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Galapagos Explorer
A luxury mega yacht, Galapagos Explorer is designed to provide an unforgettable charter experience. With the capacity to accommodate up to 12 guests in its 6 plush cabins, this yacht is a testament to sustainable and eco-friendly exploration.
Galapagos Explorer
The Galapagos Explorer is a 38-meter, luxury yacht specially
designed to explore the Galapagos Islands sustainably and ecologically, aiding in keeping the delicate balance of the islands in pristine condition. The Italian Yacht builder, Picchiotti built the stylish and accommodating yacht. The Galapagos Explorer was once known as the M/Y Talon and M/Y Alta. After a significant refurbishment, the ship is now ready once more.
The Galapagos Explorer has 6 suites in total. The Master Suite, better known as the Crown Jewel, has spectacular views of the surrounding Galapagos.
In addition to the lavish suites, the Galapagos Explorer offers its guests an Al Fresco dining area, a Jacuzzi on a spacious sundeck, a bar, and many more outdoor deck spaces to enjoy the refreshing elements of the surrounding Galapagos Islands.
Galapagos Explorer Itineraries & Prices
Day 1
North Seymour
North Seymour
Monday
AM: Arrival to Baltra Airport
PM: North Seymour Island explore the rocky coast, passing colonies of blue-footed boobies and magnificent frigatebirds
Day 2
San Cristobal Island
San Cristobal Island
Tuesday
AM: San Cristobal Island: Pitt Point Here there are endemic species such as lava lizards and red-footed boobies.
PM: San Cristobal Island: Isla Lobos This small island is named after the sea lions that rest and play on its rocky shores.
Day 3
Española Island
Española Island
Wednesday
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.
Day 4
Floreana Island
Floreana Island
Thursday
AM: Floreana Island: Cormorant Point Cormorant Point offers a trail overlooking a saltwater lagoon that is a favourite of flamingos.
PM: Floreana Island: Post Office Bay A white-sand beach where in the past sailors used to leave and receive their letters in a barrel.
Day 5
Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz
Friday
AM: Santa Cruz Island: Charles Darwin Station An organisation that provides scientific assistance to ensure the proper preservation of the Galapagos..
PM: Santa Cruz Island: Highlands The highlands are located in the northern part of the island and can reach elevations up to 1500 mt
Day 6
Santa Cruz / Bartolome Island
Santa Cruz / Bartolome Island
Saturday
AM: Dragon Hill is a rare Galapagos visitor site created specifically to support active conservation efforts led by the Charles Darwin Foundation in partnership with the Galapagos National Park. Opened to visitors in 1993, it offers exceptional opportunities to observe land iguanas in their natural habitat. The rugged lava shoreline also provides excellent snorkeling, with clear waters and abundant marine life just offshore.
PM: Bartholomew Island Bartholomew is home of the Pinnacle Rock, the most famous view in the Galapagos, and a beautiful white-sanded beach.
Day 7
Genovesa Island
Genovesa Island
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.
Day 8
Daphne Island
Daphne Island
Monday
AM: Daphne Island:This site is experienced exclusively from the water, allowing vessels to sail around it while enjoying scenic navigation, occasional drift conditions, and views of reef fish, coral walls, and white-tipped reef sharks—without any landings or disembarkation permitted.
Baltra. Transfer to the Airport.
Prices 2026
| Itinerary | Charter Price | Luxury Cabin | Luxury View Cabin | Superior Suite | Deluxe View Suite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Nights A - Española, Floreana, Genovesa | US$155,000.00 | US$10,950.00 | US$11,950.00 | US$14,895.00 | US$16,780.00 |
Day 1
Baltra Island / Santa Cruz Island
Baltra Island / Santa Cruz Island
Monday
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.
Day 2
Sombrero Chino Island / Rábida Islan
Sombrero Chino Island / Rábida Islan
Tuesday
AM: Sombrero Chino Island The landing is on a beautiful crescent-shaped beach, home to sea lions and Sally Lightfoot crabs.
PM: Rabida Island A bird-watcher´s delight. Species includes Flycatchers, Galapagos Hawks and Brown Pelicans
Day 3
Santiago Island
Santiago Island
Wednesday
AM: Santiago Island: Puerto Egas Puerto Egas, with its black sand beaches, was the site of small salt mining industry in the 1960s
PM: Santiago Island: Buccaneer Cove Buccaneer Cove is a testament to the fact that Santiago was once a refuge for
Day 4
Fernandina Island / Isabela Island
Fernandina Island / Isabela Island
Thursday
AM: Fernandina Island: Espinosa Point A narrow stretch of land where hundreds of marine iguanas gather largely on black lava rocks
PM: Isabela Island: Tagus Cove An opportunity to see penguins as well as marine iguanas, Sally Lightfoot crabs and sea lions.
Day 5
Isabela Island
Isabela Island
Friday
AM: Isabela Island: Elizabeth Bay As enter you the bay, hawks can soar overhear and schools of fish can be seen swimming underneath..
PM: Isabela Island: Moreno Point Beautiful rocky shores where penguins and shore birds, including blue herons, are usually spotted.
Day 6
Santa Cruz Island
Santa Cruz Island
Saturday
AM: Santa Cruz Island: Charles Darwin StationAn organisation that provides scientific assistance to ensure the proper preservation of the Galapagos.
PM: Santa Cruz Island: Highlands The highlands are located in the northern part of the island and can reach elevations up to 1500 mt.
Day 7
South Plaza / Santa Fe Islands
South Plaza / Santa Fe Islands
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.
Day 8
Mosquera Island
Mosquera Island
Monday
AM: Mosquera Island The island consists is a long narrow stretch of white sand, rocks, and tide pools. Baltra. Transfer to the Airport.
Prices 2026
| Itinerary | Charter Price | Luxury Cabin | Luxury View Cabin | Superior Suite | Deluxe View Suite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Nights B - Isabela, Fernandina, Santa Cruz | US$155,000.00 | US$10,950.00 | US$11,950.00 | US$14,895.00 | US$16,780.00 |
Suites
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What's included
- Included
- All meals while on board
- Purified water, coffee, and tea available during the cruise
- Islands excursions and activities according to the Itinerary
- English speaking naturalist guide
- Snorkel equipment (mask, tube, & fins)
- Kayaks on board
- Wetsuit
- Not Included
- Flights to/from the Galapagos Islands
- Galapagos National Park Entrance Fee
- A.P.A fee (Advance provisioning allowance)
- Migratory Control Card
- Tips and personal expenses
- Travel, cancellation and medical insurance
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