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Have you ever wanted to witness an eclipse – from the depths of a canyon system or from the skies in an airplane? What about your dream of watching the night skies come alive, dancing with the colors of the Northern Lights?
Your dreams can come true. Join expert guides and your fellow space enthusiasts on a thrilling Planetary Society expedition.
Antarctica, Alaska, China, Mexico, Lake Baikal, the Grand Canyon, Tahiti…The Planetary Society’s partner in travel since 1999, Betchart Expeditions, will take you on the travel experience of your dreams.
Alaska Aurora Borealis | March 16-23, 2023
Discover magnificent Denali and the Northern Lights In the pristine splendor of Alaska in winter.
Bali and East Timor Total Solar Eclipse | April 10-23, 2023
Enjoy the enchantment of Bali, see the Komodo dragons on Flores, then fly to East Timor to see the Total Solar Eclipse.
Western Australia Total Solar Eclipse | April 13-24, 2023
Delight in the magnificent natural world of Western Australia. Stay on a 1/4 million acre cattle station near Exmouth in glamping tents for the time of your life! Swim with manta rays and whale sharks in the Indian Ocean.
New Mexico Annular Eclipse | Oct. 8-15, 2023
See the International Balloon Fiesta, the ancient Indian pueblos at Chaco Canyon and Mesa Verde, and the annular eclipse.
New Mexico Annular Eclipse | Oct. 10-17, 2023
See the International Balloon Fiesta, the ancient Indian pueblos at Chaco Canyon and Mesa Verde, and the annular eclipse.
Antarctica | Dec. 5-18, 2023
Discover this icy paradise of stunning mountains and wildlife!
Alaska Aurora Borealis | March 7–13, 2024
Discover magnificent Denali and the northern lights in the pristine splendor of Alaska in winter.
Mexico Copper Canyon and Durango Total Solar Eclipse | April 1–9, 2024
Discover Copper Canyon and Mazatlan and then see Durango and the eclipse high in the Sierra Madre!