Eclipse Travel Planner
Plan your perfect eclipse viewing trip with curated city recommendations, weather probabilities, and travel logistics.
β οΈ Disclaimer: Travel recommendations provided as-is. Weather is unpredictable. Always check local conditions before traveling. Hotel and transportation availability may vary.
Major Upcoming Total Solar Eclipses
Spain & Iceland Eclipse 2026
August 12, 2026
A spectacular total solar eclipse crossing Spain, offering up to 2 minutes 18 seconds of totality in prime viewing locations.
Best Viewing Cities
Valencia, Spain
85% clear1m 58s totality
Zaragoza, Spain
78% clear2m 12s totality
Reykjavik, Iceland
45% clear2m 18s totality
π‘ Travel Tips
- β’ Book Spanish coastal hotels by January 2025
- β’ August is peak tourist season - expect crowds
- β’ Consider rental car for flexibility
- β’ Have backup inland locations if coastal fog develops
Egypt & Saudi Arabia Eclipse 2027
August 2, 2027
An incredible eclipse passing through North Africa and the Middle East, with over 6 minutes of totality in some locations.
Best Viewing Cities
Luxor, Egypt
95% clear6m 23s totality
Aswan, Egypt
96% clear6m 18s totality
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
88% clear5m 42s totality
π‘ Travel Tips
- β’ Near-perfect weather conditions expected
- β’ Longest totality of the decade
- β’ Desert locations offer unobstructed views
- β’ Check visa requirements well in advance
Australia & New Zealand Eclipse 2028
July 22, 2028
A rare southern hemisphere total solar eclipse, providing excellent viewing opportunities in Australia.
Best Viewing Cities
Sydney, Australia
65% clear3m 50s totality
Dubbo, Australia
72% clear4m 8s totality
Dunedin, New Zealand
55% clear2m 15s totality
π‘ Travel Tips
- β’ Winter viewing - dress warmly
- β’ Outback locations have better weather odds
- β’ Popular with eclipse chasers worldwide
- β’ Book accommodations 18+ months early
Recommended Viewing Locations
These locations offer excellent eclipse viewing conditions with good infrastructure and accessibility.
Canyonlands National Park
Utah, USA
Remote desert location with minimal light pollution and excellent clear sky probability.
Atacama Desert
Chile
One of the driest places on Earth, offering nearly guaranteed clear skies.
Svalbard
Norway
Arctic viewing location for polar eclipses, unique midnight sun perspective.
Mauna Kea
Hawaii, USA
High-altitude observatory location with world-class viewing conditions.
Kruger National Park
South Africa
Combine eclipse viewing with safari adventure in the African wilderness.
Great Barrier Reef
Australia
Ocean-based eclipse viewing with potential for unique water reflections.
Travel Logistics Guide
π¨ Accommodation
- β’ Book hotels 12-18 months in advance for popular eclipse paths
- β’ Expect 2-3x normal prices during eclipse week
- β’ Consider staying 50-100 miles outside main cities
- β’ Look for refundable reservations in case of bad weather
βοΈ Transportation
- β’ Arrive 2-3 days early to avoid last-minute travel issues
- β’ Rental cars book up quickly - reserve early
- β’ Expect heavy traffic on eclipse day (plan 3-4x normal drive time)
- β’ Have backup viewing locations in case of clouds
π₯ Crowd Expectations
- β’ Cities in totality path see 100,000+ visitors
- β’ Remote viewing sites fill up hours before eclipse
- β’ Cell networks may be overloaded during event
- β’ Download offline maps and eclipse timing data
βοΈ Weather Strategy
- β’ Check 10-day forecast and be ready to relocate
- β’ Historical weather data is a guide, not a guarantee
- β’ Desert regions typically have best clear sky odds
- β’ Have Plan A, B, and C viewing locations ready
Need help coordinating travel times across time zones? Number Mystique can help with scheduling.