Upon arrival to the Galapagos Islands in the summer of 2019 the Elite Catamaran immediately set a new standard for other luxury-class yachts to follow. This Elite Galapagos Cruise feels like a luxury hotel on the open water. The cabins are spacious with all the details well thought out. The en-suite facilities include a frosted-glass wall shower. All cabins can be converted from king to twins.
The gastronomical experience will truly delight you. All of the ingredients are sourced from local farms or caught fresh. Most of the breakfasts and lunches will be served buffet style, while dinner will be elegant and romantic. Special dietary needs or kids’ meals are easily provided upon request.
The yacht features all of the amenities you would expect on a luxury cruise; including a semi-covered sky deck, outdoor dining options, open-air & indoor bars, and a comfortable jacuzzi. Adjoining cabins are available on both decks.
Day 1 – San Cristobal Arrival – El Junco LagoonAMSan Cristobal Arrival
San Cristobal IslandArrival in airport and transfer to the boat. Briefing onboard about the boat and the island.
PMEl Junco Lagoon
San Cristobal Island: El Junco LagoonA small crater within a large caldera of a volcano, is the only permanent freshwater lake in the Galapagos.
Day 2 – North Seymour Island – Dragon HillAMNorth Seymour Island
North Seymour IslandExplore the rocky coast, passing colonies of blue-footed boobies and magnificent frigatebirds.
PMDragon Hill
Santa Cruz Island: Dragon HillA hypersalinic lagoon frequented by flamingos, stilts, pintail ducks and other species of birds.
Day 3 – Las Tintoreras – Sierra Negra – Tortoise Breeding Center – WetlandsAMLas Tintoreras
Isabela Island: Las TintorerasA short distance from Puerto Villamil is the small island known as Las Tintoreras.
Sierra Negra
Isabela Island: Sierra Negra VolcanoOn the way up you can see lush vegetation and the summit offers a spectacular view of the lowlands.
PMTortoise Breeding Center
Isabela Island: Tortoise Breeding StationCreated to protect animals in their first years of life from the threats of foreign species.
Wetlands
Isabela Island: WetlandsThey consist of lagoons, swamps, and mangroves and are home to a variety of unique bird species.
Day 4 – Moreno Point – Urbina BayAMMoreno Point
Isabela Island: Moreno PointBeautiful rocky shores where penguins and shore birds, including blue herons, are usually spotted.
PMUrbina Bay
Isabela Island: Urbina BayIts waters are a good place to see turtles and rays. Ashore you´ll find a short trail leading to a coral reef.
Day 5 – Espinosa Point – Vicente Roca PointAMEspinosa Point
Fernandina Island: Espinosa PointA narrow stretch of land where hundreds of marine iguanas gather largely on black lava rocks.
PMVicente Roca Point
Isabela Island: Vicente Roca PointThe remnants of an ancient volcano form two turquoise coves with a bay protected from ocean swells.
Day 6 – Rabida Island – Bartholomew IslandAMRabida Island
Rábida IslandA bird-watcher´s delight. Species includes Flycatchers, Galapagos Hawks and Brown Pelicans.
PMBartholomew Island
Bartholomew IslandBartholomew is home of the Pinnacle Rock, the most famous view in the Galapagos, and a beautiful white-sanded beach.
Day 7 – Cerro Brujo – Leon Dormido – San CristobalAMCerro Brujo
San Cristobal Island: Cerro BrujoA beautiful white-sand beach full of pelicans, blue-footed boobies, sea lions and marine iguanas.
Leon Dormido
San Cristobal Island: Leon DormidoThis island comprises two rocks which jut out of the ocean and is home to a large colony of sea birds.
PMSan Cristobal
Giant Tortoises’ Reserve
Day 8 – Interpretation Center – San Cristobal DepartureAMInterpretation Center
San Cristobal Island: Interpretation CenterA series of interactive exhibits providing information about the history and biodiversity of the Galapagos.
San Cristobal Departure
San Cristobal Island. Transfer to the Airport.
Itinerary Details
Day 1 – San Cristobal Arrival – San CristobalAMSan Cristobal Arrival
San Cristobal IslandArrival in airport and transfer to the boat. Briefing onboard about the boat and the island.
PMSan Cristobal
David Rodiguez Breeding Center.
Day 2 – Suarez Point – Gardner Bay – Osborn IsletAMSuarez Point
Española Island: Suárez PointSuarez Point is one of the most outstanding wildlife areas of the archipelago.
PMGardner Bay
Española Island: Gardner BayGardner Bay has a magnificent beach with turquoise waters. The bay is home of a large colony of sea lions.
Osborn Islet
Española Island: Osborn IsletThis small island is a marine visit where you can enjoy fantastic snorkeling and swimming.
Day 3 – Cormoran Point – Champion Islet – Post Office Bay – Baroness ObservatoryAMCormoran Point
Floreana Island: Cormorant PointCormorant Point offers a trail overlooking a saltwater lagoon that is a favourite of flamingos.
Champion Islet
Floreana Island: Champion IsletA small island located very near Floreana, snorkeling and diving around Champion can be excellent.
PMPost Office Bay
Floreana Island: Post Office BayA white-sand beach where in the past sailors used to leave and receive their letters in a barrel.
Baroness Observatory
Floreana Island: Barones´s ObservatoryThis site shows a breath-taking view of La Loberia and the inland features of Floreana Island.
Day 4 – Mosquera Islet – Charles Darwin StationAMMosquera Islet
Mosquera IslandThe island consists is a long narrow stretch of white sand, rocks, and tide pools.
PMCharles Darwin Station
Santa Cruz Island: Charles Darwin StationAn organisation that provides scientific assistance to ensure the proper preservation of the Galapagos.
Day 5 – Prince Phillip Steps – Darwin IslandAMPrince Phillip Steps
Genovesa Island: Prince Phillip´s StepsAn extraordinary, steep path leads through a seabird colony full of life, up to cliffs that are 25m high.
PMDarwin Island
Darwin IslandDiving at Darwin is overwhelming as the water it is thick with ham
Day 6 – Espumilla Beach – Buccaneer Cove – Puerto EgasAMEspumilla Beach
Santiago Island: Espumilla BeachEspumilla Beach is a popular place for marine iguanas and Sally Lightfoot Crabs.
PMBuccaneer Cove
Santiago Island: Buccaneer CoveBuccaneer Cove is a testament to the fact that Santiago was once a refuge for British buccaneers.
Puerto Egas
Santiago Island: Puerto EgasPuerto Egas, with its black sand beaches, was the site of small salt mining industry in the 1960s.
Day 7 – Bachas Beach – Los Gemelos – HighlandsAMBachas Beach
Santa Cruz Island: Bachas BeachA swimming beach and one of the few remnants of the U.S. World War II presence in the Galápagos.
PMLos Gemelos
Santa Cruz Island: Los GemelosSpanish for The Twins, they are two volcanic depressions on the highest part of Santa Cruz.
Highlands
Santa Cruz Island: HighlandsThe highlands are located in the northern part of the island and can reach elevations up to 1500 mt.
Day 8 – Isla Lobos – San Cristobal DepartureAMIsla Lobos
San Cristobal Island: Isla LobosThis small island is named after the sea lions that rest and play on its rocky shores.
San Cristobal Departure
San Cristobal Island. Transfer to the Airport.
Itinerary Details
Day 1 – San Cristobal Arrival – Interpretation CenterAMSan Cristobal Arrival
San Cristobal IslandArrival in airport and transfer to the boat. Briefing onboard about the boat and the island.
PMInterpretation Center
San Cristobal Island: Interpretation CenterA series of interactive exhibits providing information about the history and biodiversity of the Galapagos.
Day 2 – Suarez Point – Gardner Bay – Osborn IsletAMSuarez Point
Española Island: Suárez PointSuarez Point is one of the most outstanding wildlife areas of the archipelago.
PMGardner Bay
Española Island: Gardner BayGardner Bay has a magnificent beach with turquoise waters. The bay is home of a large colony of sea lions.
Osborn Islet
Española Island: Osborn IsletThis small island is a marine visit where you can enjoy fantastic snorkeling and swimming.
Day 3 – Cormoran Point – Champion Islet – Post Office Bay – Baroness ObservatoryAMCormoran Point
Floreana Island: Cormorant PointCormorant Point offers a trail overlooking a saltwater lagoon that is a favourite of flamingos.
Champion Islet
Floreana Island: Champion IsletA small island located very near Floreana, snorkeling and diving around Champion can be excellent.
PMPost Office Bay
Floreana Island: Post Office BayA white-sand beach where in the past sailors used to leave and receive their letters in a barrel.
Baroness Observatory
Floreana Island: Barones´s ObservatoryThis site shows a breath-taking view of La Loberia and the inland features of Floreana Island.
Day 4 – Mosquera Islet – Baltra DepartureAMMosquera Islet
Mosquera IslandThe island consists is a long narrow stretch of white sand, rocks, and tide pools.
Baltra Departure
Baltra. Transfer to the Airport.
Itinerary Details
Day 1 – Baltra Arrival – Mosquera Islet – Charles Darwin StationAMBaltra Arrival
Baltra IslandArrival in Baltra airport and transfer to the boat. Briefing onboard about the boat and the island.
PMMosquera Islet
Mosquera IslandThe island consists is a long narrow stretch of white sand, rocks, and tide pools.
Charles Darwin Station
Santa Cruz Island: Charles Darwin StationAn organisation that provides scientific assistance to ensure the proper preservation of the Galapagos.
Day 2 – Prince Phillip Steps – Darwin BayAMPrince Phillip Steps
Genovesa Island: Prince Phillip´s StepsAn extraordinary, steep path leads through a seabird colony full of life, up to cliffs that are 25m high.
PMDarwin Bay
Genovesa Island: Darwin BayA coral beach where a 750 mt. trail takes you through more seabird colonies.
Day 3 – Espumilla Beach – Buccaneer Cove – Puerto EgasAMEspumilla Beach
Santiago Island: Espumilla BeachEspumilla Beach is a popular place for marine iguanas and Sally Lightfoot Crabs.
Buccaneer Cove
Santiago Island: Buccaneer CoveBuccaneer Cove is a testament to the fact that Santiago was once a refuge for British buccaneers.
PMPuerto Egas
Santiago Island: Puerto EgasPuerto Egas, with its black sand beaches, was the site of small salt mining industry in the 1960s.
Day 4 – Bachas Beach – Los Gemelos – HighlandsAMBachas Beach
Santa Cruz Island: Bachas BeachA swimming beach and one of the few remnants of the U.S. World War II presence in the Galápagos.
PMLos Gemelos
Santa Cruz Island: Los GemelosSpanish for The Twins, they are two volcanic depressions on the highest part of Santa Cruz.
Highlands
Santa Cruz Island: HighlandsThe highlands are located in the northern part of the island and can reach elevations up to 1500 mt.
Day 5 – Isla Lobos – San Cristobal DepartureAMIsla Lobos
San Cristobal Island: Isla LobosThis small island is named after the sea lions that rest and play on its rocky shores.
San Cristobal Departure
San Cristobal Island. Transfer to the Airport.
Rates
These are the standard prices for the Elite Galapagos cruises. There may be promotional rates available for your prospective travel dates. Let us know your travel plans and we will give you the best quote possible. If you see a lower published price elsewhere, and you prefer to book with us, just let us know.
Cabin Type
4 days
5 days
8 days
Standard Suite
$4490
$5650
$8990
Rates Per Person – Based upon double occupancy
Included
– Transfers airport/yacht/airport in Galapagos – Airport reception and assistance – Double or single accommodation – Guided expeditions according to the itinerary – Top bilingual National Park guide (English / Spanish) – Cruise Service Officer – Activity daily briefing – All meals and snacks – Soft drinks and juices – Captain’s welcome and farewell cocktail – Supplied expedition gear
Not Included
– Round trip to Galapagos – Galapagos National Park Entrance fee ($100 – subject to change) – Transit Control Card ($20 – subject to change) – Alcoholic and bottled beverages – Gratuities for guide and crew – Travel and health insurance – Micro SD Card
Deck Plans
Gallery
Technical Specs
Technical Specifications:
Capacity: 16
Contruction Year: 2019
Width: 13.5 mt / 44.29 ft
Max speed: 12 Knots
Crew: 10 crew members, Cruise Service Officer , Guide
Diving at Darwin is overwhelming as the water it is thick with ham
