• Petrel

  • Petrel

  • Petrel

  • Petrel

  • Petrel

  • Petrel

Petrel: A sleek 16 passenger luxury catamaran

Days: 8, 6, 5 & 4 | From: $4,190/per person

The Petrel is an elegant 16-passenger ship with spacious cabins, each of which has its own private balcony. A motorized catamaran, the Petrel is designed for comfort and stability and is outfitted with a comfortable lounge, ample social areas, and a sun deck with Jacuzzi. All excursions are led by a top-quality naturalist guide; excursion options include hiking, snorkeling, and kayaking.

  • Regular departures throughout the year
  • Available for private charter
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We tailor itineraries to your dates and interests, adjusting ships, excursions and length as desired.

We consistently receive 5 star reviews from our discerning clients.

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Vessel Information

Accommodations

Cabin Information 

  • 6 Staterooms: 323 sq. ft., located on the Main Deck and Upper Deck, matrimonial or twin beds, picture windows, private balcony
  • 1 Single Stateroom: 151 sq, ft., located on the Upper Deck, private balcony. Please note the single stateroom is subject to availability.
  • 2 Suites: 463 sq, ft., located on the Main Deck, matrimonial bed, private balcony.
  • 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 2015
  • Type: Power Motor catamaran
  • Length: 115 ft. / 35 mts.
  • Beam: 41 ft. / 12.5 mts.
  • Draft: 5.4 ft. / 1.65 mts.
  • Engines: Cummins QSM 11 / 400 HP
  • Max speed: 14 knots
  • Crew: Captain, Bilingual Naturalist Guide, Quality Control Manager, plus 8 crew members

Itineraries & Pricing

Itinerary A (8 days)

Friday
Arrive to Baltra / North Seymour

Saturday
Punta Vicente Roca (Isabela) / Punta Espinosa (Fernandina)

Sunday
Isabela: Tagus Cove / Urbina Bay

Monday
Isabela: Elizabeth Bay / Punta Moreno

Tuesday
Isabela: Sierra Negra Volcano / Wetlands or The Wall of Tears

Wednesday
Santa Cruz: Charles Darwin Research Station / Twin Craters

Thursday
South Plaza / Santa Fe

Friday
Isla Lobos / Return to Mainland

Itinerary B (8 days)

Friday
Arrive to San Cristóbal / Interpretation Center or La Galapaguera

Saturday
Española: Gardner Bay or Osborn Islet / Suarez Point

Sunday
Floreana: Cormorant Point / Post Office Bay

Monday
Santa Cruz: Charles Darwin Research Station / Highlands

Tuesday
Sullivan Bay (Santiago) / Pinnacle Rock (Bartolomé)

Wednesday
Genovesa: Darwin Bay /El Barranco

Thursday
Santiago: Egas Port / Espumilla Beach or Buccaneer Cove

Friday
Carrion Point (Santa Cruz) / Return to Mainland

Itinerary C (4 days)

Friday
Arrive to San Cristóbal / Interpretation Center or La Galapaguera

Saturday
Española: Gardner Bay or Osborn Islet / Suarez Point

Sunday
Floreana: Cormorant Point / Post Office Bay

Monday
Santa Cruz: Charles Darwin Research Station / Return to Mainland

Itinerary E (6 days)

Friday
Arrive to Baltra / North Seymour

Saturday
Punta Vicente Roca (Isabela) / Punta Espinosa (Fernandina)

Sunday
Isabela: Tagus Cove / Urbina Bay

Monday
Isabela: Elizabeth Bay / Punta Moreno

Tuesday
Isabela: Sierra Negra Volcano / Wetlands or The Wall of Tears

Wednesday
Santa Cruz: Charles Darwin Research Station / Return to Mainland

Itinerary D (5 days)

Monday
Arrive to Baltra / Highlands

Tuesday
Sullivan Bay (Santiago) / Pinnacle Rock (Bartolomé)

Wednesday
Genovesa: Darwin Bay /El Barranco

Thursday
Santiago: Egas Port / Espumilla Beach or Buccaneer Cove

Friday
Carrion Point (Santa Cruz) / Return to Mainland

Itinerary F (6 days)

Wednesday
Arrive to Baltra / Highlands

Thursday
South Plaza / Santa Fe

Friday
Isla Lobos / Interpretation Center or La Galapaguera

Saturday
Española: Gardner Bay or Osborn Islet / Suarez Point

Sunday
Floreana: Cormorant Point / Post Office Bay

Monday
Santa Cruz: Charles Darwin Research Station / Return to Mainland

Questions?

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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 2024:

Included: All meals, guides & activities, soft drinks, juice, coffee and tea, use of snorkeling equipment, wet suits,  kayaks & Stand Up Paddleboards

Not included: Park fees (about $220 per person), Galapagos airfare (about $600 per person), gratuities

Standard Stateroom Prices:

4 day cruise: $4,190 per person

5 day cruise: $5,190 per person

6 day cruise: $6,190 per person

8 day cruise: $8,290 per person

Suite Prices:

4 day cruise: $4,490 per person

5 day cruise: $5,590 per person

6 day cruise: $6,690 per person

8 day cruise: $8,990 per person

Children 11 years and under receive a 25% discount (1 child per 2 adults), not applicable for Christmas & New Years

Single Supplement 50% for solo travelers, subject to availability. No supplement for additional single who is part of an odd-numbered group or family. (100% supplement applies for Christmas & New Year departures)

Christmas & New Year Departures: 10% surcharge

Charters: from $62,490 (4 days), $77,490 (5 days), $93,290 (6 days), $123,790 (8 days)

 

Reviews from this trip

5 stars
  • Overall, the trip was amazing. Every detail was thought through and we loved both the Galapagos and the highlands.
    Robyn Spencer
  • Natalie in Quito and Harry on the Petrel were both friendly, knowledgeable and energetic.
    John Salzman
  • The Petrel was very comfortable and spacious. Room was much bigger than I thought it would be.
    Barbara Samardzich

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