• Treasure of Galapagos

Treasure of Galapagos: A stable and wide 16 passenger catamaran

Days: 7 & 5 | From: $3,925/per person

The Treasure of the Galapagos is a 16 passenger first class catamaran. Its cabins are ample and bright and include a seaside door and balcony. Amenities include an outdoor whirlpool for up to 6 people, deck chairs, bbq, TV/DVD, a small library, and board games.

  • Regular departures throughout the year
  • Available for private charter
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Vessel Information

Accommodations

  • 1 Main Deck Master Suite, 430 sq. ft., located on Main Deck, 2 private balconies (the master suite can also be booked as a triple-occupancy or a quadruple-occupancy cabin, subject to availability)
  • 4 Main Deck Balcony Staterooms, 215 sq. ft., located on Main Deck, 3 cabins feature twin beds, 1 cabin features a matrimonial bed
  • 4 Upper Deck Balcony Staterooms, 215 sq. ft., located on Upper Deck, 2 cabins feature twin beds, 2 cabins feature a matrimonial bed + 1 sofa bed for an optional triple-occupancy cabin, subject to availability
  • All cabins have private bathrooms, individual climate controls, private balcony, panoramic windows, 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
  • Kayaking
  • Snorkeling
  • Zodiac Rides

Yacht Specifications

  • Construction: 2009
  • Type: Power Motor Catamaran
  • Length: 104 feet / 31.6 meters
  • Beam: 37 feet / 11.2 meters
  • Draft: 8.5 feet / 2.6 meters
  • Gross Tonnage: 343 tons
  • Engines: 2 motors 385 HP Caterpillar, 2 Generators 75KW
  • Max speed: 12 knots
  • Capacity: 16 passengers + 10 staff/crew members
  • Crew: Captain, Bilingual Galapagos National Park Naturalist Guide & 8 crew members (First Mate, Chef, Sous Chef, Engineer, Assistant Engineer, Sailor, Barman, Housekeeper)

Itineraries & Pricing

Itinerary A (5 days)

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

Saturday
Sullivan Bay (Santiago) / Bartolome

Sunday
North Seymour / Mosquera

Monday
South Plaza / Cerro Brujo (San Cristobal)

Tuesday
Interpretation Center (San Cristobal) / Return to Mainland

Itinerary B (5 days)

Friday
Arrive to San Cristobal / Cerro Colorado (San Cristobal)

Saturday
Española: Gardner Bay / Suarez Point

Sunday
Floreana: Post Office Bay / Punta Cormorant

Monday
Santa Fe / Turtle Bay (Santa Cruz)

Tuesday
El Chato Tortoise Reserve (Santa Cruz) / Return to Mainland

Itinerary C (7 days)

Saturday
Arrive to Baltra / Fausto Llerena Breeding Center (Santa Cruz)

Sunday
Santa Cruz: Eden Islet / Dragon Hill

Monday
Isabela: Tintoreras / Wetlands & Wall of Tears

Tuesday
Isabela: Moreno Point / Tagus Cove

Wednesday
Espinoza Point (Fernandina) / Vicente Roca Point (Isabela)

Thursday
Ferdinanda: Puerto Egas / Rabida

Friday
Bachas Beach (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: 7 and 5 day itineraries

Max number of passengers: 16, in 9 cabins

Prices 2024:

Included: All meals, water, guides & activities, coffee and tea, use of snorkeling equipment and kayaks

Not included: Park fees (about $220 per person), Galapagos airfare (about $600 per person), soft drinks and alcoholic drinks, gratuities, wetsuit rentals ($75 per 7-day cruise, $45 per 5-day cruise)

Prices in parenthesis are for peak season

Balcony Stateroom

5 day cruise: $3,925 ($4,525) per person

7 day cruise: $5,795 ($6,625) per person

Master Suite

5 day cruise: $4,875 ($5,650) per person

7 day cruise: $7,175 ($8,225) per person

Children 11 years and under receive a 20% discount (1 child per 2 adults, standard cabin)

Single Supplement 25% (main deck)

Charters:

5 day cruise: $62,800 ($72,400)

7 day cruise: $92,720 ($106,000)

Reviews from this trip

5 stars
  • The Treasure of the Galapagos is a beautiful First-Class vessel, spacious and comfortable. The crew were outstanding, totally luxurious-service conscious, food was fantastic, all the excursions and snorkeling were well organized and on time, and helpful as needed.
    Amara Rothchild
  • Rooms on Treasure of Galapagos are very comfortable & larger than expected. Vessel is very clean.
    Carole Priede
  • Extraordinary sums it up. 11 days on Treasure of the Galapagos was marvelous from start to finish: good spacious vessel, great naturalist (Jaime) leading superb hikes, very good snorkeling and gear, consistently pleasant and effective crew, food so fresh and beautifully prepared.
    Don Lipmanson

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