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Charter a private Santa Cruz Highlands yacht in 2026 or 2027. Choose from one of the 64 charters below which are perfect for families and groups. Cruise island-to-island on your private yacht between ports and destinations like as you enjoy options of Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling, Kayaking, Hiking, and Stand Up Paddle Boarding along the way. The crew will take care of every detail of your voyage and serve locally-inspired cuisine as they prepare for your next adventure on land or sea. Contact one of the Santa Cruz Highlands charter cruise experts Adventure Life for help choosing which yacht is ideal for your group.
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Sea lions on beach in Rabida
from $82,450
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Private Charter - North & Central Islands Aboard Galapagos Horizon

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Horizon
  • Observe the Pinnacle Rock
  • Snorkel through clear blue waters
  • Visit James Bay
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Enjoy an extensive adventure into the unique world of the Galapagos on this incredible 5-day private journey. Admire the incredible natural beauty of this archipelago, sailing to Baltra, Rabida, Santiago, Genovesa, Santa Cruz and more!
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The iconic feet of a Blue-Footed Booby
from $44,080
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Private Charter - Central Islands + Genovesa Aboard Bonita

5 Day Itinerary aboard Bonita
  • Zodiac ride in Black Turtle Cove
  • Explore Darwin Bay´s coasts
  • Hike through South Plaza
Starts / Ends
South Plaza Island / North Seymour
Activity Level
Variable
Journey to the western islands of the Galapagos archipelago on this 5-day cruise designed for families with children, visiting Genovesa, Santa Cruz, and Bartolome! Encounter the archipelago's unique wildlife in their natural habitat and take the opportunity to snorkel in pristine waters, swim with sea lions, and see the famed Galapagos tortoises.
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Sea lions on Fernandina Island
from $44,080
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Private Charter - Southern Islands Aboard Bonita

5 Day Itinerary aboard Bonita
  • Hike over islands covered in cacti
  • Kayak and stand up paddle board
  • Admire distinctive biodiversity
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Santa Cruz Highlands / Bachas Beach
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Variable
This 5-day private cruise of Galapagos' Southern Islands on the Bonita yacht explores the islands of Espanola, Santa Cruz, San Cristobal and more. Kayak and paddle board along island shores, swim and snorkel among sea lions, and enjoy breathtaking views on hikes.
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A male frigatebird rests in the trees of the Galapagos
from $129,450
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Private Charter - Island Circumnavigation Aboard Galapagos Horizon

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Horizon
  • Discover Sullivan Bay's beauty
  • Observe mola-mola sunfish
  • Swim & snorel across Isabela Island
  • Visit South Plaza Islands
Starts / Ends
Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
Activity Level
Variable
This 8-day private cruise offers incredible snorkeling, hiking, and kayaking adventures all around the Galapagos archipelago in style. Gourmet cuisine, the best guides, and spacious & stylish cabins guarantee a top-notch luxury cruising experience second to none.
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Pinnacle Rock of Bartolome Island
from $129,450
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Private Charter - East & Central Islands Aboard Galapagos Horizon

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Horizon
  • Visit Lobos Island
  • Discover the volcanic Pitt Point
  • Admire Bachas beautiful lava shores
  • Hike through mangroves
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San Cristobal Interpretation Center / North Seymour
Activity Level
Variable
This 8-day adventure visits the islands of San Cristobal, Espanola, Rabida, Genovesa, and North Seymour, and offers stunning encounters with wildlife. Board the Galapagos Horizon on this private charter cruise for an unforgettable voyage exploring the Galapagos' landscapes and wildlife.
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Giant Tortoise
from $118,008
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Private Charter - North & Central Islands Aboard Galapagos Legend

4 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend
  • See wildlife in Black Turtle Cove
  • Genovesa bird viewing
  • See South Plaza’s land iguanas
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 4-day Private Galapagos Charter aboard Galapagos Legend for exclusive exploration of Santa Cruz, Genovesa, South Plaza, and Santa Fe. Experience giant tortoises, sea lions, seabirds, and marine life with personalized excursions, private guides, and flexible schedules for your group.
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Sea lions on beach in Rabida
from $45,787
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Private Charter - Galapagos Central Islands Aboard Corals

4 Day Itinerary aboard Corals
  • Visit the Charles Darwin Station
  • Explore Dragon Hill's wildlife
  • Snorkel & swim at Bartolome Island
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Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
During this 4-day private cruise explore the North Central islands of the Galapagos and visit the Fausto Llerena Breeding Center, home to the Galapagos giant tortoise and where the famous Lonesome George used to live. Walk through trails escorted by endemic land iguanas, mockingbirds, and Darwin´s finches, snorkel in crystalline waters and more!
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Blue-footed booby mating dance
from $86,640
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Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard Alya

6 Day Itinerary aboard Alya
  • Observe Galapagos giant tortoises
  • See the blue-footed boobies dance
  • Look for Galapagos penguins
  • Cruise along Moreno Point
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Baltra / Bachas Beach
Activity Level
Variable
Board the Alya on this 6-day private cruise of the Western Galapagos Islands, visiting some of the most popular sites including the Tortoise Breeding Center on Santa Cruz, snorkeling in Elizabeth Bay on Isabela, kayaking around Urbina Bay at Fernandina, and hiking the Chinese Hat Islet near the southeast coast of Santiago, plus much more.
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Punta Suarez on Espanola Island - lounging iguanas
from $157,345
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Private Charter - Southeast Islands Aboard Galapagos Legend

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend
  • Walk on Gardner Bay's beach
  • Try Floreana Post Office tradition
  • Visit Dragon Hill and see wildlife
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 5-day Private Galapagos Charter cruise - Southeast Islands aboard Galapagos Legend for private exploration of San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, Santa Cruz, and Mosquera Islet. Hike trails, snorkel reefs, kayak bays, and see giant tortoises, sea lions, albatross, and flamingos.
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Nap Time on Rabida Island
from $157,345
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Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard Galapagos Legend

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend
  • Walk at Rabida's red beach
  • Hike Tagus Cove with volcano views
  • See Punta Vicente Roca penguins
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Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Experience the remote, less-visited western islands of Santa Cruz, Santiago, Rabida, Isabela, and Fernandina on an unforgettable 5-day private cruise aboard the Galapagos Legend small ship.
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Playful sea lions
from $68,450
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Private Charter - Northern Galapagos Journey

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Sea Star
  • Explore Black Turtle Cove
  • Hike Bartolomé volcano summit
  • Walk El Barranco cliffs
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Experience the Galápagos Islands on a 5-day private cruise aboard the Sea Star, exploring Santa Cruz, Bartolomé, Santiago, and nearby islets. Hike scenic trails, snorkel in crystal-clear waters, and encounter flamingos, land iguanas, sea turtles, Galápagos penguins, and diverse bird species.
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Devil's Crown Galapagos
from $61,050
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Private Charter - Galapagos Southeast Islands Aboard Corals

5 Day Itinerary aboard Corals
  • Visit Cerro Brujo´s lava formations
  • Hike across Española Island
  • Swim and snorkel at Devil´s Crown
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an affordable 5-day Galapagos private cruise aboard the Corals yacht exploring the southeastern and central islands' wildlife and stunning landscape, including San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, and Santa Cruz. Encounter giant tortoises, snorkel in the crystalline waters and view colorful fish, sharks, rays, and sea turtles.
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Travelers being guided across the volcanic landscape.
from $61,050
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Private Charter - Western Galapagos Islands Cruise Aboard Corals

5 Day Itinerary aboard Corals
  • Snorkel at the Bolivar Channel
  • Meet Fernandina's endemic species
  • Land on Urbina's black beach
  • Explore Santiago's shores
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Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
This 5-day all-inclusive private Galapagos cruise aboard the Corals yacht explores the central and western islands of Santa Cruz, Fernandina, Isabela, and Santiago. Hike among dramatic volcanic landscapes filled with wildlife, and snorkel among marine iguanas, sea turtles, and playful sea lions.
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Sea lion looking off a rock
from $52,720
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Private Charter - Eastern Islands II

5 Day Itinerary aboard Archipel I
  • Visit Post Office Bay´s mailbox
  • Swim and snorkel with sea lions
  • Visit Fausto Llerena Center
Starts / Ends
Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
Activity Level
Variable
Embark Archipel I for a 5-day private cruise through the eastern islands of the Galapagos. Enjoy the unique green sand beaches of Cormorant point, the abundance of wildlife on Española, and the friendly interaction with Floreana's playful sea lions. These volcanic and wildlife-rich islands are ideal for a vacation.
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Catch a glimpse of a Blue-footed Booby on your Galapagos Islands tour
from $95,767
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Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard Tip Top II

8 Day Itinerary aboard Tip Top II
  • Visit Mosquera Islet
  • Observe birds on El Barroco
  • Explore Rabida Island
  • Swim & Snorkel at Chinese Hat
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Enjoy the Galapagos Islands aboard Tip Top II in 8 days, explore the magical landscapes with unique wildlife like sea lions, brown pelicans, blue-footed boobies and sally light-foot crabs. There is an endless list of activities to do on the different islands.
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Wildlife in the Galapagos
from $66,120
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Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard Bonita

7 Day Itinerary aboard Bonita
  • Discover Dragon Hill
  • Visit Espumilla Beach
  • See unique wildlife at Vicente Roce
  • Hike across Urbina Bay
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Los Gemelos (Twin Craters)
Activities
Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a Galapagos cruise aboard the Bonita for a private expedition. This 7-day tour of the western islands takes you to white beaches, secluded lagoons, and pristine snorkeling locations for an unforgettable week-long tour of the Galapagos.
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Curious sea lion during a snorkeling outing
from $86,640
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Private Charter - Southern Islands Aboard Alya

6 Day Itinerary aboard Alya
  • Admire Santa Fe's unique wildlife
  • Visit the Interpretation Center
  • Walk across Gardner Bay
  • Discover Suarez Point
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Santa Cruz Highlands
Activity Level
Variable
Discover all the magic the Southern Galapagos Islands have to offer on this 6-day private cruise. Sail through one of the most mind-blowing ecosystems on earth, with lovely white-sand beaches and unique wildlife with your private group of up to 16 guests.
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Exploring the Galapagos Islands aboard the Millenium
from $126,750
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Private Charter - Western Islands

Santiago Island to South Plaza - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Grand Ocean Spray
  • Snorkel at Vicente Roca Point
  • Spot birds in Moreno Point
  • Explore Santa Cruz highlands
  • Encounter wildlife in South Plaza
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Baltra
Activities
Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Hiking, Whale Watching
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 6-day private charter Galapagos Western Islands cruise aboard Grand Ocean Spray. Visit Isabela, Fernandina, Santa Cruz, and South Plaza to explore volcanic formations, snorkel with marine life, and encounter giant tortoises, penguins, and sea lions. Enjoy guided walks, dinghy rides, and unique wildlife experiences.
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