The Grand Majestic Galapagos Cruise vessel was constructed in 2018 in the United States; becoming one of the fastest and most modern yachts in the archipelago. This vessel was fully designed with the exclusive traveler in mind. Offering cruises of 4,5, and alternating 8 day itineraries.
The Grand Majestic offers 7 spacious staterooms and 1 truly remarkable master suite.
Santiago Island: Buccaneer CoveBuccaneer Cove is a testament to the fact that Santiago was once a refuge for British buccaneers.
Espumilla Beach
Santiago Island: Espumilla BeachEspumilla Beach is a popular place for marine iguanas and Sally Lightfoot Crabs.
PMSullivan Bay
Santiago Island: Sullivan BayThe lava field has a variety of patterns made by the shapes and textures of trees that once existed there.
Day 7 – Bachas Beach – Santa CruzAMBachas 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.
PMSanta Cruz
Tortoise Breeding Center.
Day 8 – Leon Dormido – San Cristobal DepartureAMLeon 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.
San Cristobal Departure
San Cristobal Island. Transfer to the Airport.
Itinerary Details
Day 1 – Baltra ArrivalAMBaltra Arrival
Baltra IslandArrival in Baltra airport and transfer to the boat. Briefing onboard about the boat and the island.
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 – Rabida Island – Sombrero ChinoAMRabida Island
Rábida IslandA bird-watcher´s delight. Species includes Flycatchers, Galapagos Hawks and Brown Pelicans.
PMSombrero Chino
Sombrero Chino IslandThe landing is on a beautiful crescent-shaped beach, home to sea lions and Sally Lightfoot crabs.
Day 4 – Cerro Brujo – Isla LobosAMCerro Brujo
San Cristobal Island: Cerro BrujoA beautiful white-sand beach full of pelicans, blue-footed boobies, sea lions and marine iguanas.
PMIsla Lobos
San Cristobal Island: Isla LobosThis small island is named after the sea lions that rest and play on its rocky shores.
Day 5 – 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 – 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 – Post Office Bay – Baroness Observatory – Cormoran Point – Devils CrownAMPost 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.
PMCormoran Point
Floreana Island: Cormorant PointCormorant Point offers a trail overlooking a saltwater lagoon that is a favourite of flamingos.
Devils Crown
Floreana Island: Devil´s CrownArguably the best snorkeling site in the islands, Devil´s Crown boasts an amazing variety of fish.
Day 3 – 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 4 – Los Gemelos – Baltra DepartureAMLos Gemelos
Santa Cruz Island: Los GemelosSpanish for The Twins, they are two volcanic depressions on the highest part of Santa Cruz.
Baltra Departure
Baltra. Transfer to the Airport.
Included
– All meals throughout cruise – Transfers in the islands – All excursions – Bilingual national park guide – Free airport assistance* – 1 hotel night in Quito or Guayaquil (the day before the cruise)* – 1 Free airport transfer for Galapagos flight* *Applies when purchasing roundtrip Galapagos airfare from Royal Galapagos (does not apply on 2X1 promotions). Contact us for details.
Not Included
– Mainland-Galapagos-Mainland airfare – Alcoholic drinks – US$100 Galapagos National Park fee – US$20 Transit Control Card – Travel / medical insurance – Tips – Personal expenses
