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Recommended First Class Galapagos Small boat Cruises

The Seaman Journey is a luxurious first-class yacht offering superior comfort, size, style, and stability. Trip Length: 4, 5, 8, 11, or 15 days Destination: Galapagos Islands Lodging: 16-passenger, 1st-class motor catamaran Activities: Wildlife viewing, naturalist walks, snorkeling

First Class Yachts are for people who value comfort and great experience, but don't need luxury. They offer nice cabins with beds on the floor (not bunk beds), decent sized private bathrooms, plenty of common space and great guides and itineraries. Click here to see more First Class Yachts.

Recommended Tourist Superior Galapagos Small boat Cruises

The Angelito I Galapagos Cruise is a perfect way to experience the best of the Galapagos Islands for travelers seeking a quality Galapagos naturalist cruise but who don't need luxury accommodations. It offers great guides, personal service and top-notch wildlife-rich itineraries. Trip Lengths: 4, 5, 8, 11, 12, or 15 Days Destination: Galapagos Islands Lodging: 16-Passenger, tourist superior class yacht Activities: Wildlife viewing, naturalist walks, snorkeling

The Cachalote Explorer is a top choice for those looking for a great Galapagos experience, with great itineraries, guides, and service, but who don't need, or want to pay for, luxurious cabins and shared spaces. Trip Lengths: 6, 8, or 15 Days Destination: Galapagos Islands Accommodations: 16 Passenger First Class Motor Yacht Activities: Wildlife viewing, naturalist walks, snorkeling, kayak

The Bonita Galapagos Cruise is a budget friendly, spacious and comfortable yacht, with capacity for 16 passengers, kayaking, and stand up paddle boarding. Trip Length: 5, 7, 9, 11, or 15 Days. Trips longer than those listed combine above trips. Destination: Galapagos Islands Accommodations: 16 passenger Tourist Superior Yacht Activities: Wildlife viewing, naturalist walks, snorkeling, kayaking, stand up paddle boarding

Recommended Luxury Class Galapagos Small boat Cruises

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The luxurious 20-passenger each Origin, Theory, and Evolve Galapagos Yachts are sister ships custom designed for comfort and sustainability. The sophisticated design maximizes ocean views from the ten deluxe staterooms on the main deck and the expansive indoor and outdoor social and observation areas. The Origin, Theory, and Evolve offer world-class service and amenities while saving fuel and treading gently on the earth. The itineraries are carefully designed so you will experience the best of the Galapagos, while the inspired gourmet style menus, open bar policy, and sun deck and hot tub will keep you comfortable and happy. Trip Length: 8 Days Destination: Galapagos Islands Accommodations: Luxury yachts with 20 passengers each Activities: Wildlife viewing, naturalist walks, snorkeling, kayaking, stand up paddle boarding

The Sea Star Journey is a newer luxury cruise that combines spacious accommodations and unique itineraries for seeing the Islands. Trip Length: 5, 6, 10, 11 or 15 Days Destination: Galapagos Islands Accommodations: 16-Passenger luxury yacht Activities: Naturalist walks, snorkelling, kayaking

Luxury Class Yachts are for those who want to be very comfortable on their cruise. They have spacious cabins, well-adorned bathrooms, upscale common areas, fine food, and often even a cruise director on board, in addition to the naturalist guide, to make sure everyone is comfortable. Click here to see more Luxury Class Yachts.

Tourist Class Yachts are perfect for those who value experiencing the islands over large or well-decorated cabins and common areas. The cabins (often with bunk beds), bathrooms, and common areas will be smaller, but they still offer top naturalists and great itineraries. Click here to see more Tourist Class Yachts

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Choosing a great Galapagos Islands cruise can be confusing. Our goal is to make it simple for you to get the right trip for you, and our unbiased expert travel advisors are here to help.

On a Galapagos small boat yacht trip you visit multiple islands and sites, going ashore twice a day for nature walks and snorkeling adventures with your naturalist guide. By visiting more sites than on a land-based trip a Galapagos yacht trip is the best way to see the most animal species, and to experience the famous variation between the species on each island.

Galapagos cruise ships range from 10 passenger boats to 100 passenger ships, with 16 passengers the most common size. Yachts are broken up into categories based on size and luxury: Luxury yachts are the most spacious with the best service, and are best for those who want to travel in comfort and style; First Class yachts offer nice amenities and service at a lower price; Tourist Superior Class yachts still offer great Galapagos experiences, but the cabins (with private bathrooms and air conditioning) and communal space are generally smaller and not fancy.

To learn more about traveling to the Galapagos Islands, read our Galapagos Islands Travel Guide

Read about the different classes of yacht trips here: What is the Difference Between Boat Classes in the Galapagos Islands 

All Galapagos Cruises and Yacht Trips

Galapagos Cruises and Yacht Trips

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A slightly smaller tourist-superior naturalist cruise that's a bit nicer than others in it's same class. Trip Length: 8 or 15 Days Destination: Galapagos Islands Lodging: 14 passenger tourist superior motor yacht Activities: Wildlife viewing, naturalist walks, snorkeling

The Eden is a good value for a naturalist cruise, larger than most others in its class and price range. Trip Length: 4, 5, 8, or 15 Days Destination: Galapagos Islands Lodging: 16 passenger, tourist superior motor yacht Activities: Wildlife viewing, naturalist walks, snorkeling

The Solaris Yacht is a first class, 16 passenger motor yacht at a great price point. All cabins are very spacious and located on the main and upper decks. This cruise is great for solo travelers and larger groups, as there are lots single cabins (without a single supplement) and triple cabins. Trip Lengths: 4, 5, 8, 11, 12, or 15 Days Destination: Galapagos Islands Lodging: 16-Passenger, tourist superior to first class yacht Activities: Wildlife viewing, naturalist walks, snorkeling

The recently refurbished Cormorant Luxury Catamaran incorporates the very best of Galapagos Catamaran design. All of the cabins have floor to ceiling windows and private balconies. The Cormorant has spacious common areas, and a lovely sun deck with a large jacuzzi. Trip Lengths: 4, 5, 8, 11, 12, or 15 Days Destination: Galapagos Islands Lodging: 16-Passenger, luxury class catamaran Activities: Wildlife viewing, naturalist walks, snorkeling, kayaking

This 100 passenger Galapagos cruise ship offers lots of amenities, including massages, jacuzzi, and sauna in the spa, a swimming pool, and a kids corner, cinema, and game room. The larger size makes the boat very stable. Trip Length: 4, 5, 8, 11, 12, or 15 days Destination: Galapagos Islands Lodging: 110 passenger first-class/luxury class motor yacht Activities: Wildlife viewing, snorkeling, walking

Discover the Galapagos Islands on board the Archipel II Galapagos Catamaran, a very stable and comfortable cruise, with excellent long and short wildlife itineraries. Trip Length: 4, 5, 8, 11, 12, or 15 Days Destination: Galapagos Islands Accommodations: 16 passenger, Tourist Superior Catamaran Activities: Wildlife viewing, naturalist walks, snorkeling, kayaking

The Treasure is a first class, 16 passenger catamaran at a great price point.  All cabins are located on the main and upper decks offering twin or double beds, private facilities, and private balconies. Trip Lengths: 5, 7, 9, 11, or 15 Days Destination: Galapagos Islands Lodging: 16-Passenger, first class catamaran Activities: Wildlife viewing, naturalist walks, snorkeling

The EcoGalaxy Catamaran is one of the most efficient first class boat out there! The EcoGalaxy is spacious and comfortable, offering high quality service, delicious food, knowledgeable and helpful guides and professional crew. Trip Lengths: 5, 6, 10, 11, or 15 Days Destination: Galapagos Islands Lodging: 16-Passenger, First Class yacht Activities: Wildlife viewing, naturalist walks, snorkeling, kayaking, stand up paddle boarding

The La Pinta is a spacious, mid-sized Galápagos luxury cruise. Offers all the amenities you'd expect from a deluxe cruise, including 24-hour on staff doctor and a exercise gym. Trip Length: 5 & 7 Days Destination: Galápagos Islands Lodging:  48 passenger luxury motor yacht Activities: Wildlife viewing, naturalist walks, snorkeling, & kayaking

Deluxe 40-passenger boat run by one of the most well-established operators in the Galapagos. Trip Length: 7 & 5 Days Destination: Galapagos Islands, Ecuador Lodging: 40 passenger luxury ship Activities: Wildlife viewing, snorkeling, naturalist walks, & sea kayaking

This elegant luxury yacht, once owned by Princess Grace of Monaco, offers excellent itineraries, amazing naturalist guides, and a classic cruise experience. Trip Length: 8 or 15 Days Destination: Galápagos Islands Lodging: Luxury-class motor yacht Activities: Wildlife viewing, naturalist walks

A true small sailboat experience in the Galapagos, but with added speed thanks to the motor-sail combination. Trip Length: 4, 5, or 8 days Destination: Galapagos Islands Lodging: 14 passenger tourist superior class sailing catamaran Activities: Wildlife viewing, snorkeling, walking

The Angelito I Galapagos Cruise is a perfect way to experience the best of the Galapagos Islands for travelers seeking a quality Galapagos naturalist cruise but who don't need luxury accommodations. It offers great guides, personal service and top-notch wildlife-rich itineraries. Trip Lengths: 4, 5, 8, 11, 12, or 15 Days Destination: Galapagos Islands Lodging: 16-Passenger, tourist superior class yacht Activities: Wildlife viewing, naturalist walks, snorkeling

The Seaman Journey is a luxurious first-class yacht offering superior comfort, size, style, and stability. Trip Length: 4, 5, 8, 11, or 15 days Destination: Galapagos Islands Lodging: 16-passenger, 1st-class motor catamaran Activities: Wildlife viewing, naturalist walks, snorkeling

The Cachalote Explorer is a top choice for those looking for a great Galapagos experience, with great itineraries, guides, and service, but who don't need, or want to pay for, luxurious cabins and shared spaces. Trip Lengths: 6, 8, or 15 Days Destination: Galapagos Islands Accommodations: 16 Passenger First Class Motor Yacht Activities: Wildlife viewing, naturalist walks, snorkeling, kayak

The Anahi has one of the best reputations among Galapagos catamarans for having a top-notch crew, a variety of itineraries, and comfortable accommodations. Consistently a great choice for families or couples who want a bit more room and a few more creature comforts but want to avoid the massive cruise ships. Trip Lengths: 4, 5, 8, 11, 12, or 15 days Destination: Galapagos Islands Boat Details: 16 Passenger, 1st-class motor catamaran Activities: Wildlife viewing, snorkeling, naturalist walks

The Angelito I Galapagos Cruise and Machu Picchu trip offers the best of each destination: great wildlife viewing in the Galapagos, and amazing culture and history in Peru. The Angelito I Galapagos Cruise is a perfect trip for travelers seeking a quality Galapagos cruise experience — good guides, service and wildlife-rich itineraries — without the high end prices for fancy accommodations. In Peru, you will see the most impressive Inca ruins, charming Andean villages, and stunning Peruvian countryside on a tour that captures all the area’s must-see sites. Trip Lengths: 11, 12, or 15 Days Destination: Galapagos Islands, Cusco, Sacred Valley, & Machu Picchu Lodging: Boutique Hotels & Tourist Superior Class Yacht Activities: Wildlife viewing, naturalist walks, snorkeling, Inca ruins, indigenous markets

Comfortable, mid-sized, and stable sister ships that travel together through the Galapagos Islands. Trip Length: 4, 5, 8, 11, 12, or 15 days Destination: Galapagos Islands Lodging: 32 passenger first-class motor yacht Activities: Wildlife viewing, snorkeling, walking, kayaking (optional), scuba diving (optional)

A small, comfortable yacht ideal for those on a budget who still want a quality guide and nice itinerary. Trip Length: 4, 5, 6, 8, 11, 12, 13, or 15 Days Destination: Galapagos Islands Lodging: 16-Passenger, tourist class motor yacht Activities: Wildlife viewing, naturalist walks, snorkeling

Explore the best of Peru and Ecuador: Machu Picchu, the Amazon basin, and the Galapagos Islands. Travel to the Amazon basin in southern Peru, home to incredible wildlife. Experience this amazing ecosystem from the comfort of the Tambopata Research Center, a remote rainforest lodges adjacent to one of the largest parrot and macaw clay licks in the world, making for incredible wildlife viewing. Hike to incredible Inca ruins in Cusco and the Sacred Valley before hiking the one day Royal Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, arriving on foot through the Sun Gate just like the Incas did. Complete your journey with a 5 or 7 day cruise through the Galapagos Islands, the "Enchanted Isles." Living on board the luxurious first class Treasure of the Galapagos Catamaran, you travel from island to island observing the wildlife up close by kayak, foot, and snorkeling. Trip Lengths: 15 or 17 Days Destinations: Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Amazon, Galapagos Islands Lodging: Boutique and charming 3-star plus hotels in Peru & Quito, a first class lodge in the Amazon, and a first class catamaran in the Galapagos Activities: Day hikes, Inca ruins, cultural experiences, wildlife viewing, naturalist walks, snorkeling, kayaking

Trek the classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, and then swim with the sea lions on a cruise through the enchanted Galapagos Islands. The trip begins with acclimatizing hikes to impressive ruins in Cusco and the Sacred Valley to help get you acclimatize, but also because these sites shouldn’t be missed! On this unique 5 day Inca Trail trek you begin hiking after the hordes have departed on the traditional trek, so you can hike and camp in relative solitude away from the masses of other trekkers. This schedule also gives you more time to explore ruins along the way and at Machu Picchu. In the Galapagos Islands, you board the Archipel I & II Catamarans for a cruise around the islands. You experience the unique ecosystems of each island and see tons of incredible wildlife by walking, kayaking, and snorkeling. Trip Length: 14 or 18 Days Destinations: Machu Picchu, Inca Trail, Sacred Valley, Cusco, Galapagos Islands Lodging: Comfortable camping, boutique 3-star plus hotels, and tourist superior cruise Activities: Trekking, Inca ruins, cultural experiences, naturalist walks, kayaking, snorkeling, wildlife viewing