Golden Galapagos Elite
The visitor sites of the Galápagos Islands are far apart and can almost only be reached from the water. As a motor catamaran with two hulls, the Elite sits more calmly on the water than the older monohull yachts that have traveled the archipelago for decades. At 37.5 meters in length, it accommodates 16 guests, served by a crew of ten including a naturalist on board. The design allows for spacious living areas, including a lounge with a 180-degree panoramic view. On the half-covered Sky Deck, there is a lounge and a bar, in front of which the deck opens to the open sky. The expeditions last from three to fourteen nights and cover different regions of the archipelago depending on the length.
Details
Country
Ecuador
Location
Galapagos Islands
Price
from €1,250 per night/person
Best travel time
year-round
Rooms
The accommodations are named Golden Suites and measure 35 to 37 square meters, with the single cabin at about 19 square meters. On the main deck, there are four suites, two of which are connected. The upper deck features four more suites, one of which can be connected to the single cabin located there. Each suite overlooks the sea and has its own balcony, accessible through a wall of tempered glass that replaces the round portholes of older yachts. The beds can be arranged as kingsize or as two single beds, with a private bathroom included in each unit.
Culinary
The culinary concept on board is called Epicure Cuisine and combines local ingredients with a menu that changes during the trip. Meals are prepared three times a day, with breakfast and usually lunch served as a buffet. In the evening, there is a set menu in the outdoor dining area on the upper deck. The products arrive fresh on board and are sourced as much as possible from farms on the islands. Special dietary requests can be arranged in advance, and there are special dishes for children.
Activities
The routes take you on hikes over the lava fields of Fernandina and to the nesting sites of the albatrosses on Española. At Devil's Crown, you can snorkel with sea lions, while on Genovesa the island's birdlife is the focus. Along the way, you will encounter giant tortoises and marine iguanas, and frigatebirds circle the cliffs. Back on board, the whirlpool on the Sky Deck and the open sun terrace at the bow remain for the quieter hours.
Location
The area of travel is the Galápagos Archipelago off the coast of Ecuador, with the routes extending from the west to the east and including the central islands. The visitor sites included in the program depend on the chosen length of the expedition. The longer trips reach up to the volcanic islands Isabela and Fernandina, while the shorter ones remain around Santa Cruz and Española. The starting point is Baltra, from where the courses take different parts of the national park.
Contact person
Senior Travel Designer
