2012 SOLAR ECLIPSE IN THE DAINTREE
On 14th November 2012, at approximately 6.38am, the Daintree will experience a Total Solar Eclipse.
With our deserted beaches and pristine rainforest, this is one of the worlds most breathtaking locations and a perfect backdrop to view one of the worlds most spectacular phenomena.
The eclipse will be visible in Tropical North Queensland from Innisfail in the south to Bloomfield in the north. For further details download the Astronomical Society of Queensland 2012 total eclipse fact sheet.
DAINTREE ECLIPSE AVAILABILITY
ACCOMMODATION & ATTRACTIONS
The following properties have accommodation or activities available during the Eclipse event.
Cow Bay Homestay B&B
Walk to the beach for the solar eclipse on 14 November and then have a great breakfast here at the B&B. Minimum 3 nights. click here for online bookings at Cow Bay Homestay.
Daintree Crocodylus Village
Stay less than 3km from Cow Bay Beach for less than $100night. Families, couples and singles available. No minimum stay. click here for online bookings at Crocodylus Village Resort.
Daintree Views
Unique rainforest accommodation ideal for an intimate tropical wedding, a romantic honeymoon hideaway or the perfect choice to introduce the family to this amazing & world famous eco destination. Click here for online bookings at Daintree Views.
Thornton Beach House & Bungalows
Holiday house sleeps up to six (from $250pn), and one bungalow sleeps two ($85pn) still available. Directly opposite Thornton Beach - only 20 steps from doorstep to sand! 3 night minimum. Click here for online bookings at Thornton Beach Bungalows.
Jungle Surfing Canopy Tours
View the eclipse from above the rainforest canopy on Platform 2!! Exclusive Jungle Surfing tour for eight persons maximum. Viewing glasses & champagne breakfast included - once in a lifetime opportunity! Email info@junglesurfing.com.au for further details
Paddle Trek Kayak Adventures
Paddle out into Cape Trib Bay, watch the sun rise out of the ocean and watch the solar eclipse from your kayak. Champagne breakfast on return. Viewing glasses included.click here for online bookings for Paddletrek
Cow Bay Homestay
Cow Bay Homestay was built by the previous owners of the property in 1988.
It is a cypress pine pole house, located on the banks of an unnamed creek 1 km west of Cow Bay Beach. Wattle Close is one of the typical cul de sac streets in this area and the south boundary of the property is the Daintree National Park ,Alexandra Range, part of Cape Tribulation section.
Tangalooma Resort
Tangalooma is designed with you in mind; choose how you want to stay. There are five beach front accommodation styles, each set amidst luscious landscaped gardens and natural bushland, most with ocean views. Or take up residency in one of the exclusive island holiday houses with million dollar views over Moreton Bay and the Glasshouse Mountains.
Daintree Seascapes
Located in the World Heritage Rainforests and with sweeping views over the Coral Sea, this holiday home is perfectly positioned to provide easy access to the tropical wonderland of the Greater Daintree National Park.
Moreton Island
Depart Brisbane from Cleveland and ferry cruise across Moreton Bay Marine Park. Spot dolphins, turtles, a variety of seabirds, whales (in season) and dugongs. This Eco-Adventure of Queensland's most beautiful beaches includes hidden bays and fresh water lakes for swimming and forest trails.
Go Sea Kayak
Byron Bay
Byron Bay
You can surf Byron Bay's waves out at Cape Byron, Wategos or The Pass in your kayak. See Byron's Lighthouse from your kayak. And in whale season we regularly see Humpbacks up close and personal. You may see more than just dolphins, whales and turtles.
Cape Trib Horse Rides
The only horse riding available in the Cape Tribulation area, we cater for beginners, intermediate and experienced riders on a group of very friendly and well trained horses.
Black Dog Surfing
Welcome to Black Dog Surf School Byron Bay, the most personalised surf school in town! We offer the best ratio for a learn to surf group lesson in Byron Bay. We have one instructor to five students and that's why we can confidently guarantee that you will stand up on your first lesson or you can come again for free.
Jump the Beach
Brisbane
Brisbane
There's nothing else like it. A Beach Tandem Skydive in Australia is the ULTIMATE sky diving experience, and one that you'll never forget. Experience the amazing rush of freefall from 14,000 ft!
Tableland Adventure Guides
Explore some of the lesser known trails and by-ways of the Atherton Tablelands, North Queensland, Australia. Cycle, kayak and/or hike vibrant landscapes ranging from World-Heritage rainforests, breath-taking mountain lakes to the Queensland Outback.