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| Trip Name | From | Days | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private Charter - Luxury West & Central Galapagos Cruise Aboard M/C Galapagos Endemic | $111,790 | 6 | A 6-day private cruise on board the M/C Endemic takes you through Western and Central Galapagos. Wildlife observation possibilities abound while traversing the islands, snorkeling in the crystal clear waters, or relaxing on the pristine shoreline. Sail through Baltra, Santiago, Isabela, Fernandina, and Rabida, among other places. |
| West & Central Islands + Genovesa | $9,990 | 8 | Embark on an 8-day Galapagos cruise aboard the M/C Endemic. Visit key locations like Santa Cruz, Isabela, Genovesa, and Fernandina. Hike volcanic terrain, snorkel with sea life, and spot rare birds and tortoises. This 8-day itinerary includes guided activities, landings, and wildlife viewing across diverse ecosystems. |
| Northern Islands | $5,987 | 5 | Board the La Pinta and sail through the Northern Islands of the Galapagos. This 5-day adventure takes you to Santa Cruz, Bartolome, and Genovesa. Enjoy sea lions, sea birds, and giant Galapagos tortoises which first made this island archipelago famous! |
| Northern Galapagos Journey | $4,845 | 5 | Experience a 5-day Galápagos adventure aboard the Sea Star, exploring Santa Cruz, Bartolomé, Santiago, and Genovesa Islands. Discover breathtaking volcanic landscapes, snorkel with penguins, and encounter iconic wildlife while hiking, kayaking, and exploring mangrove-lined coves. |
| North & Central Islands | $5,845 | 5 | Enjoy an extensive adventure into the unique world of the Galapagos on this incredible 5-day journey. Admire the incredible natural beauty of this archipelago sailing pass Baltra, Rabida, Santiago, Genovesa, Santa Cruz and more! |
| Private Charter - Northern Islands Cruise Aboard M/C Elite | $92,390 | 5 | Board the M/C Elite for a 5-day private Galapagos Northern Galapagos cruise. Visit Santa Cruz, Genovesa, Rabida, and San Cristobal to experience the volcanic islands' beauty and natural charm. Witness an abundance of unique wildlife, including tortoises, iguanas, several bird species, and sea lions. |
| Private Charter - Northern Galapagos Journey | $68,450 | 5 | 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. |
| Western Islands | $9,250 | 5 | Set off on a 5-day Western Islands Galapagos cruise aboard the Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise. Begin at Baltra and sail to Bachas Beach for wildlife encounters. Explore Tagus Cove, Urbina Bay, Espinoza Point, and Vicente Roca Point, discovering rich marine life. Conclude with a visit to North Seymour Island before disembarking in Baltra. |
| Northern Islands Cruise | $6,190 | 5 | Board the Elite for a 5-Day sailing expedition across one of the most unique archipelagos on the planet, the Galapagos Islands. Experience the beauty and natural charm of these volcanic islands while visiting Santa Cruz, Genovesa, Rabida and San Cristobal. |
| Western Islands | $5,845 | 5 | This 5-day 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. |
| Ship Name | Max Passengers | From | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galapagos Angel | 16 | $4,245 | The Galapagos Angel is a first-class private yacht with the highest navigation standards for the best sailing experience on the sea. Galapagos Angel accommodations are comfortably designed for 16 passengers, who can enjoy breathtaking views through the panoramic windows and top-notch service. |
| Alya | 16 | $4,600 | Alya catamaran offers luxury cruises to the Galapagos Islands. Accommodating just 16 passengers, the Alya boasts 9 spacious cabins with private facilities and a private balcony in each. Inside are the library, lounge, and dining areas, and outside guests can enjoy an ample sun deck and Jacuzzi. |
| Aqua | 16 | $5,195 | Aqua offers naturalist cruises with soft adventures for all ages, such as snorkeling, kayaking, wildlife interpretation hikes and occasional diving. The itineraries visit the most exceptional highlights of the Galapagos Marine reserve, including Darwin & Wolf Islands. |
| Solaris | 16 | $4,150 | The Solaris is a spacious 114.8 feet long yacht that will take you across one of the most stunning archipelagos on Earth! the 16 passenger ship was built to fulfill your expectations of comfort, safety and service, and her guests will enjoy it. |
| Silver Origin | 100 | $12,200 | Silver Origin is the height of experiential travel in the Galapagos. This 100-passenger destination-specific ship offers an extraordinary voyage for extraordinary people sailing to Galapagos. |
| Tip Top V | 16 | $6,388 | This boat lives up to its name, as a "tip top" way to explore the Galapagos Islands. Built in Ecuador especially for first class cruises in these magical islands, it has space for 16 guests in 10 fully carpeted cabins with private bathrooms & hot water. There's also a teak sundeck and courtesy kayaks and snorkeling equipment available. |
| Galaxy Orion | 14 | $1,800 | The stunning Galaxy Orion is a fully-equipped liveaboard yacht that gives a unique experience for diving lovers. It is totally rebuilt in 2022 and provides leisurely excursions, optimal comfort, attentive guides, and redesigned cabins and social areas. With a capacity for just 14 passengers in 8 well-appointed cabins, this is an ideal vessel for your Galapagos cruise. |
| Galaxy Sirius | 16 | $5,700 | Experience the luxurious grandeur of the Sirius Galaxy, an exquisite vessel skillfully designed to offer unmatched comfort and tranquility. With elegant decorations and top-of-the-line facilities, this exceptional ship guarantees a remarkable sailing adventure as you journey through the captivating Galapagos Islands. |
| Galaxy Diver II | 16 | $5,800 | The Galaxy Diver II is an exclusive yacht unveiling the wonders of the Galapagos Islands' most incredible diving sites. Dive into the hidden underwater galaxy, the expert team and cutting-edge equipment ensure a world-class experience with sharks, whales, manta rays, turtles, and more. |
| Bonita | 16 | $2,900 | The Bonita is a 16-passenger motor yacht that cruises the Galapagos Islands. This yacht boasts beautiful woodwork, air conditioning and spacious cabins featuring exceptionally flexible cruises of 5, 7, 9, 11 and 15-day itineraries touring the best of Galapagos. |
Santiago Island Facts and Highlights
Santiago, also known as James Island, is one of the largest islands in the Galapagos archipelago. Here are more facts about it:
Santiago Island Visitor Spots
Santiago is a central island right between Isabela and Santa Cruz with impressive rock formations and truly breathtaking landscapes.
Sullivan Bay: The landing at Sullivan Bay puts you right on a very young pahoehoe lava flow. As you trek across this distinct rock surface, you will see how the flows have layered and hardened. This is also distinct for the lava-burned vegetation around the periphery and the cracks that formed when some of the magma cooled rapidly. These kinds of hikes will give you an up-close look at just how these islands are born.
Espumilla Beach: This golden beach is tucked in James Bay on the northern side of the island. Snorkelers will delight in the diversity of marine species, from moray eels to rays and sharks, and even octopi. On shore, the bright red Sally lightfoot crabs dot the beach and attract hungry herons. In addition to the Palo Santo forest, you will see plenty of marine iguanas and perhaps a nesting sea turtle.
Puerto Egas: Also located in James Bay is this beachfront visitor site. As the tide comes in, impressive grottos fill with water, and the fauna comes alive for snorkelers – rays, reef sharks, sea turtles, and marine iguanas are just a few of the wonderful things you will see when you dive. Sea lions, Galapagos hawks, finches, and oystercatchers also call these rock formations their home. If you hike to the end of the beach, you will be at the foot of Sugarloaf Volcano, from which the beach gets its black sand. Also near the beach is El Crater, a saltwater lake during the wet season, but a salt mine during the dry season. Although several mining operations have been attempted here, none have proven successful.
Buccaneer Cove: Before the Galapagos became a popular tourist destination, it was a sanctuary for pirates. Few sites pay homage to this nefarious past as much as Buccaneer Cove, where pirates used to hide out in the cave. Snorkelers will appreciate the clear turquoise waters that house sting rays, turtles, and tropical fish, and there’s a short trail that winds through the mangroves, where the turtles lay their eggs.
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