2025 QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS CRUISE OVERVIEW
Packed full of wonderful highlights, this boutique Galapagos Islands cruise showcases the diversity of the amazing natural wonders through the spectacular and bucket-list sights of the stunning Galapagos Islands .
After the huge success of our fully-booked and inaugural 2023 Galapagos Islands cruise, we’re ready to do it all over again in 2025. Our “Galapagos Islands Cruise” is the ultimate, bucket-list trip for those desiring to experience the natural beauty and spectacles of many of the major highlights these stunning remote islands on board a boutique motor yacht.
We start the trip in Ecuador’s capitol Quito with a welcome meeting before a tour of the UNESCO World Heritage Listed historic section of the city. This evening, a highlight Ecuadorian local dinner evening and overnight stay in our 5-star hotel. On day 2 we transfer to Quito Airport for our flight to the Galapagos Islands where we spend 7-nights on board the beautiful M/S Grand Queen Beatriz! With all meals and shore excursions included and an expert local marine biologist/naturalist as our Tour Leader, this trip is limited to a maximum of only 15 guests on board. Each day we cruise to another section of the islands with our own private craft for included shore-excursions. With only 15 guests on board your local Tour Leader will be showing you all the wondrous sights of this spectacular part of the world.
We have an included return flight to Quito with hotel accommodation on Day 9 and final highlight local dinner before we finish this iconic trip in the morning of Day 10.
Our beautiful ship complete with well-appointed cabins, each with private ensuites, a top sun deck with bar to watch the islands drift past, indoor dining room and bar plus alfresco lounge. Even a jacuzzi on the top deck! All spread over three decks for only 15 guests with 8 crew.
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HIGHLIGHTS (10 days Quito to Quito)
- Day 1 and Day 9, 5-star, central Quito accommodation
- 7-nights on board the stunning M/S Grand Queen Beatrix with three meals per day and all shore excursions and site-seeing as per listed itinerary
- Local Tour Director/Marine Biologist/Naturalist on private cruise
Other Inclusions
- Welcome Drink and Highlight welcome local dinner in Quito
- City tour with local guide Quito
- Individual Arrival and Departure airport transfers in Quito
- Highlight final dinner in Quito
- Inclusive of all tips to Tour Directors, Tour Drivers, local guides, ship crew and included restaurants
TOUR PACE
Our 10-day trip includes 7 days onboard the lovely M/S Grand Queen Beatrix with all shore excursions in our Galapagos islands cruise included. To make the most of the Galapagos Islands we have some early morning starts on the boat to try and avoid many of our island visits before the heat of the middle of the day. Lots of time to relax on board in between your daily island visits and snorkelling adventures!
IS THIS TRIP RIGHT FOR YOU?
- Please read the itinerary carefully to ensure that you are comfortable with the level of physical activity on this trip, including moving about the boat. The cabins and communal areas of the boat are spread over three decks, and the steps between the decks are steep.
- You will be entering and exiting a Zodiac boat (panga) during wet and dry landings and when returning from snorkelling. Although the waters we sail are usually calm, there are times when the sea can get rough and choppy. Steady sea legs (and a sturdy stomach) are needed when walking around the boat during bad weather. Rain or shine, your trusty crew will always be on hand to assist you.
- Many of our island visits with our naturalist guide will take us along paths that can be uneven, unsealed, rocky, old lava flows, slow walks up old ravines and even many steps up pathways. Our guests should be good walkers with a good amount of fitness for our island visits.
- A typical yacht/boat for sixteen travellers is equipped with eight cabins each with ensuites. They are designed to maximise living area space, so sleeping quarters can be a bit cramped when including luggage. That being said, the adventure and exhilaration of an authentic Galapagos trip on board your own boat more than makes up for that!
- While at sea and when exploring the islands, you may be exposed to the sun for large parts of the day. It’s important to use sun protection and drink plenty of water.
- Please note that while there is an itinerary in place, some changes may occur due to the weather or because of direction from the local authorities. This can happen with little notice so please be prepared for potential modifications to the route or activities. A sense of humour and flexibility will ensure you have a fun, relaxing trip through this beautiful part of the world no matter what happens.
- All of our Galapagos tours begin and end in Quito which is located approximately 2850 metres above sea level so you may experience some altitude sickness. We recommend talking to your health professional beforehand in regards to altitude sickness prevention and whether this trip is right for you.
