Exterior of the Galapagos Sea Star yacht

Galapagos Sea Star

Galapagos Sea Star: A 16-passenger luxury-class yacht

Days: 6 & 5 | Contact us for pricing

The Galapagos Sea Star is an upscale yacht accommodating up to 16 guests in 8 suites, operated by a crew of 9 plus 1 bilingual naturalist guide. Social areas include an indoor lounge and dining room, and indoor and outdoor bar, a sundeck, and a shaded alfresco dining area. The ship offers kayaks for guests to enjoy. Please note that kayaking and snorkeling activities are offered in designated areas as permitted by national park guidelines and local weather conditions.

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Vessel Information

Accommodations

  • The Galapagos Sea Star has 4 Balcony Suites (main deck, 271 sq. ft.), 3 Galapagos Suites (upper deck, 271 sq. ft.) and 1 Sea Star Suite (upper deck cabin, 377 sq. ft.).
  • Two of the suites (Galapagos Suite 4 and the Sea Star Suite) are triple cabins. The rest of the cabins have twin beds or one queen bed.
  • All cabins have private bathrooms, individual climate controls and ample storage space for clothing and luggage. Connecting suites are available for groups and families.
  • Groups & Charters: This yacht is also available for private charter or for small groups of friends or family. Its 8 cabins can accommodate up to 16 people. Inquire for more details.

Available Activities (Depending On Itinerary)

  • Hiking
  • Snorkeling
  • Zodiac Rides
  • Kayaking

Yacht Specifications

  • Construction: completed in 2011 (refurbished in 2018)
  • Type: Luxury yacht
  • Length: 138 ft (42 m)
  • Beam: 30 ft (9 m)
  • Engines: 2 Caterpillar 340 HP
  • Speed: 12 knots

Itinerary A (6 days)

Tuesday
Arrive to San Cristobal / Cerro Colorado

Wednesday
Española: Punta Suarez / Gardner Bay

Thursday
Floreana: Punta Cormorant / Post Office Bay

Friday
Santa Fe / South Plaza

Saturday
North Seymour / Bachas Beach (Santa Cruz)

Sunday
Mosquera Islet / Return to Mainland

Itinerary B (5 days)

Sunday
Arrive to Baltra / Cerro Dragon (Santa Cruz)

Monday
Black Turtle Cove (Santa Cruz) / Sombrero Chino

Tuesday
Genovesa: El Barranco / Darwin Bay

Wednesday
Bartolome / Sullivan Bay (Santiago)

Thursday
Santa Cruz Highlands / Return to Mainland

Itinerary C (6 days)

Thursday
Arrive to Baltra / Charles Darwin Research Station (Santa Cruz)

Friday
Isabela: Tintoreras / Sierra Negra / Puerto Villamil

Saturday
Isabela: Punta Moreno / Elizabeth Bay

Sunday
Punta Espinoza (Fernandina) / Tagus Cove (Isabela)

Monday
Santiago: Espumilla / Puerto Egas

Tuesday
Isla Lobos / Return to Mainland

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Pricing

Trip length: 6 & 5 day itineraries

Max number of passengers: 16, in 8 cabins

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And the accommodations on Sea Star were outstanding. As was the cruise and the islands themselves.

Terry & Andy Ratoff

The Sea Star in Galapagos was perfect. We had been to the Galapagos 10 years ago on a larger cruise ship and going on a small ship was even better.

Gail & Robert Bardin

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