Many would argue that no journey to Ecuador can be complete without a visit to the remarkable Galapagos Islands, the giant natural laboratory and animal kingdom located at zero degrees latitude 1,000 kilometres out in the Pacific Ocean. Aborigine people never existed here, only pirates, whalers and adventurers, so a unique tame and magical wildlife has evolved to include amphibious marine iguana, giant tortoise, playful sea lion, the world’s northern-most penguin and wonderful birds such as the surreal dancing blue and red-footed boobies. To explore here is to share a unique view on the creation of life.
Recommended accommodation
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Finch Bay Hotel
The Finch Bay Hotel is an award winning eco hotel that offers an excellent land based alternative to cruising. With just 21 rooms it is the only hotel that is on the beach in the islands.
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Isabela II
Isabela II is a sophisticated deluxe expedition motor yacht with 21 comfortable cabins carrying up to forty guests. Cabins of four types are all reasonably sized with good storage space and dressing tables.
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M/V Santa Cruz
MV Santa Cruz is a 237 foot deluxe cruise ship that accommodates ninety passengers in forty six cabins over three decks including two master and two junior suites.
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Sagitta
The Swedish Sagitta is a splendid 120 foot, three-masted tall ship. Its ten cabins each offer a double lower and single upper berth with private facilities, affording plenty of space for a maximum of 16 passengers.
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Lammer Law
Although one of the largest trimarans in the world at 93 feet long, Lammer Law holds just 16 passengers in eight spacious air-conditioned cabins.
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M/Y Grace
An iconic boat, with a stellar past, M/Y Grace is the most decadent way to explore the Galapagos Islands.
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M/V Eclipse
Eclipse is a superb 64 metre boutique cruise ship offering the generous accommodation of a larger vessel, while preserving the atmosphere and exclusivity of a smaller yacht.
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M/V Evolution
This charming 32-guest expedition yacht is ample enough to provide spacious staterooms, along with various social areas yet small enough for guests to be able to experience nature in an up-close and personal manner.
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The Mary Anne
This large and truly romantic sailing-ship takes on the waves majestically under full sail or power. For the true sailors-at-heart, the raise-the-sails moment is an exhilarating experience.
Sample itinerary
DAYS 1 - 2 Quito/Galapagos
Arrive in Quito and overnight, the following morning fly to the islands to board the Galapagos cruise yacht.
DAYS 3 - 8 Galapagos Islands
Cruise the Galapagos for six further days and six nights to include excursions to the islands with an expert naturalist guide.
DAYS 9 - 10 Galapagos/Quito
Fly to Quito and overnight. Optional local excursions are available before departing for home.
Priced start from £1,900 excluding flights.
Please call us for a bespoke itinerary and quotation.
