observation. Here, Jamie will help you unlock the secrets of the cosmos in skies of extraordinary clarity.

For the eclipse itself, we’ve chosen a historic outback station in the Kimberley region, perfectly positioned near the line of totality. This tranquil rural oasis provides catering and endless space to spread out and savour the awe-inspiring spectacle of the solar eclipse.

Full details coming soon. Register at tours@newscientist.com to be amongst the first to recieve full details of these experiences.

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Highlights

  • Experience over 5 minutes of totality in a rural outback location
  • A full programme of talks on astronomy and the cosmos
  • A highly detailed pre-eclipse briefing
  • Stargaze in some of the darkest skies in the world
  • Explore the vibrant city of Darwin and historic town of Kununurra.
  • Venture into the lush Litchfield National Park

Meet the expert

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Jamie Carter is an award-winning journalist writing about the night sky and eclipses. He is the recipient of the 2023 Popular Media Award from the American Astronomical Society's Solar Physics Division, and is the world's foremost solar eclipse journalist, an experienced science, travel and photography journalist, and a stargazer writing about exploring the night sky, moon-gazing, astro-tourism, astronomy and space exploration.

Jamie is the editor of WhenIsTheNextEclipse.com and SmartTelescopeReviews.com, and author of When Is The Next Eclipse? A traveler’s guide to total solar eclipses 2026-2034 and A Stargazing Program for Beginners: A pocket field guide. He also writes for publications and websites including Space.com, Live Science, Sky & Telescope magazine, BBC Sky At Night magazine, The Planetary Society, Âé¶¹´«Ã½, Travel+Leisure, T3, the South China Morning Post and Digital Camera World.

Gill Carter is an experienced eclipse chaser who has witnessed six total solar eclipses in Chile, the U.S., Australia, and Antarctica, and curates WhenIsTheNextEclipse.com. With an academic background in Zoology and a longstanding interest in animal behaviour, Gill brings a distinctive perspective to eclipse expeditions, sharing insights into how wildlife responds to the sudden darkness and environmental changes during totality. Her expertise adds an engaging natural-history dimension to the eclipse experience. 

A passionate photographer, Gill enjoys exploring the technical side of capturing totality, from camera settings to composition. However, she is equally committed to reminding first-time eclipse chasers that no photograph can replace the experience of witnessing totality with their own eyes. For her, eclipse chasing is the perfect blend of science, travel and discovery — an opportunity to explore remarkable destinations while sharing one of nature’s most extraordinary spectacles.

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