This video shows what to expect from the solar eclipse that is scheduled to take place on January 15, 2009 and will be visible from the Maldives.  A solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes between the Sun and the Earth so that the Sun is fully or partially covered. This can only happen during a new moon, when the Sun and Moon are in conjunction as seen from the Earth. At least two and up to five solar eclipses can occur each year on Earth, with between zero and two of them being total eclipses. Total solar eclipses are nevertheless rare at any location because during each eclipse totality exists only along a narrow corridor in the relatively tiny area of the Moon’s umbra.

Solar Eclipse Liveaboard Cruise of Maldives

For an amazing opportunity to see the Maldives’ solar eclipse, you can partake in this very special eclipse liveaboard diving safari.