Galapagos Cruises

Private charters for the smaller vessels are also possible – a perfect option for a group of friends or family.

It is advisable to book at least nine to twelve months in advance or as early as possible for the greatest choice of boats. Whilst some people are able to book 18 months in advance, we appreciate that not everybody can commit so far in advance. If you are booking ‘late’ - i.e within 4 months - availability does become very limited, but please still contact us and will do our best for you.

On a typical cruise, as well as the land trails, you will also have an opportunity to  swim and snorkel, perhaps even being joined by sea lions. Dive cruises are generally kept separate from naturalist cruises - please ask us if this is a particular wish and see ‘Skydancer’ for an idea of the sort of boat available. If you enjoy scuba-diving and are an experienced diver, you will find the Galapagos to be one of the premier dive destinations in the world.

Most boats cruise around the islands in a figure-of-eight pattern, completing one loop in 5 days and the other in 4 days giving passengers a choice of 4, 5 or 9 day itineraries. The majority of boats visit the main islands. Half a day is spent at either end of your cruise flying from/to the mainland. Longer distances are covered at night, arriving at a new island the following day, ensuring that your time visiting the Galapagos Islands is put to the best use. There are usually two daily excursions off the boat.

We have listed some of our favourite boats, but there are a lot of motor yachts in the Galapagos and if there is one that you have heard about or that has been recommended to you and which is not in our list, let us know and we should be able to book it for you, subject to availability.

There are boats for all occasions and some are more suitable for families, specifically children, than others. Single travellers also need to be careful as some boats have a hefty single supplement and single cabins are a rarity.

Choosing your boat in the Galapagos is key to your enjoyment of the islands and as ever there is a choice to be made. The choice often depends on the state of your sea legs! More…

Diving in the Galapagos is done in one of two ways. You can choose a "livaboard" dive boat which is specifically equipped for diving. On these boats you will dive up to 4 times daily including night dives. These trips are usually for one week but can be booked for up to 10 days. The boats often go out to the remote islands of Wolf and Darwin, both famous for their schools of Hammerhead Sharks, giant Manta Rays and Whale Sharks. More…

The Eric, the Flamingo I and the Letty are identical superior first class motor yachts built in 1990. The interiors are of polished teak wood and picture windows on the upper two decks offer panoramic views. The yachts carry 20 people each. More…

Yacht La Pinta, an elegant 207-foot yacht, accommodating 48 passengers, offers a relaxed, yet truly superior expedition atmosphere, with luxurious cabins, large picture windows, the highest standards of service. La Pinta offers 7 night cruises taking in the most rewarding sites in the Galapagos Archipelago. More…

The 40-passenger Isabela II, with 20 outside cabins plus an owner’s suite, is one the most luxurious yacht cruising the Galapagos and offers an elegant yet relaxed atmosphere for experiencing the full adventure of the Islands. The yacht is fully air conditioned; all cabins are spacious and have private bathrooms. More…

The MV Santa Cruz cruise ship is a 222-foot long ship that accommodates 90 passengers in 47 cabins Cabins are on the Main, Upper or Boat decks and have private washrooms with showers. There is ample public area and deck space. 3, 4 and 7 night cruises are offered. More…

Skydancer’s sole purpose in life is to provide liveaboard accommodation for experienced divers. It offers the newest and best-equipped vessel for scuba diving in the Galapagos for 7 or 10 nights. The 100 ft vessel with a wide stern dive platform, has capacity for 16 passengers. There are 8 rooms spaced over two decks. Up to 4 dives are offered per day on a pre-planned, yet flexible itinerary. More…

The Beagle is a beautiful, fully air conditioned, deluxe, 32 metre (105 ft) steel hulled Brigantine schooner with teak deck and a spacious wooden interior. She was built in England in 1971 and was recently refurbished. The Beagle has 6 double cabins, each with private bathroom, plus there is another smaller cabin suitable for a single person. 7 night only itineraries are available on the Beagle. More…