Solar Eclipse Tour In Queensland, Australia,

04-02-2012

 Special "Giving Back" Solar Eclipse Tour Planned for November In Queensland, Australia, to Benefit the Green Corridor Project

 

Tour Operator Elevate Destinations Announces

Noted American Astronomer, Educator, Author Stephan Martin as Guest Host

 

CAMBRIDGE, MA, April 2, 2012 ˆ The rewards of traveling „down under‰ are exponential in late fall 2012, reports a Cambridge, MA, travel company, Elevate Destinations.

 

In addition to the genuine friendliness of hospitable Australia, a full solar eclipse is on the Aussie calendar on Nov. 14, 2012.  Plus, guests of Elevate Destinations to this ancient land have opportunities to roll up their sleeves alongside new-found „mates‰ (friends), working together on a community conservation project.     

 

Australian Outback Solar Eclipse is a Nov. 9-15, 2012 tour at $5,500 per person (double) that benefits the Green Corridor Project, a long-term initiative aimed at restoring the health of the Barron River, through re-vegetation along the riverbanks. The rate includes transfers, accommodations, some meals, guides, tours and eclipse celebration.http://www.elevatedestinations.com/eclipse.html.

 

Eclipse viewing will be in the highlands above Cairns, adjacent to the World Heritage Rainforest on the northeastern coast of Queensland, one of the most remarkable bioregions of the world. Here guests will see the event near to its easternmost point and for its maximum time period, in excess of two minutes (weather permitting).

 

Accommodations are at the Amaroo Tented Camp on the Barron River near Kuranda. Here during the day guests are spirited away on a riverboat tour and an exploration of environmental initiatives. Kuranda also provides access to the Barron Gorge where local Aboriginal people share their ancient knowledge of this tropical rainforest region and its cultural heritage. Other local highlights include the Kuranda Scenic Railway and the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway ˆ the world‚s longest rainforest cableway, which offers an educational rainforest experience with a spectacular view. This adventure also includes Sydney, Tablelands, Dinden National Park, visits with Aboriginals and a day helping with the Green Corridor Project.

 

The trip leader is Stephan Martin, an astronomer, educator and author who has participated in scientific expeditions around the world to observe and study solar eclipses. Currently Assistant Professor of Astronomy at Bristol Community College in southeastern Massachusetts, he frequently lectures and gives presentations on astronomy and the wonders of the night sky at educational centers, planetariums, and other popular venues around the country. He is an avid traveler with an interest in the environment and the rich diversity of nature and culture around the globe. His 2010 book Cosmic Conversations explores interdisciplinary perspectives on the universe through interviews with scientists, spiritual leaders, indigenous elders and cultural creatives.

 

About Elevate Destinations

Elevate Destinations is a designer of responsive travel: travel that makes a difference to the countries they visit.  They are specialists in custom designing extraordinary individual, group and family trips, giving a percentage of profits to the protection of natural resources and community development in destination countries. Visits to community projects as well as short-term service and volunteer opportunities are available to all interested travelers. Elevate also creates donor trips for non-profit organizations to highlight their successful overseas work. Whenever possible, eco-luxury accommodations are utilized. These green options do not compromise on aesthetics, amenities, service or security.

For more information please visit http://www.elevatedestinations.com/ or call (617) 661-0203.

 

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