Alya Yacht: A 16 passenger luxury catamaran
Days: 5 & 6 | From: $4,600/per person
The Alya Yacht is a recently renovated catamaran, also known as “The Jewel of Galapagos.” Experience the “Enchanted Islands” on board the best-priced luxury cruise in its class. Designed with comfort and relaxation in mind, the Alya offers 9 comfortable cabins, each thoughtfully appointed to give you a restful retreat after a full day of exploring. Large windows frame the ocean views, and the cabins are kept cool and quiet so you can recharge between excursions.
Beyond the cabins, the Alya features many social areas for gathering with fellow travelers. Spacious indoor and outdoor lounges invite you to swap stories over a drink, while the sun deck is the perfect place to watch the sunset, spot seabirds overhead, or simply enjoy the gentle sea breeze. The catamaran’s wide, stable design also means a smoother ride and more room to move about than on many comparable vessels, which is especially welcome for those who are prone to seasickness.
Dining is a highlight of the journey. The ship’s chef is an experienced professional who prepares exquisite traditional local and international dishes using fresh ingredients. Meals are served in a welcoming dining room, and the culinary team is happy to accommodate dietary needs and preferences when notified in advance, so every guest can enjoy their time at the table.
The itineraries combine hiking, snorkeling, beach time, and kayaking, giving you a well-rounded experience of the islands’ remarkable landscapes and wildlife. You may walk alongside sea lions and giant tortoises, snorkel beside sea turtles, penguins, and colorful tropical fish, and paddle along quiet shorelines where blue-footed boobies and marine iguanas make their home. Experienced, bilingual naturalist guides lead each excursion, sharing their knowledge of the archipelago’s unique ecology and ensuring that every outing is safe, informative, and fun. See the itineraries below.
The Alya offers regular 5- and 6-day departures throughout the year, so you can choose the dates and trip length that best suit your schedule.
The Alya Yacht is also available for private charter, making it an ideal choice for families, groups of friends, special celebrations, and corporate retreats seeking a personalized Galapagos experience.
SCOTT W. Google Review: ★★★★★ We had an amazing trip with our family of four. Maite and the team helped through the entire process and made the experience so much easier. Helping us find the perfect boat, Alya, getting our hotels, transfers and simply being so easy to work with. I will definitely recommend this to friends.
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Alya Information
Accommodations
The Alya Catamaran has 9 cabins, 8 of them have a private balcony. There are 5 in main deck and 4 cabins in the upper deck, all the beds can be either double or twin. Private facilities in each cabin include: private bathrooms, cold/hot water; air conditioning, hair dryer, telephone for internal communication on board and safe box. On-board amenities include: social areas such as the library, DVD service, dining room, bar with a variety of drinks and a sundeck with a panoramic Jacuzzi.
Yacht Specifications
Construction: 2017 & Recently Renovated
Type: Motor Catamaran
Length: 105 feet (32 meters)
Beam: 43 feet (13 meters)
Draft: 5.6 feet (1.70 meters)
Speed: 12 knots
Engine: 2 Cumming Motors 350 HP Crew: 8 crew members + 1 bilingual guide
Capacity: 16 guests Safety and Navigation: Life vests, GPS, Sonar, Naval radars, Fire detection and prevention systems.
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Itineraries
Alya - Itinerary A - North (5 days)
Thursday
Arrive to Baltra / Black Turtle Cove (Santa Cruz)Friday
Genovesa: Darwin Bay / El BarrancoSaturday
Sullivan Bay (Santiago) / Bartholomew IslandSunday
Chinese Hat / MosqueraMonday
Santa Cruz: Charles Darwin Research Station / Return to Mainland
Alya - Itinerary B - west (6 days)
Monday
Arrive to Baltra / Santa Cruz HighlandsTuesday
Isabela: Moreno Point / Elizabeth BayWednesday
Urbina Bay (Isabela) / Espinosa Point (Fernandina)Thursday
Isabela: Tagus Cove / Punta Vicente RocaFriday
Santiago: Espumilla Beach / Egas PortSaturday
Bachas Beach (Santa Cruz) / Return to Mainland
Alya - Itinerary C - South (6 days)
Saturday
Arrive to Baltra / North SeymourSunday
South Plaza / Santa FeMonday
San Cristobal: Interpretation Center / Lobos IslandTuesday
Española: Gardner Bay / Suarez PointWednesday
Floreana: Cormorant Point / Alieri HillThursday
Santa Cruz Highlands / Return to Mainland
Pricing
Pricing
Trip length: 6 & 5 day itineraries
Max number of passengers: 16, in 9 cabins
Prices 2026 & 2027:
Included: All meals, guides & activities, soft drinks, juice, coffee and tea, use of snorkeling equipment, wet suits, kayaks and paddle board.
Not included: Park fees (about $220 per person), Galapagos airfare (about $530 per person), gratuities, personal expenses.
Pricing listed is for Double Cabins.
2026:
5-day cruise: $4,600 per person
6-day cruise: $5,700 per person
2027:
5-day cruise: $5,200 per person
6-day cruise: $6,500 per person
Children 11 years and under receive a 10% discount (1 child per 2 adults). Single Supplement: 50%. Christmas & New Year Supplement: 50%
Rates per person and based on a double occupancy.
Charters 2026: from $73,600 (5 day), $91,200 (6 day)
Charters 2027: from $79,040 (5 day), $98,800 (6 day)
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Reviews from this Trip
A once in a lifetime trip! It have great respect and appreciation for the integrity that the guides and people of the Galapagos have in conserving the islands for future generations.
— Lauren K.
The food on the trip was excellent. I don’t think I had a bad meal at any point during the whole trip. I really enjoyed the itinerary. I liked the combination of the land and the water Galapagos experience.
— Jean C.
Touring Galapagos has a strong ethos as a company, with a commitment to sustainable tourism. This is one of the reasons we loved them. We love this destination for families, A lot of activities.
— Kayla P.