To maximize your time on cruise, the majority of Galapagos Travel tours longer repositioning moves are normally at night while you sleep. Frequently you’ll wake up to find the boat has magically transported you to a new island.

Galapagos Cruises & Yachts

While you don't need to be an athlete to explore the Galapagos, you should be in good physical shape. Getting in and out of rafts for shore landings takes some effort. Also, keep in mind the islands' irregular volcanic terrain, as this may include some challenging outings and walks.

There are numerous travel packages - yachts offering Galapagos Islands cruises (allmost 90). Which cruise is the best for your Ecuador travel - Galapagos vacation? Which yacht is most suitable for your family vacation to these splendid islands? Here you find reviews of many of the best cruises to the Galapagos Islands. Boats are listed alphabetically rather than in any order of preference; all are good yachts. Cruise reviews follow. Ask for last minute tour & trips offers.

The Galapagos Legend. - Classic cruise of tourism ship offering comfortable travel service for 100 passengers. There are five different cabin types, the main difference being the window size. Swimming pool. This is a clasic boat cruise - including folkloric shows- it has that “cruise feel” about it. This 7 night cruise departs on Mondays.

Santa Cruz. - Accommodate travels for 90 passengers, in 46 cabins range from single to quadruple this is an excellent choice for family vacations in the Galapagos Island. Facilities on the cruise are first class: there is a cozy restaurant, lounge, library and sun-deck with bar and Jacuzzi. There are 52 crew and naturalist guides. An excellent choice for any trip to the Galapagos. Tour departures for the seven night Santa Cruz cruise on Fridays

Galapagos Explorer II. - Accommodate  for 100 passengers. The 50 suites are distributed over five decks and have outside view of the islands. Facilities to entertain vacationers including a library, games room, small pool, Jacuzzi, solarium, massage suite. The Galapagos Explorer Cruise has quite a cruise ship feel to it and it is one of the cheaper large cruise ships in the Galapagos. Tour seven night cruise departs on Saturdays.

Eclipse .- The Eclipse cruise is fast and nimble. Capacity for 48 passengers, 27  cabins are both large and spacious. Include a 6 meter swimming pool, a video room, shop, observation deck. The Eclipse is one of the best cruise ships available. The seven night cruise departs on Saturdays.

Isabella II. - First class cruise liner for your best vacations and enjoy the best experience on the Galapagos Island cruise. Capacity for 48 passengers. Accommodation is in 21 cabins of different categories. There is a bar, dining room, spacious sun-deck, library/video room, Jacuzzi and solarium. The Isabella is a glass-bottomed cruise boat. This seven night cruise departs on Tuesdays.

La Pinta. - One of the newest large cruise ships for tours  in the Galapagos, 63- meter motor yacht with 24 cabins. each cabin boasting an enormous panoramic view and connecting cabins perfect for families.Each cabin boasting  an enormous panoramic view and conecting cabins perfect for families. There is a sun-deck. This seven-night cruise begins and ends on the small island of Baltra, just off Santa Cruz Island.

Evolution Cruise. - The cruise ship has an interior reminiscent of an English country house hotel with classic décor and comfortable furnishings. It has a warm and welcoming feel. Facilities include al-fresco dining area, a small plunge pool, sun deck, observation deck and bar. The service is excellent and highly personalized. Up to 32 passengers are accommodated in 12 cabins and 4 suites. There is a yacht crew of 18 plus two English speaking naturalist guides. The Evolution is one of the best boats cruising the Galapagos Islands. The seven night cruise departs on Saturdays.

Boats & Yachts Small Cruise in the Galapogas Island 

Alta. - Eight double and twin cabins are quite. The boat areas are spacious and comfortable with cushioned seating and loungers on the sun deck. This seven night cruise departs on Saturdays.

Beagle .- A stylish cruise boat with teak decking, the Beagle is an attractive option for those seeking a romantic and close-to-nature Galapagos Islands holiday. There are six double cabins and one for single travelers, large picture windows. This seven nights Beagle cruise departs on Tuesdays.

Beluga. - Cruise accommodates 16 passengers in eight en suite, double cabins. There is plenty of space on the yacht’s deck. There are nine crew members including a naturalist guide. This seven night Beluga cruise departs on Fridays.

Cachalote. - Cruise accommodates 16 passengers in eight cabins with bunk beds which nevertheless have private facilities . Meals are taken communally. As this is quite a small yacht and many of the cabins suffer from slight engine noise. The seven night Cachalote cruise departs on Wednesdays.

Coral .- Cruise accommodates 36 passengers in compact but bright cabins with lower berths, and en suite facilities. There are a spacious restaurant with large picture windows and the spacious sundeck has a Jacuzzi with fine views. The yacht have ten crew members and two naturalist guides. The seven nights Coral cruise has a Sunday departure.

Diamante. - Cruise for 12 passengers, and will appeal to those who wish to travel the Galapagos in a more intimate environment. Fully air conditioned cabins are six in total. There is a bright deck house where the comfortable dining room allows guests to enjoy 360 degree views. There are six crew and one English speaking guide. The seven night Diamante cruise has a Wednesday departure.

Fragata. - The Fragata is a 25 meter motor yacht cruise accommodate 16 passengers in single and double cabins. All of the cabins have en suite facilities and the boat is air conditioned throughout. Facilities include a sundeck, diving platform and bar saloon. The Fragata offers cruise normally departing on Mondays.

Lammer Law. - Sailboat, has a vast sun deck area and spacious cabins. The eight cabins have plenty of storage space and beds can be configured as doubles or singles. Is often a cruise whose main activities will involve scuba diving. The seven night Lammer Law cruise depart on Sunday.

Letty, Eric & Flamingo. - these three identical craft, the MVs Letty, Eric and Flamingo, offer comfortable cruising at the top end of the tourist class range. They are not quite first class Galapagos islands yachts, but very good nonetheless, and are excellent value for money. As such, availability can often be a problem - you’ll need to book this Galapagos cruise well in advance. There are ten cabins on three floors. The sun deck is particularly spacious and the cruise has a lot of emphasis on snorkeling. Departures are on Sundays for this seven night cruise.

Mary Anne. - The most romantic and beautiful ships in the Galapagos Islands, this is a genuine sailing boat. There are 10 cabins and a maximum 16 passengers on the Mary Anne meaning it is a spacious boat. The sun deck has covered seating area and al fresco dining areas. One of the best cruises for those seeking a smaller boat, this 7 night cruise departs on Wednesdays.

Mistral. - Accommodates 12 passengers in six cabins with upper and lower berths and private facilities. There is a spacious dining room with picture windows and a comfortable sun deck. You can also opt to eat in the aft deck.  The boat is well-equipped for diving and adventure vacation departures. Departures for 7 night cruise departs on Saturdays.

Parranda. – Is a motor yacht for those who wish to travel around the Galapagos Islands on a relatively small craft but in comfort and style. There are eight cabins accommodating 16 guests. The outside decking area is very spacious. The seven night Parranda´s cruise departs on Saturdays.

Sagitta - Sailing ship offers passengers the romance of travelling on a sailing ship with more space and comfort than is sometimes found on such craft.  The seven night cruise departs on Wednesdays.

Samba. -  The Samba cruise carries 13 passengers in six fully air-conditioned cabins each with en suite facilities and one with exterior shower and toilet. There are both indoor and al fresco dining facilities, a small bar and two sun decks. A great option for those on a tighter budget for their Ecuador travel. The seven night Samba cruise leaves on Tuesdays.

Sea Cloud. - Ideal for those who want to explore the islands as part of a smaller group or family cruise. There are four air-conditioned cabins, each with double lower and single upper berths and private facilities with hot water shower. The 7 night Sea cloud cruise departs on Saturdays.

Sky Dancer - Capacity for 16 passengers. This is a diving cruise to the Galapagos Islands. Accommodation is in eight twin bedded cabins located on two decks. The seven night Sky Dancer diving cruise departs on Sundays.

Tip Top II, II, IV. - The Tip Top boats have a total capacity for 16 passengers and eight-crew including one naturalist multilingual guide. Seven night cruise departures are on Fridays.