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ECLIPSE TOUR #58 “RING SOLAR ECLIPSE”- GALAPAGOS ISLANDS

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From$10,500
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From$10,500
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4325
January 21 - 28, 2028
Max People : 200
Tour Details

ANNUAL ECLIPSE TO THE GALAPAGOS

Exact dates to be confirmed by Summer 2025. More information to come.

Please note that details regarding this tour are still being developed, but do not let that dissuade you from reserving your spot to witness this incredible phenomenon. Guarantee your spot by reserving today!

 

What kind of eclipse is this? Just to be clear, this is an annular eclipse.  That is, the Moon is farther away than normal from the Earth and it will not completely cover the Sun. At central eclipse there will be a complete ring of sunlight surrounding the Moon. Some 94% of the Sun’s disc will be covered. The eclipse path width is 261km/162miles and we just happen to be lucky enough to get underneath the Moon’s shadow on Easter Island. The sky will not get completely dark but don’t let that dissuade you. It can be a photographic dream to capture Baily’s Beads (lunar mountains interacting with the Sun’s limb) at the start and again at the end of the eclipse.  For those engaged in extreme photography it may even be possible capture the inner corona or a prominence, though doing this is not for the faint of heart.  For your safety any photography and visual observation must be carried out at ALL TIMES with a proper neutral density filter. We will be providing ‘partial eclipse glasses’ to everyone.

Itinerary

Departure TBDJanuary 21 - 23, 2028

Exact dates to be confirmed by Summer 2025

Annular EclipseJanuary 26, 2028

Return Date TBDJanuary 28 - 30, 2028

Exact dates to be confirmed by Summer 2025

Price Includes

  • 7-night program aboard National Geographic Islander II operated by Lindblad Expeditions
  • Excursions, hotels, and airport transfers, as indicated in the itinerary
  • Selection of exploration tools curated to your destination, such as Zodiacs and glass-bottom boats, stand-up paddleboards, kayaks, snorkeling equipment (including wetsuits, masks, and fins), and other state-of-the-art gear
  • Guidance and company of our leading expedition staff
  • All meals as indicated in the itinerary, both aboard and onshore. Meals are inspired by regional cuisine and locally sourced where possible.
  • Beer, wine, cocktails, and spirits aboard all ships. We are also pleased to offer a selection of super premium wines and liquors available for purchase.
  • Beer and wine with meals aboard Oberoi Philae and Sun Goddess. Additional alcoholic beverages are available for purchase.
  • Complimentary Starlink-enabled wi-fi internet is available to all guests aboard our fleet, enabling email, messaging, and social media. Enhanced and Premium internet packages are available for purchase, which may enable video chat, web browsing, and streaming (connectivity permitting).
  • Presentations on your destination by expedition staff and expert guest speakers
  • Complimentary reusable water bottle to fill at onboard water refill stations.
  • The services of a physician, physician’s assistant, nurse practitioner, or paramedic
  • Morning stretch classes and 24-hour access to exercise equipment where available
  • 24-hour access to lounges, observation decks, library stocked with regionally relevant literature, and other shared spaces
  • Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic certified photo instructor (all ships)
  • Park and site entrance fees, special access permits, and port taxes
  • Crew gratuities aboard National Islander II
  • Presentations by Paul D. Maley
  • “Eclipse glasses” for observing the eclipse

Price Excludes

  • Airfare (except flights when indicated as included)
  • Pre- and/or post-expedition extensions
  • Additional hotel nights
  • Private transfers
  • Travel protection plans
  • Passport, visa, or immigration fees
  • Laundry, spa treatments, scuba diving, Wi-Fi, and phone services (except when indicated as included)
Cost, Registration, & Payment

Pricing Information

PRICE

Standard Outside cabin:           anticipated price range of $10,500 to 11,500 per person

Premium Outside cabin:           anticipated price range of $15,000 to 16,500 per person

Suites:                                           anticipated price range of $16,000 to 18,000 per person

 

Payment Information

DEPOSIT SCHEDULE

Refundable Deposit of $1500 per person is due at time of booking

2nd Deposit of $4,000 is due on January 16, 2027

Final Payment is due July 15, 2027

 

CANCELLATION SCHEDULE

BEFORE 6/30/2026 – Fully refundable

July 1, 2026 to January 1, 2027 – $1500 non-refundable deposit

After January 2, 2027 – Full Penalty, no monies will be refunded.

 

IF YOU LIVE OUTSIDE THE UNITED STATES you may pay by one of these methods: 1) credit cards, or 2) wire transfer. A USD$50 fee is charged if a wire transfer is used for each payment.  No checks or money orders can be accepted! Please contact Direct Travel Groups Team reservations@directtravelgroups.com  to make arrangements.

Registering for the Tour

HOW TO SIGN UP FOR THE EXPEDITION

  1. Click HERE to REGISTER and make payment. One registration form must be submitted for each person in your party.

We cannot confirm you unless both the registration form [one for each person] and payment are all received.

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