INSIDER CIRCLE
FEATURED GUESTS
We unite individuals who challenge boundaries across disciplines, geographies, and generations. Our featured guests embody the spirit of exploration, shaping the dialogue of each journey.
DR. KATHRYN D. SULLIVAN
Geologist, oceanographer, and former NASA astronaut, Dr. Kathryn D. Sullivan was the first American woman to walk in space and reach Challenger Deep. A former NOAA chief, she bridges space and sea.
DR. NEIL DEGRASSE TYSON
Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson is an astrophysicist, author, and host of StarTalk and Cosmos. As Director of the Hayden Planetarium, he brings science to life—mixing curiosity, culture, and humor.
DR. BETH SHAPIRO
A leading voice in evolutionary biology, Dr. Beth Shapiro is Chief Scientist at Colossal. Her work in ancient DNA, de-extinction, and conservation genomics is reshaping the future of biodiversity and biotechnology.
CHAI VASARHELYI
The Academy Award-winning Filmmaker behind “Free Solo”, “Meru”, and “Nyad”, Chai Vasarhelyi is known for her cinematic storytelling that captures the limits of human potential, resilience, and emotional depth.
PAUL OAKENFOLD
Legendary DJ & producer, Paul Oakenfold pioneered electronic dance music globally, shaping club culture, film scores, and festival anthems for decades. A three-time Grammy nominee, he’s collaborated with U2, Madonna, The Rolling Stones and many others.
GMUNK
GMUNK is a visionary digital artist whose works include Tron: Legacy and Windows 10’s iconic wallpaper with commissions for clients such as Billie Eilish, NASA, Disney, Adidas, Samsung, Audi, Maserati, etc. His projection-mapping opus BOX is one of the most viral short films ever made.
simoneone
simoneone combines intricate patterns, textures, neon hues, and pastel tones to create striking illustrations of organic geometry informed by fine art, fashion, and architecture. Her work appears across product packaging, children’s books, and large-scale event installations.
VOYAGER REFLECTIONS
AN EXTRAORDINARY VOYAGE
FEW WILL EVER KNOW
This is not a cruise. It is a private voyage of access, intimacy, and meaning, limited to just one hundred Voyagers whose curiosity matches their sense of adventure. Your companions are extraordinary Featured Guests whose influence has shaped the worlds of exploration, science, art, and culture.
Here, connections form through shared experiences. You may kayak beside Kathryn Sullivan, walk volcanic shores with Neil deGrasse Tyson, or share a table with Beth Shapiro or Chai Vasarhelyi. These moments unfold against the untamed beauty of the Galápagos as part of the same journey you share.
FROM SUNRISE TO STARLIGHT
Each morning begins with coffee on your private veranda as the first light touches the horizon. Minutes later, you could be standing on a beach where blue footed boobies nest undisturbed or gliding into a cove where sea lions drift through crystalline waters.
A GLIMPSE OF YOUR JOURNEY
- Quito Welcome — FUTURE of SPACE welcome reception, where fellow Voyagers and Featured Guests before the adventure begins
- San Cristóbal — Private charter flight to the Galápagos. Step aboard Silver Origin, raise your glass, and watch the sun sink into the Pacific
- Kicker Rock and Cerro Brujo — Snorkel among reef sharks, rays, and turtles, then stroll a pristine white sand beach alive with marine life
- Española Island — Nesting waved albatross, the blowhole at Punta Suárez, and turquoise waters at Gardner Bay
- Floreana Island — Kayak beside penguins and leave a message in the legendary Post Office Bay
- Santa Cruz Island — Meet giant tortoises, then wander the lush highlands rich with birdlife
- Bartolomé Island — Summit for the Galápagos’ most iconic view, then snorkel around Pinnacle Rock
- Santiago and Rábida Islands — Walk ancient lava flows and swim from Rábida’s striking red sand beach
Throughout the voyage, all Featured Guests and Voyagers share the journey. Conversations arise on volcanic summits, moments of awe ripple across turquoise waters, and quiet bonds form on pristine shores. Every landing is guided by expert naturalists who reveal the unique wildlife and landscapes of the Galápagos, turning each excursion into an expedition of discovery. With DJ Paul Oakenfold onboard, one night will bring music and dancing to the heart of the voyage. You may also join an intimate art session inspired by the islands or a ceviche class celebrating the flavors of Ecuador.
A STORY THAT CANNOT BE REPEATED
This is not a trip you take; it is one you inhabit. The privilege of access, the intimacy of connection, and the caliber of minds on board create an experience without parallel.
The Galápagos reveals itself only to those who travel with purpose and presence. When the voyage ends, the conversations, perspectives, and friendships will remain long after the islands fade from view.
Suites are limited to one hundred Voyagers. Reserve yours now and be part of a story that can only be written once.
EXPERIENCE THE GALÁPAGOS
For millennia, the Galápagos have stood as a living laboratory—where evolution unfolds in real time and biodiversity defies imagination. This remote volcanic archipelago is home to over 9,000 species found nowhere else on Earth.
FUTURE of SPACE invites you to Space2Sea Galápagos, a one-of-a-kind expedition taking place on November 1–8, 2025. Travel with a group of brilliant minds aboard Silver Origin, Silversea’s most intimate and sustainable vessel, purpose-built for exploring these protected waters.
Limited to just 100 guests, Space2Sea Galápagos is your chance to experience one of Earth’s last wild frontiers, where nature leads, ideas collide, and perspective expands.
CRAFTED FOR COMFORT,
DESIGNED FOR DISCOVERY
Step aboard Silver Origin, the only ship purpose-built for sailing the Galápagos Islands. With eight decks, eight suite categories, and 5,800 square feet of thoughtfully designed space, it offers a seamless blend of immersion, comfort, and ease. Your home base for exploring one of the world’s most extraordinary ecosystems.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
GROUP TRANSFERS
- Quito Airport (UIO) → JW Marriott Quito Hotel
- JW Marriott Quito Hotel → Quito Airport (UIO)
- Galápagos Airport ↔ Pier
CHARTER FLIGHTS
- Quito → San Cristóbal (Avianca Airlines)
- San Cristóbal → Quito (Avianca Airlines)
ACCOMMODATIONS
- Two-night hotel stay at JW Marriott Quito
- Breakfast 10/31 & 11/1
ONBOARD INCLUSIONS
- 7-nights aboard Silversea Silver Origin
- Butler service
- All meals, wines, and spirits
- Zodiac excursions, snorkeling, kayaking, guided hikes
- Expedition gear provided: 3mm wetsuits, snorkels, fins, mask
- Full access to all public areas, lectures, activities onboard
CURATED PROGRAM
- Guided hikes and excursions led by Galápagos-certified Naturalists
- Zodiac tours, snorkeling, guided hikes, and wildlife encounters
- Seaside Conversations with Featured Guests
FEES AND PERMITS
- Galápagos National Park entry fee
- Ingala Transit Control Card (TCT)
- Port taxes and service charges
THOUGHTFUL EXPLORATION,
RESPONSIBLE IMPACT
We see exploration as a catalyst for positive change. Every journey is crafted with care, focused on minimizing our environmental impact while benefiting the communities we encounter. In 2025, we are proud to partner with Silversea and its Silver Origin, the only ship specifically built for the Galápagos and designed with sustainability in mind. Throughout the year, the FUTURE of SPACE contributes to reforestation efforts in collaboration with the Arbor Day Foundation and empowers individuals by sponsoring their journeys, including cancer survivors and veterans. Our outreach programs touch the lives of students in 42 countries, fostering curiosity and connection across the globe.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Butler service in every suite, Silversea’s hallmark of hospitality · Pillow menu for tailored sleep comfort · In-suite refrigerator and bar, stocked to your preferences · Plush bathrobes and luxury bath amenities · Hair dryer and umbrella for added convenience · Floor-to-ceiling windows for panoramic views
MASHPI LODGE
PRE-VOYAGE OPTION
Visit the Mashpi Lodge in the breathtaking Ecuadorian Rainforest with Céline Cousteau as your guide.
BOOKING CONDITIONS
Before securing your suite, please take a moment to review the Reservation Policy.
After a transformative journey to Antarctica, I find myself still reflecting on the magnitude of that voyage. It wasn’t just a trip. It was a shift in perspective. Now, I invite you to join me on the next chapter. This November, I’ll be setting sail once again with FUTURE of SPACE, this time to the Galápagos Islands—a living laboratory of evolution, biodiversity, and planetary wonder. The kind of place where questions outnumber answers and curiosity is mandatory. On board, we’ll dive deep—not just into the waters that shaped Darwin’s thinking—but into the very questions that shape our future:
What does it mean to explore? To conserve? To evolve? If Antarctica changed your view of Earth, the Galápagos might just change your view of life itself.
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