Annular Solar Eclipse on Horseback
Annular Solar Eclipse in Patagonia
February 6, 2027. A ring of fire over Los Alerces National Park.
A ring of fire over Los Alerces National Park on February 6, 2027. The annular eclipse reaches its maximum around 11:56 local time, with close to seven minutes of the ring. A four-night trip built around the eclipse, with horseback riding, kayaking, and long lunches out in the country.
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The Ring of Fire, at Midday
For close to seven minutes around 11:56 local time, the moon slides across the sun and leaves a bright ring hanging over the Andes. We hand out certified eclipse glasses to every guest so everyone can look up safely.
This Doesn't Happen Often
A solar eclipse only lines up over any given place once in a very long while. After this one, the next annular eclipses fall over Ecuador, North Africa, India, and the South Atlantic, spread across years and continents. The chance to watch one from horseback in Los Alerces, with the Andes behind you, doesn't come around twice.
Itinerary Overview
February 5: Arrival
Fly into Esquel (EQS) or Bariloche (BRC); ask us and we'll point you to the connections we recommend from Buenos Aires. Once you reach the lodge, settle into your room and ease into the trip: a welcome drink, a briefing on how eclipse day will run, and a first dinner together.
February 6: Eclipse Day
The eclipse peaks at midday, so we shape the whole day around that moment. The morning stays flexible: a ride out into the park, an easy walk by the river, or a slow start at the lodge, whatever the group feels like. Then a country-style lunch out in the open and time to settle in and take in the ring of fire when it comes.
February 7: Full Day Horseback
Full day riding through Los Alerces National Park. Scenery, rivers, lakes, remote trails. Return to lodge for dinner and evening to decompress and share eclipse stories.
February 8: Full Day Horseback
Another full day in the saddle. Explore different terrain, spot wildlife, take in the Patagonian landscape. Evening at the lodge.
February 9: Departure
Checkout and head to Esquel or Bariloche for your flights. Safe travels.
Airport transfers are not included. Ask us and we'll help you arrange one, or point you to a rental car.
Pricing and inclusions coming soon. Contact us for early-bird rates and to secure your spot.
February in Patagonia is usually sunny, but mountain weather is famously unpredictable and a cloudy sky is always possible. We'll do everything we can to put you in the best spot for the best day, though clear skies are the one thing no one can promise.
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Limited spots available, maximum 10 guests total. Fill out your details and we'll send you pricing, availability, and eclipse logistics.