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Your choice of cruise vessel is the most important decision you will make when planning your perfect Galapagos trip.
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Vessels vary in size from small (8 to 20 passengers), medium (40 to 50 passengers) and large (90 passengers and more), the advantages and disadvantages of each size being detailed below.
Of course, your decision may be regulated by your budget. As a general rule the medium sized boats are the most expensive, followed by the large vessels. The small boats are the most numerous and therefore vary widely in price.
The vessels featured here are only a selection, but they are our personal favourites based on our own inspections and they receive consistently glowing reports and endorsements from Audley clients.
We insist upon vessels with excellent naturalist guides, crew and food and all vessels featured have cabins with single, double or twin beds, windows and private facilities as well as air-conditioning.
All have the highest safety standards and snorkelling equipment is available for hire on all the vessels.
16 Passengers
The Athala II is a motor catamaran specifically designed and built to cruise the Galapagos Islands. The huge sundeck is great for whale and dolphin watching.
12 Passengers
Named after the famous HMS Beagle that Charles Darwin sailed on to the Galapagos, the atmosphere on the Beagle is one of casual comfort and relaxation.
The Beluga is a small motor vessel accommodating 16 passengers in six double or twin and two bunk cabins. It is fully air conditioned, has spacious social areas and a large open deck.
The Cachalote, a classic motor sailor, accommodates 16 passengers in her eight characterful bunk bed cabins. She is an excellent value option with a good reputation for her naturalist guides and their extensive knowledge of the Galapagos Islands.
The Cormorant is a luxury 33m long catamaran designed to carry 16 passengers in six comfortable Stateroom cabins and two Suites. All cabins offer double or twin beds, ensuite bathrooms,...
20 Passengers
Eric, Flamingo and Letty are three, near identical, 25 metre motor yachts with capacity for 20 passengers each. The guide to passenger ratio of one to ten is amongst the best in the Galapagos.
The M/Y Galapagos Odyssey is a brand new motor yacht which offers a high level of comfort and stability for a boat of its size.
The Grand Odyssey was launched in February 2011 and has capacity for 16 passengers. She features seven spacious suites and one larger Odyssey Suite all equipped with panoramic...
Journey I is an attractive catamaran capable of carrying 16 passengers. The large open sun deck and al fresco dining area with Jacuzzi creates a very sociable feel whilst sailing between islands.
26 Passengers
The Mary Anne is the largest of the sail boats that we work with. With almost 1,000 square metres of sail and a slim stern, she is an elegant sight in the water.
The M/V Galaven is an 88ft expedition vessel accommodating just 20 passengers in eight double cabins (approx 10m2), all with private bathrooms, air conditioning and ocean views.
The Sagitta is a a 120-foot steel-hulled graceful and spacious three-masted sailing yacht. Every cabin has its own en-suite bathroom with hot-water showers.
14 Passengers
The Samba is an immaculate 24-metre motor vessel. She is comfortable, impeccably clean, well laid-out with indoor and outdoor dining areas astern, and always receives glowing feedback from Audley clients.
Custom-designed in 2000, the M/Y Galapagos Sky is comprised of eight cabins, carrying just 16 people. Fully air-conditioned and with ample space on deck allocated for personal dive...
48 Passengers
The Eclipse is an exclusive 65-metre vessel accommodating 48 passengers in her 27 classically-finished cabins. Despite her size the crew and guides maintain a friendly, intimate atmosphere similar to that of a small boat, whilst having the stability and facilities expected of a larger vessel.
40 Passengers
The Isabela II is a spacious and elegant motor yacht with facilities that include three naturalist guides, a Jacuzzi, reading room and a glass-bottomed observation boat.
La Pinta is the newest of the medium-sized vessels in the Galapagos and has been extensively renovated with expedition cruises in mind. She offers the highest standards of service, guiding and food whilst maintaining a relaxed atmosphere.
100 Passengers
With a capacity of 100 passengers, Explorer II is one of the biggest vessels to operate in the Galapagos and is perfect for those seeking a more relaxed, conventional cruising style trip to the islands.
90 Passengers
Built exclusively for Galapagos cruising, the Santa Cruz is an excellent option for those looking for optimum service on board a larger vessel with additional stability.