Luxury Cruises Galapagos

Alya Galapagos

Explore the islands that inspired Charles Darwins theory of evolution and changed how we understand our planet aboard one of the newest and most comfortable catamarans to sail the Galapagos Islands – the M/C Alya.

The Alya is one of the newest, most luxurious catamarans to sail the Galapagos Islands.

Tasteful decoration, exquisite buffet-style cuisine, ample social areas, and top-notch bilingual naturalist guides make it one of the most sought-after luxury cruising yachts in the Galapagos Islands.

4-day, 5-day, and 8-day cruise itineraries take you to some of the most dramatic spots in the archipelago. The 4-day itinerary takes you to the eastern islands, the 5-day cruise covers the central islands, and the 8-day “B” itinerary is one of the most comprehensive offered in the Galapagos, spanning from San Cristobal Island in the east to the western edges of Isabela Island and the volcanically active Fernandina.

The Alya has nine stylish, spacious cabins with up to 16 passengers. Eight of the cabins have private balconies but no outdoor furniture, and all rooms have modern private baths, independently controlled air conditioning, and the option of two twin beds or one queen-size configuration.

Alya Galapagos Itineraries & Prices

Day 1
Baltra Island / Santa Cruz Island

Tuesday
AM:Baltra Island Arrival in Baltra airport and transfer to the boat. Briefing onboard about the boat and the island.

PM:Santa Cruz Island: Black Turtle Cove This shallow inlet is surrounded by mangroves and provides natural protection for a variety of marine life.

Sunday
AM:Genovesa Island: Darwin Bay A coral beach where a 750 mt. trail takes you through more seabird colonies.

PM: Genovesa Island: Prince Phillip´s Steps An extraordinary, steep path leads through a seabird colony full of life, up to cliffs that are 25m high.

Monday
AM:Santiago Island: Sullivan Bay The lava field has a variety of patterns made by the shapes and textures of trees that once existed there.

PM:Bartholomew Island Bartholomew is home of the Pinnacle Rock, the most famous view in the Galapagos, and a beautiful white-sanded beach.

Tuesday
AM:Sombrero Chino IslandThe landing is on a beautiful crescent-shaped beach, home to sea lions and Sally Lightfoot crabs.

PM:Mosquera Island The island consists is a long narrow stretch of white sand, rocks, and tide pools.

Wednesday
AM: Santa Cruz Island: Charles Darwin StationAn organisation that provides scientific assistance to ensure the proper preservation of the Galapagos.
Baltra. Transfer to the Airport.

Prices 2025

Itinerary Charter Price Stateroom Cabin
4 Nights A - Genovesa, Bartolome, Mosquera US$67,200.00 US$4,200.00
Day 1
Baltra Island / Santa Cruz Island

Tuesday
AM:Baltra Island Arrival in Baltra airport and transfer to the boat. Briefing onboard about the boat and the island.

PM: Santa Cruz Island: Highlands The highlands are located in the northern part of the island and can reach elevations up to 1500 mt.

Sunday
AM:Isabela Island: Moreno Point Beautiful rocky shores where penguins and shore birds, including blue herons, are usually spotted.

PM:Isabela Island: Elizabeth Bay As enter you the bay, hawks can soar overhear and schools of fish can be seen swimming underneath.

Monday
AM:Isabela Island: Urbina Bay Its waters are a good place to see turtles and rays. Ashore you´ll find a short trail leading to a coral reef.

PM:Fernandina Island: Espinosa Point a narrow stretch of land where hundreds of marine iguanas gather largely on black lava rocks.

Tuesday
AM:Isabela Island: Tagus Cove an opportunity to see penguins as well as marine iguanas, Sally Lightfoot crabs and sea lions.

PM: Isabela Island: Vicente Roca Point the remnants of an ancient volcano form two turquoise coves with a bay protected from ocean swells.

Saturday
AM: Santiago Island: Espumilla Beach Espumilla Beach is a popular place for marine iguanas and Sally Lightfoot Crabs.

PM: Santiago Island: Puerto Egas Puerto Egas, with its black sand beaches, was the site of small salt mining industry in the 1960s.

Saturday
AM: Santa Cruz Island: Bachas Beach a swimming beach and one of the few remnants of the U.S. World War II presence in the Galápagos. Baltra. Transfer to the Airport.

Prices 2025

Itinerary Charter Price Stateroom Cabin
5 Nights B - Isabela, Fernandina, Santiago US$83,200.00 US$5,200.00
Day 1
Baltra Island / North Seymour Island

Tuesday
AM:Baltra Island Arrival in Baltra airport and transfer to the boat. Briefing onboard about the boat and the island.

PM:North Seymour Island Explore the rocky coast, passing colonies of blue-footed boobies and magnificent frigatebirds.

Sunday
AM:South Plaza Island South Plaza has one of the largest populations of land iguanas in the Galapagos.

PM:Santa Fe Island a volcanic uplift that hosts a forest of Opuntia and palo santo. Endemic land iguanas are often seen.

Monday
AM:San Cristobal Island: Interpretation center a series of interactive exhibits providing information about the history and biodiversity of the Galapagos.

PM: San Cristobal Island: Isla Lobos this small island is named after the sea lions that rest and play on its rocky shores.

Tuesday
AM:Española Island: Gardner Bay Gardner Bay has a magnificent beach with turquoise waters. The bay is home of a large colony of sea lions.

PM:Española Island: Suárez Point Suarez Point is one of the most outstanding wildlife areas of the archipelago.

Saturday
AM:Floreana Island: Cormorant PointCormorant Point offers a trail overlooking a saltwater lagoon that is a favourite of flamingos. or Floreana Island: Devil´s CrownArguably the best snorkeling site in the islands, Devil´s Crown boasts an amazing variety of fish.

PM:Floreana Island: Asilo de la Paz a hill in the agricultural area of the island. The main attractions are of an historic type.

Saturday
AM:Santa Cruz Island: Highlands The highlands are located in the northern part of the island and can reach elevations up to 1500 mt. Baltra. Transfer to the Airport.

Prices 2025

Itinerary Charter Price Stateroom Cabin
5 Nights C - San Cristobal, Espanola, Floreana US$83,200.00 US$5,200.00

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