Galápagos Ring of Fire
A private-yacht Galápagos adventure built around the January 26, 2028 annular solar eclipse.
Wildlife. Snorkeling. Marine biologists and expert naturalists. Sixteen travelers. One incredible yacht. And one of the rarest sky events on Earth.
$10,099 per person double occupancy • $600 per person deposit
A bucket-list expedition for nature lovers, eclipse chasers, and travelers who want something truly rare.
This is the trip
The Galápagos is already unreal. Add a solar eclipse? Absolutely unhinged.
This is for the travelers who want their bucket-list trip to feel rare, wild, deeply memorable, and a little bit “I can’t believe this is real life.”
We’re taking over the Reina Silvia Voyager for an intimate Galápagos adventure through the Western and Central Islands, with wildlife-rich landings, snorkeling, kayaking, panga rides, and expert interpretation throughout the journey.
There are only 16 travelers on this yacht — and 14 spots are already spoken for.
When
January 21–30, 2028, timed around the January 26 annular solar eclipse.
Ship
Reina Silvia Voyager, an intimate Galápagos catamaran reserved for our group.
Group Size
Just 16 travelers total. This is intentionally small, intimate, and experience-driven.
Availability
Only 2 spots remain. Booking is open now.
Pricing + Reservations
Your cabin is officially bookable.
This yacht holds just 16 travelers, and only two spots remain. A $600 per person deposit secures your reservation.
Travel Together
per person, based on double occupancy
Reserve Your SpotYour Own Space
solo occupancy
Reserve Your Spot$600 per person deposit to reserve
Space is extremely limited and reservations are subject to availability at time of booking.
The eclipse moment
A “ring of fire” eclipse in the Galápagos.
On January 26, 2028, an annular solar eclipse is expected to be visible from the Galápagos Islands, creating the famous “ring of fire” effect when the Moon passes in front of the Sun but does not fully cover it.
Solar eclipse viewing is always weather-dependent, but pairing this rare celestial event with one of the most unique ecosystems on the planet is exactly the kind of trip people talk about forever.
Rare sky event
A January 2028 annular eclipse gives this sailing an extraordinary once-in-a-lifetime moment.
Island expedition
Spend the rest of the trip exploring by yacht, panga, snorkel, kayak, and guided walks.
Expert-led wonder
Learn the “why” behind what you’re seeing, from endemic wildlife to volcanic landscapes and marine ecosystems.
Eclipse viewing is weather-dependent and cannot be guaranteed. Viewing plans may be adjusted based on weather, safety, and local operating conditions.
About the ship
Reina Silvia Voyager: modern catamaran comfort in the Galápagos.
The Reina Silvia Voyager offers increased stability for cruising through the Galápagos Islands, with a spacious sun deck, Jacuzzi, and private balconies available with most cabins.
This is the kind of ship that lets you experience the destination up close while still having a comfortable, elevated place to return to between excursions.
Wildlife energy
This itinerary is packed with “how is this real?” moments.
Think giant tortoises, flamingos, sea lions, marine iguanas, sea turtles, rays, penguins, blue-footed boobies, frigatebirds, and volcanic landscapes that feel like another planet.
- 🐢Giant tortoises in the Santa Cruz highlands and breeding center
- 🦭Playful sea lions during snorkeling and island landings
- 🐧Penguins, marine iguanas, rays, turtles, and reef sharks
- 🦩Flamingos and birdlife in lagoons and coastal habitats
- 🐦Blue-footed boobies and magnificent frigatebirds on North Seymour
- 🌋Lava flows, volcanic viewpoints, mangroves, coves, and tide pools
The Galápagos itinerary
Western + Central Islands, roundtrip Baltra.
Our Galápagos sailing follows the West and Central Islands route aboard the Reina Silvia Voyager, with arrival and departure through Baltra Island.
Click each day to peek at the wildlife, landscapes, snorkeling, and expedition moments built into this route.
Day 1: Baltra / Santa Cruz
Arrive at Baltra, visit the Santa Cruz highlands to see giant tortoises, explore the Charles Darwin Research Station, and board the Reina Silvia Voyager.
Day 2: Floreana
Visit Punta Cormorant, snorkel Champion Islet, explore Post Office Bay, and visit the pirate cave area in the highlands.
Day 3: Isabela
Explore Punta Moreno’s lava formations and lagoons, then head by panga through Elizabeth Bay’s mangroves in search of turtles, rays, penguins, and birdlife.
Day 4: Isabela / Fernandina
Visit Urbina Bay near Alcedo Volcano, then continue to Punta Espinoza on Fernandina for marine iguanas, sea lions, birds, and snorkeling.
Day 5: Tagus Cove / Punta Vicente Roca
Hike to views over Tagus Cove and Darwin Lake, kayak or snorkel, then explore Punta Vicente Roca, one of the Galápagos’ best marine life sites.
Day 6: Santiago
Visit Buccaneer Cove, then continue to Puerto Egas for tide pools, dark sand beaches, sea lions, lava lizards, snorkeling, turtles, rays, and reef sharks.
Day 7: Santa Cruz / North Seymour
Relax or swim at Bachas Beach, then visit North Seymour for guided wildlife walks, sea lion colonies, blue-footed boobies, and magnificent frigatebirds.
Day 8: Baltra
Disembark after breakfast and transfer to the airport for flights home or onward travel.
What’s Included
Expedition-style travel with comfort built in.
This experience combines an intimate Galápagos yacht sailing with guided wildlife encounters, incredible marine experiences, and the support of Gilded Getaways before you ever step onboard.
- ✔7-night Galápagos cruise aboard the Reina Silvia Voyager
- ✔Meals onboard as outlined by the itinerary
- ✔Guided naturalist-led excursions
- ✔Snorkeling, panga rides, wildlife walks, and island landings
- ✔Santa Cruz highlands and Charles Darwin Research Station
- ✔Floreana, Isabela, Fernandina, Santiago, North Seymour, and more
- ✔Hosted Gilded Getaways planning support
- ✔Solar eclipse-focused pre-trip guidance
Who this trip is for
This one is for the nature nerds, eclipse chasers, and bucket-list people.
If your dream trip includes wildlife, wild landscapes, expert guides, snorkeling, rare celestial events, and stories you’ll be telling forever, you’ve found your people.
Eclipse chasers
You love the idea of building a once-in-a-lifetime trip around a rare sky event.
Wildlife lovers
You want tortoises, sea lions, penguins, marine iguanas, birds, turtles, rays, and more.
Small-ship travelers
You want an intimate expedition experience with only 16 travelers instead of a giant cruise ship vibe.
A trip this wild deserves the photos
Your camera roll is going to be ridiculous.
Blue-footed boobies, sea lions, snorkeling, volcanic landscapes, yacht days, and wildlife that truly does not care that humans exist.
The final two spots
This is your “book the Galápagos” sign.
Sixteen travelers. One private yacht. The Galápagos Islands. And an annular solar eclipse happening while we’re there.
Fourteen spots are already spoken for, which means there are only two spots left on this entire experience.
If you’ve been watching this trip and waiting for the moment to say yes, this is that moment.
Space is subject to availability at the time of booking. Eclipse viewing is weather-dependent and cannot be guaranteed. Itinerary details may be adjusted due to weather, wildlife, safety, National Park requirements, or local operating conditions.