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Is a charter yacht the best way to experience this year’s solar eclipse?<\/p>\n
Burgess<\/p>\n
For just a few minutes this August, daylight will give way to darkness. This summer\u2019s solar eclipse\u2014Europe\u2019s first in nearly three decades\u2014is expected to draw tourists to Spain and the Balearic Islands in droves, while those in Greenland, Norway and the Arctic will also be lucky enough to witness \u201ctotality\u201d.<\/p>\n
Hotels, beaches, and popular viewpoints along the eclipse\u2019s path are likely to fill quickly. Charter yachts, however, offer something few land-based locations can: complete privacy, luxury, and a front-row seat beneath surreally darkening skies. From Arctic explorers to Mediterranean cruisers, these are some of the standout options\u2026<\/p>\n
StarfireAvailable in Norway
Best for: A bucket-list expedition trip<\/p>\n
Starfire is asking from \u20ac680,000 per week with Northrop & Johnson<\/p>\n
Northrop & Johnson<\/p>\n
Starfire<\/a> brings together L\u00fcrssen pedigree and expedition capability to create one of the most impressive charter platforms for viewing the solar eclipse. The 239.5-foot superyacht holds 12 guests and has no shortage of viewpoints\u2014from her expansive sundeck and observation lounge to the full-beam swim platform, where guests can dine right at the water\u2019s edge.<\/p>\n A glass-enclosed spa and gym with a sauna and cold plunge open directly onto the deck, while a heated swimming pool transforms into a generous Jacuzzi for evenings beneath the stars (or nippy Norwegian mornings). Interiors by Fran\u00e7ois Zuretti generate their own kind of warmth through polished wood panels, silk sofas and low-lit lamps.<\/p>\n DreamAvailable in Spain and the Balearics Dream is asking from \u20ac430,000 per week with Burgess<\/p>\n Burgess<\/p>\n Guests aboard Dream<\/a> can arrange for private astronomers, telescope setups, astrophotography guidance and bespoke wellness rituals timed around the celestial event, turning fleeting minutes into an extraordinary experience for the scientifically curious (or mystical). And the yacht itself offers one of the most exclusive vantage points afloat. <\/p>\n Built by Abeking & Rasmussen, the 196.8-foot yacht pairs a vast sundeck\u2014complete with Jacuzzi and oversized sun pads\u2014with a tranquil Bannenberg & Rowell interior designed as a retreat from the spectacle outside. Inside, precious woods, bespoke European furnishings and Asian artwork create a calm, Zen-like atmosphere, while one of the \u201cquietest owner\u2019s suites\u201d on the charter market adds to the sense of privacy.<\/p>\n SlipstreamAvailable in Spain and the Balearics Slipstream is asking from \u20ac350,000 per week with Burgess<\/p>\n Burgess<\/p>\n Few charter yachts make an entrance quite like Slipstream<\/a>. The 196.8-foot CMN-built superyacht combines a cutting black exterior with an interior palette of rich reds, ochres and contemporary artwork, creating an iconic backdrop for any photos taken along the charter route\u2014from Aguas Blancas, a golden-sand stretch in Ibiza, to the tiny fishing village of Cala Figuera.<\/p>\n Beautiful anchorages aside, her sundeck is the place to be for the solar eclipse, with generous sun pads, a sheltered Jacuzzi and glass windbreak creating uninterrupted sightlines. Accommodation for 12 guests is complemented by a cinema, gym and an extensive watersports inventory, making Slipstream an excellent choice for guests who want the eclipse to become one unforgettable chapter in a chic Mediterranean charter.<\/p>\n DianeAvailable in Spain and the Balearics Diane is asking from \u20ac140,000 per week with Edmiston<\/p>\n Edmiston<\/p>\n For a more relaxed Mediterranean option, Diane<\/a> offers the perfect balance of comfort and adventure. Built by Italian yard Benetti and extensively refreshed between 2018 and 2021, the 141-foot yacht combines Fran\u00e7ois Zuretti interiors with generous outdoor spaces designed for languid days in the Balearic sun.<\/p>\n She accommodates 11 guests across five en-suite cabins, including a main-deck master suite with a study area, walk-in wardrobe and Jacuzzi bathroom. Two additional twin cabins\u2014one with a Pullman berth option\u2014make the yacht particularly well suited to families.<\/p>\n A large fold-out beach club, gym and collection of water toys, including SeaBobs, kayaks and Seadoos, bring just enough high-octane fun to take the charter up a notch.<\/p>\n SheergoldAvailable in Greenland and Iceland Sheergold is asking from \u20ac140,000 per week with Hill Robinson<\/p>\n Hill Robinson<\/p>\n
Best for: Wellness and astronomy enthusiasts<\/p>\n
Best for: Contemporary design lovers<\/p>\n
Best for: Exceptional value<\/p>\n
Best for: Dramatic Arctic scenery<\/p>\n