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Adventure, Exclusivity & Galapagos wildlife.
Your Next Great Adventure Awaits. The Galápagos Is Our Expertise.
The new 38-meter (124-foot) expedition vessel “Galapagos Explorer” will set sail in June 2024 with the sole goal of exploring the astonishing Galapagos Islands and rediscovering all of their wildlife. The Galapagos Explorer is the most exclusive yacht on the islands because of its small guest-to-staff ratio—just 12 people are accommodated on board. From tailored dining experiences to carefully chosen activities on land and in the sea, the committed staff consistently go above and beyond the call of duty, providing exceptional personalized service and meticulous attention to detail.
Four decks make up the Galapagos Explorer. There are two Luxury Cabins and one Superior Suite on the lowest deck (Deck 1). Two Luxury View Cabins, an interior guest dining and lounge room, and an outdoor, shaded lounge area are all located on the middle deck (Deck 2). The Deluxe View Suite, a large al fresco terrace, a bar, and a guest dining room are all located on terrace 3, the uppermost level of the boat. The yacht’s top deck, Deck 4, has a sundeck with a hot tub and cozy sun loungers that stare out over expansive views to top off the experience.
The Galapagos Explorer has 6 beautiful cabins and suites, 12 crew members, including 2 naturalist guides, and 12 guests. This more personalized crew-guest ratio guarantees a more personalized and exclusive service.
Being a yacht with an exclusive capacity for 12 people, the facilities are also exclusive. In this way, the service is totally personalized with the highest quality service for an exclusive group of guests.
Enjoy warm, starry nights by moonlight in the outdoor lounge of the "Galapagos Explorer".
- Lacquered wood furniture.
- Comfortable lounge.
- Perfect for a casual activity.
The hall is a large space decorated with soft sofas and quaint cushions over them.
- Warm and uniform walls.
- Relaxing area.
- Sea and archipelago views.
- The best specialist books.
- Cozy illumination.
The dining room of the Galapagos Explorer is spacious, with natural light coming from its side windows.
- Soft lacquered wood furniture.
- Warm tone walls.
- Elegant illumination.
- Beautiful chandeliers.
The outdoor dining room of Galapagos Explorer assures a unique experience.
- Open-air dining terrace.
- Perfect to enjoy the blue sky.
- Beautiful landscaping outdoors.
The bar of Galapagos Explorer is located in the Outdoor Dining area on the upper deck and offers the most varied cocktails and drinks to the guests; many of them have been inspired by the biodiversity of the Galapagos.
- The finest drinks.
- Exclusive day cocktails.
- Beverage for all tastes.
In this exclusive area, you will be able to enjoy a good conversation, the Galapagos landscapes, or tasty cocktails.
- Private and opulent terrace.
- Expansive views.
- Cozy sun loungers.
- Outdoor lounge area.
Enjoy complete connectivity to the outside world while on board.
- Wi-Fi in all areas.
Meticulously appointed, air-conditioned rooms include four beautiful cabins and two exquisite suites featuring either portholes or windows. Ensuite bathrooms with luxurious showers and vanities complete the space.
Its well-considered porthole placements offer stunning views of the Galapagos Islands and the Pacific Ocean.
- Private Luxury cabins.
- Strategically located cabins.
- Private ensuite bathroom.
- Air-conditioned.
Wide-ranging views of the Pacific Ocean are available through the windows, giving visitors an unmatched opportunity to take in the island's natural splendor.
- Private Luxury cabins.
- Middle deck cabins.
- Private ensuite bathroom.
- Air-conditioned.
Well-placed portholes offer breathtaking views of the Galapagos Islands and the Pacific Ocean.
- Private Luxury cabins.
- Lower deck cabins.
- Private ensuite bathroom.
- Air-conditioned.
Large, unimpeded windows provide stunning views of the Galapagos Islands, where the vivid colors of the Pacific Ocean beyond come to life.
- Private Luxury cabins.
- Upper deck cabins.
- Private ensuite bathrooms.
- Air-conditioned.
The cuisine concept of Galapagos Explorer is straightforward: tasty, harmonious meals that astonish and please. The skilled chefs turn each meal into a gastronomic adventure by fusing inventiveness with healthful ingredients. Love goes into preparing each meal, bringing happiness to the table.
The Galapagos Explorer offers guests three meals a day.
- Freshest and local ingredients.
- Unique dish selection.
- Regional and international options.
Galapagos Explorer's bar area offers an unmatched variety of cocktails and drinks.
- Special beverage selection.
- Diversity of soft drinks.
- Local brand spirits.
The chefs of Galapagos have many years of experience in local and international cuisine.
- Connoisseurs in marine gastronomy.
- Wide knowledge of local dishes.
- Specialist in traditional and daring dishes.
Explore the Galapagos Islands’ wild waters from above and below. Swim with vibrant fish or paddle over the lush or dive indigo ocean below the surface. You may also trek up active volcanoes, see breathtaking scenery, and take pictures of well-known land creatures. Visit the Charles Darwin Research Center to discover more about the distinctive ecology of the islands—it’s the cherry on top.
You are instantly thrust into an underwater realm where iguanas hunt, penguins play, turtles glide, and an abundance of colorful tropical fish dart across the watery expanse.
- Vibrant aquatic life.
- Glistening and pure water.
- Enigmatic volcanic sea floor.
A sea kayaker's dream come true, and you choose how you want to explore these unspoiled waters, and the breathtaking scenery of the islands provides the perfect setting.
- Wide variety of marine and terrestrial life.
- Chance to paddle closest to the islands.
- Connect to crystal clear waters.
With an abundance of flora and fauna to explore and diverse terrains to traverse, the Galapagos Islands offer hikers of all levels countless outdoor adventures.
- Chance to breathe deeply.
- Opportunity to enjoy flora and fauna.
- Informative tourist guides.
You can look at a few of the most spectacular Galapagos animals, like the gigantic iguana, land tortoise, boobies with blue feet, and frigatebirds in their natural setting.
- Peculiar endemic fauna.
- Unique natural shelters.
- Close sightings of species.
Island tours provide adventurous travelers with a special opportunity to discover the allure of each magical island in the Galapagos.
- Land-based tours.
- Specialized explorations.
- Unique scenery and ecosystems.
Discover unique species like Darwin's finch and Galapagos penguin, as well as other fascinating avian species like the flightless cormorant, Galapagos waved albatross, and blue- and red-footed boobies, which are found nowhere else in the world.
- Strategic observation points.
- 45 endemic species.
- Responsible practices.
The Galapagos is a feast for the eyes and lenses of each camera.
- Breathtaking scenery.
- Recognizable fauna.
- Not necessarily large telephoto lenses.
Discover the history and colonization of the Galapagos, and take in displays of the local environment, human and natural history, conservation, and historical images of the area.
- Informative talks.
- Research and conservation centers.
- Fantastic endemic stories.
| Day 1 | · Afternoon: Arrival at Seymour Airport on Baltra Island, BALTRA |
| Day 2 | · Morning: Hike Pitt Point, SAN CRISTOBAL. · Afternoon: Sailing around Kicker Rock, SAN CRISTOBAL |
| Day 3 | · Morning: Birdwatching and kayaking in Gardner Bay, ESPAÑOLA. · Afternoon: Take a walk through Suarez Point, ESPAÑOLA |
| Day 4 | · Morning: Birdwatching in the Cormorant Point, FLOREANA. · Afternoon: Panga ride and snorkeling around Champion Island, FLOREANA |
| Day 5 | · Morning: Stroll through the Highland’s lush and see giant tortoises, SANTA CRUZ. · Afternoon: See conservation in action at the Charles Darwin Research Station, SANTA CRUZ. |
| Day 6 | · Morning: Take a walk through the beautiful Dragon Hill and see an endemic Iguana that seems to be a dragon, SANTA CRUZ – BARTOLOME. · Afternoon: Hiking, panga riding, and snorkeling in Pinnacle Rock, SANTA CRUZ – BARTOLOME |
| Day 7 | · Morning: Hike, diving, snorkeling, and panga riding in the Darwin Bay, GENOVESA. · Afternoon: Birdwatching at the Prince Philip’s Steps, GENOVESA |
| Day 8 | · Morning: Wildlife watching at Daphne Major and departure, DAPHNE MAJOR. |
* Some areas and islands may be closed to the public due to weather conditions, biological research, or the protection of special species. Please ask one of our travel agents about one of our itineraries before hiring it. We will be happy to assist you.
The technical aspects of The Galapagos Explorer are as follows.
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