Ocean Spray
Ocean Spray: An exceptional 16 passenger luxury catamaran, one of our top choices
Days: 8, 6, 5 & 4 | From: $3,580/per person
This elegant ship is among the leaders in performance and comfort in Galapagos. With spacious cabins, and private balconies off every cabin, the Ocean Spray provides the intimacy of a small yacht while maintaining amenities often only found on larger ships. Excursion options include hiking, snorkeling, kayaking, and Stand Up Paddleboarding, and all excursions are led by a top-quality bilingual naturalist guide. This is one of the premier options in the Galapagos and has received outstanding feedback from our travelers.
- Regular departures throughout the year
- Available for private charter
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Vessel Information
Accommodations
Cabin Information
- 8 Staterooms: 269-334 sq. ft., located on the Main Deck and Upper Deck, twin or matrimonial beds, private balcony
- 1 Single Stateroom: 161 sq, ft., located on the Upper Deck. Please note the single stateroom accommodates additional travelers who are part of an odd-numbered group. This cabin is not available to solo travelers.
- All cabins have private bathrooms, private balconies, individual climate controls and ample storage space for clothing and luggage.
Groups & Charters: This yacht is also available for private charter or for small groups of friends or family. Its 9 cabins can accommodate up to 16 people. Inquire for more details.
Available Activities (Depending On Itinerary)
- Hiking
- Snorkeling
- Zodiac Rides
- Kayaking
- Stand Up Paddleboarding
Yacht Specifications
- Construction: completed in 2011
- Type: Power Motor catamaran
- Length: 113 ft. / 34 mts.
- Beam: 43 ft. / 13 mts.
- Draft: 4 ft. / 1 mts.
- Engines: Cummins 405 HP
- Max speed: 15 knots
- Crew: Captain, Bilingual Naturalist Guide, Cruise Manager, plus 8 crew members
Itineraries & Pricing
Itinerary A (8 days)
Saturday
Arrive to Baltra / Chinese Hat
Sunday
Vicente Roca Point (Isabela) / Espinosa Point (Fernandina)
Monday
Isabela: Tagus Cove / Urbina Bay
Tuesday
Isabela: Elizabeth Bay / Moreno Point
Wednesday
Santa Cruz: Charles Darwin Research Station / Highlands
Thursday
South Plaza / Santa Fe
Friday
Espanola: Suarez Point / Gardner Bay
Saturday
San Cristobal: Interpretation Center / Return to Mainland
Itinerary B (8 days)
Saturday
Arrive to San Cristóbal / Lobos / Kicker Rock
Sunday
San Cristóbal: Punta Pitt / Cerro Brujo
Monday
Floreana: Post Office Bay / Cormorant Point
Tuesday
Black Turtle Cove (Santa Cruz) / Bartholomew
Wednesday
Genovesa: Darwin Bay /El Barranco
Thursday
Santiago: Espumilla Beach / Buccaneer Cove / Egas Point
Friday
North Seymour / Highlands (Santa Cruz)
Saturday
Mosquera Islet / Return to Mainland
Itinerary A (6 days)
Saturday
Arrive to Baltra / Sombrero Chino
Sunday
Vicente Roca Point (Isabela) / Espinosa Point (Fernandina)
Monday
Isabela: Tagus Cove / Urbina Bay
Tuesday
Isabela: Elizabeth Bay / Moreno Point
Wednesday
Santa Cruz: Charles Darwin Research Station / Highlands
Thursday
South Plaza / Return to Mainland
Itinerary B (6 days)
Thursday
Arrive to Baltra / Santa Fe
Friday
Espanola: Suarez Point / Gardner Bay
Saturday
San Cristobal: Interpretation Center / Lobos or Kicker Rock
Sunday
San Cristóbal: Punta Pitt / Cerro Brujo
Monday
Floreana: Post Office Bay / Cormorant Point
Tuesday
Black Turtle Cove (Santa Cruz) / Return to Mainland
Itinerary B (5 days)
Tuesday
Arrive to Baltra / Bartholome
Wednesday
Genovesa: Darwin Bay / El Barranco
Thursday
Santiago: Espumilla Beach / Buccaneer Cove / Egas Point
Friday
North Seymour / Highlands (Santa Cruz)
Saturday
Mosquera Islet / Return to Mainland
Itinerary B (4 days)
Saturday
Arrive to San Cristóbal / Lobos / Kicker Rock
Sunday
San Cristóbal: Punta Pitt / Cerro Brujo
Monday
Floreana: Post Office Bay / Cormorant Point
Tuesday
Black Turtle Cove (Santa Cruz) / Return to Mainland
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The itineraries displayed here are only summaries. Our travel specialists will help you select the best cruise based on your interests, timing, and budget.
Pricing
Trip length: 8, 6, 5, and 4 day itineraries
Max number of passengers: 16, in 9 cabins
Prices 2022:
Included: All meals, guides & activities, soft drinks, juice, coffee and tea, use of snorkeling equipment, wet suits, kayaks, and SUP boards
Not included: Park fees (about $120 per person), Galapagos airfare (about $600 per person), gratuities
4 day cruise: $3,580 per person
5 day cruise: $4,820 per person
6 day cruise: $5,790 per person
8 day cruise: $7,550 per person
Children 11 years and under receive a 25% discount (1 child per 2 adults, minimum age: 7 years)
Single Supplement 50% (100% for Christmas & New Year departures)
Christmas & New Year Departures: 10% surcharge
Charters: from $53,440 (4 day), $72,000 (5 day), $86,450 (6 days), $113,220 (8 days)
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