Silversea, the leading experiential luxury and expedition travel brand, is elevating the way guests experience the untouched beauty of the Galápagos Islands. Starting July 5, 2025, guests traveling to the Galápagos with Silversea will experience an enhanced journey to and from the archipelago, eliminating a layover in Guayaquil, and reducing travel time to two hours. And, with pre- and post-cruise enhancements designed to make their adventure even more unforgettable, guests will experience the beauty of Quito and the Galápagos in a way only delivered by Silversea.
“At the core of everything we do is a commitment to continual evolution, shaping the most enriching experiences for our guests,” said Bert Hernandez, president, Silversea. “This enhanced guest journey to the Galápagos reflects this dedication – streamlining every touchpoint to make visiting this bucket list destination more accessible and seamless than ever. We always put the guest at the center of everything we do, creating opportunities for deeper connections to the destination and this is one more way we’re leveraging our deep expedition and destination expertise to further elevate the Silversea experience.”
NEW CHARTER FLIGHTS BRING GUESTS IN UPGRADED COMFORT
Now, guests will enjoy a more seamless connection to the Galápagos with new charter flights between Quito, Ecuador and San Cristóbal Island in the Galápagos, exclusively reserved for guests sailing on board Silver Origin. The new charter flights feature private check-in services, and once on board, guests will enjoy upgraded amenities, including an upgraded in-flight meal service featuring alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, blocked middle seats, and increased passenger space for a more comfortable flight.
And, with pre- and post-cruise hotel stays and tour options in Quito, Ecuador, guests have more time to explore before starting their Galápagos expedition.
UNCOMPROMISED COMFORT IN THE GALÁPAGOS ISLANDS
Silver Origin, the most luxurious ship to sail in the Galápagos Islands, features 50 all-suite accommodations with butler service in every suite. Purpose built to sail this unique archipelago, Silver Origin offers year-round 7-to-14-night expeditions in the Galápagos, designed to immerse guests in this unique ecosystem in unmatched comfort.
With industry-leading expedition leaders, exceptional crew-to-guest ratios, and personalized service, guests will gain a deeper look at the islands. On board, the expedition team is composed of Silversea expedition leaders and Certified Naturalist Guides, officially accredited and licensed by the Galápagos National Park.
To learn more about Silver Origin and Silversea’s Galápagos offerings, please visit: Exploring the Galapagos with Silversea.
