Eclipse trip in Libya, August 2027

Benghazi, Libya

Duration9 days · 8 nights

Price fromOn request

LocationBenghazi, Libya

Designed for eclipse chasers, keen travellers and anyone who loves a truly unique adventure, this tour is built around the total solar eclipse of 2 August 2027. Already dubbed the eclipse of the century, it is set to have one of the longest totality durations in recent history, at 6 minutes and 10 seconds, and its path crosses directly through eastern Libya and Benghazi.

Most of eclipse day is dedicated to the rare excitement and beauty of totality, experienced in Benghazi, one of the least visited places for tourists on the planet. The area is not prone to cloud cover, so the chances of a perfect view are very high, and the viewing spot has been chosen to sit directly in the eclipse path.

Highlights

The total solar eclipse of 2 August 2027
Totality lasting 6 minutes and 10 seconds
A selected viewing spot directly in the path of the eclipse
Benghazi, a rarely visited destination in eastern Libya

Booking terms

A 50% deposit is due three months before the scheduled arrival date, with the remaining 50% payable on the day of arrival. You may fly directly to Benghazi if direct flights are available for your dates; travellers arriving in Tripoli need an additional flight to Benghazi.

Program

Day 1 29-07-2027
Arrive in in the morning.or Benghazi
In the afternoon we catch a f the second largest city in Libya. We will enjoy a short city tour visiting the main landmarks of the city, including Birka, the Italian military Campus Supply Base from World War II.
Day 2 30-07-2027
We embark on a scenic coastal drive to Ptolemais, once the capital of Pentapolis.
Continue to Al Bayda, the capital of the Green Mountain district, for lunch and afternoon exploration.
Overnight in Shahha.
Day 3 31-07-2027
We will explore the site of Apollonia and the traditional village of Sousa. A bit further along the coast we will also find Haua Fteah Cave, one of the world’s largest caves.
Finally we will visit the ancient ruins of Cyrene. Built on a series of levels and only partially excavated, you will follow the narrow paths through the city and its history.
Overnight in Shahat
Day 4 1-08-2027
Another morning drive along the coast, through Ra’s Al Hilal to L’Atrun where we will visit a Byzantine Basilica. We will also take a boat tour through the sea caves.
We return to Benghazi through the Green Mountain and stop to visit the Qasr Libya Museum.
Overnight in Benghazi
Day 5 02-08-2027
Early start to witness the Total Solar Eclipse from Benghazi.
In the afternoon we fly back to Tripoli.
Overnight in Tripoli
Day 6 03-08-2027
Tripoli – Leptis Magna – Tripoli
Full-day excursion to Leptis Magna, “the Rome of Africa.”
• Leptis Magna is a prominent Roman city, the ruins of which are located in Al-Khums, on the coast where the Wadi Lebda River meets the sea.
Day 7 04-08-2027
Tripoli – Sabratha – Tripoli
After breakfast, we depart for Sabratha, 80 kilometers west of Tripoli.
Meal plan: breakfast, light lunch, dinner
Day 8 05-08-2027
Tripoli
s Square, the mosque built on the site of a Catholic cathedral, Martyrs’ Square, etc.
Lunch at one of the restaurants in the Old City.
Continue strolling through the streets with their bustling bazaars.
Excursion along the city’s main
Day 9 06-08-2027
Breakfast at the hotel and departure to the airport

Included

Official visa invitation letter (e-visa can also be arranged, subject to requirements)
Eclipse viewing at a selected spot in the path of totality

Not included

Submitting the visa application (the traveller's responsibility)
Domestic flight Tripoli–Benghazi for travellers arriving in Tripoli

Departure dates

29/07/2027

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