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Almost everyone comes Galapagos to see to the amazing fearless animals that call the Galapagos home, and those animals and islands are still the same regardless of which boat you are on or how much you paid for your trip. Economical Galapagos cruises may lack some of the onboard comforts and VIP service of luxury class cruises, but by choosing the right boat and itinerary, you can have an amazing experience on a lower-priced cruise. We have taken the risk out of low-priced Galapagos cruises because since the 1990's we have worked only with yachts that have good levels of service that result in excellent value. The Aida Maria and the Nemo I have been a reliable performers over the years, while the San Jose and Guantanamera are excellent values for the money. Contact one of our Galapagos experts to find the best deal. 

Best Budget-Priced Cruises in Galapagos

Trip NameFromDaysLevelSummary
Central & East Islands$16624RelaxedBoard the Galapagos Legend for a unique 4-day cruise exploring the central and east islands of the Galapagos archipelago. This itinerary allows you …
North & Central Island$16624RelaxedThis quick, economical cruise is short on days, but big on amazing wildlife to view such as the Galapagos giant tortoise, marine iguanas and playful …
Galapagos Central Islands$16624RelaxedDuring this 4-day cruise explore the North Central islands of the Galapagos and visit the Fausto Llerena Breeding Center, home to the Galapagos giant …
Galapagos Northeast Islands$16624RelaxedSpend 4 days cruising the northeast islands of the Galapagos and experience the best of the archipelago, visiting a variety of locations such as the …
Galapagos Southeast Islands$22155RelaxedThis 5-day small ship cruise explores the southeastern islands of the Galapagos, including San Cristobal, Española, Floreana & Santa Cruz. The vast …
Western Galapagos Islands Cruise$22155RelaxedThis 5-day all inclusive Galapagos cruise aboard the Coral I or II yachts explore the central and western islands of Santa Cruz, Isabela and …
Southeast Islands$22155RelaxedExplore the south-eastern islands of San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, and Santa Cruz on this unforgettable 5-day cruise aboard the 100-guest …
Western Islands$22155RelaxedExplore the remote, less-visited western islands of Santa Cruz, Santiago, Isabela, Fernandina on an unforgettable 5-day cruise on the 100-passenger …
Western Islands$23955RelaxedThis 5-day cruise to the Western Islands visits some of the most remote corners of the Galapagos, including the Charles Darwin Research Station in …
Southern Islands$23955RelaxedExperience this 5-day itinerary to the southern Islands of the Galapagos and enjoy azure bays and striking beaches of white coral sand, a favorite …
Extended Western Islands Cruise$24208RelaxedExplore the Galapagos Islands on this cruise of the Galapagos archipelago. This budget-friendly cruise ship allows travelers to explore the vast …
Eastern Galapagos Islands Cruise$24208RelaxedExplore the islands of San Cristobal, Espanola, Genovesa and more on this exciting Galapagos small ship cruise.

Best Economical Galapagos Boats

Cruise the Galapagos archipelago aboard the Aida Maria
Aida Maria
No matter which part of the Galapagos Islands you'd like to experience, this boat has an itinerary for you. Balancing efficiency, comfort, and economy, the Aida Maria's 16 passengers will enjoy great food and good service all for reasonable prices.
Nemo I catamaran
Nemo I
Join the staff of the 14-passenger Nemo I and enjoy the Galapagos Archipelago to its fullest. Most social areas on board are open deck area where you can consistently enjoy spectacular views of the islands and their volcanic rock formations.
Cruise the Galapagos on the San Jose ship
San Jose
The San José was built in the Galapagos exclusively for Galapagos cruising. This spacious yacht allows all its passengers to have a private bathroom and great ocean views, and is built to fulfill your expectations of comfort, safety and service while cruising the Galapagos Islands.
The Angelito
Angelito
A knowledgeable guide, an attentive crew, spacious social areas, and great food are just a few things you can expect with the Angelito. In addition to offering all of the staple Galapagos activities, this yacht was designed with four decks and eight double cabins that feature air conditioning, full private baths, and large picture window.
Golodrina I - cruise the Galapagos islands in comfort
Golondrina I
The Golondrina I offers 8 double cabins with private baths. The yacht is air-conditioned and comfortable common areas and freshly prepared meals.
Sail the Galapagos archipelago on the Corals
Corals
These twin motor yachts will take you on an authentic Galapagos adventure in comfort and style. Panoramic windows, a sun deck, and a shadow deck allow you to experience the Islands in the most intimate way possible. Guests enjoy air- conditioned cabins with private bathrooms.

Traveling to Galapagos on a Budget

Cruise the Galapagos on the Galaxy II ship
How to Choose Your Galapagos Cruise
There are a lot of yacht options in the Galapagos and picking the right cruise for your Galapagos adventure can be overwhelming. Adventure Life offers ten tips on how to make your vacation plans easier! It’s important to call early if you have specific dates as popular cruise departures fill up six months in advance.
Galapagos can be a pricey destination, but there are several tactics you can use to lower the cost of your trip. 

Travel in the Low Season
Most of the year is low season in Galapagos. High seasons are July, August, the end of November, and the Christmas & New Year holiday. 

Galapagos Land-Based Tours
Land-based Galapagos tours can be a less expensive versus cruises. 

Take a Short Cruise
Cruise prices are based upon a per day rate, so taking a 4 or 5-Day cruise can be nearly half as much as an 8-day cruise. 5-Day cruises are recommended, as you spend the first and last days in transit. A 4-day cruise gives you only 2 full days on the islands - not enough!

Extend Your Cruise
By staying in a hotel before or after your cruise, you can extend a 4-Day cruise a few days to be frugal. 

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