Galapagos Small Ships & Yachts
Choose from the finest vessels in the islands See below for our top selections in each class
Luxury and First Class Options Our Galapagos specialists will help you choose the ideal vessel
Galapagos Cruises on Small Ships: The Ideal Way to Explore
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Luxury Class Yachts
Galapagos luxury yachts are different from normal luxury cruises. While they offer premium service and tend to be more sleek, elegant, and modern than other Galapagos options, they are still expedition ships with a focus on ecotourism. Luxury boats may offer larger cabin sizes, or amenities such as a jacuzzi or private balconies.
Endemic
A top 16 passenger luxury catamaran
Days: 8, 6, 5 & 4 | From: $4,690/per person
Ocean Spray
An exceptional 16 passenger luxury catamaran, one of our top choices
Days: 8, 6, 5 & 4 | From: $4,190/per person
Origin/Theory/Evolve
Luxury expedition yachts, sustainable and stylish, member of Relais & Chateaux
Days: 8 & 7 | From: $9,950/per person
Elite
A sleek new 16 passenger luxury catamaran
Days: 8, 5 & 4 | From: $4,690/per person
Horizon
A 16 passenger luxury trimaran
Days: 8, 7, 5 & 4 | From: $4,145/per person
La Pinta
A sophisticated 48 passenger luxury yacht
Days: 7 & 5 | From: $5,812/per person
Infinity
A new 20 passenger luxury yacht
Days: 8, 5 & 4 | From: $3,945/per person
Petrel
A sleek 16 passenger luxury catamaran
Days: 8, 6, 5 & 4 | From: $4,190/per person
Natural Paradise
A 16 passenger luxury vessel
Days: 8, 5 & 4 | From: $3,245/per person
Alya
A 16 passenger luxury catamaran
Days: 6 & 5 | From: $3,800/per person
Cormorant II
A luxury catamaran launched in June 2023
Days: 8, 5 & 4 | From: $5,045/per person
Galaxy Sirius
A new addition to the fleet, offering the latest in modern luxury and comfort.
Days: 5 & 6 | From: $4,800/per person
First Class Yachts
First class Galapagos vessels are comfortable but don't offer as many amenities as the luxury boats. These are a great option for travelers who want a less expensive cruise.
Treasure of Galapagos
A stable and wide 16 passenger catamaran
Days: 7 & 5 | From: $3,925/per person
Anahi
A comfortable 16 passenger catamaran
Days: 8, 5 & 4 | From: $3,150/per person
Seaman Journey
A first class 16 passenger catamaran
Days: 9, 8, 5 & 4 | From: $2,512/per person
Tip Top V
A new first class catamaran
Days: 8, 5, & 4 | From: $3,418/per person
EcoGalaxy
An ecological first class catamaran
Days: 6 & 5 | From: $3,400/per person
Archipel I
A comfortable 16 passenger catamaran
Days: 8, 5 & 4 | From: $2,250/per person
Coral I & II
The intimacy of a small ship with the stability of a larger vessel
Days: 8, 5 & 4 | From: $1,881/per person
Solaris
A 16-passenger yacht with no single supplement
Days: 7 & 5 | From: $3,925/per person
Isabela II
An elegant yacht for upscale Galapagos exploration
Days: 7 & 5 | From: $4,514/per person
Tip Top IV
A well appointed first class yacht
Days: 8, 5 & 4 | From: $3,192/per person
Beluga
An intimate first class yacht
Days: 15, 8, & 6 | From: $4,000/per person
Tourist Superior Class Yachts
The tourist class Galapagos boats offer the most economical cruise options. The ships are often decorated in a simple fashion, and cabins may be slightly smaller, but they are clean and comfortable. The ones we recommend offer intimate, family-like service with high quality naturalist guiding.
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