Elite: A sleek new 16 passenger luxury catamaran
Days: 8, 5 & 4 | From: $4,990/per person
This luxurious catamaran, one of the finest in the Galapagos, features 9 spacious cabins, each with large, beautifully appointed bathrooms stocked with premium L'Occitane amenities. Onboard, you’ll enjoy the personalized service of a dedicated concierge and cruise manager, ensuring your every need is taken care of. Daily excursions and gourmet meals are all included, and you’ll be provided with perfectly sized snorkeling gear and wetsuits for your adventures. Special meals and dietary requirements can also be accommodated upon request, ensuring an exceptional experience for every guest.
Your excursions will include a variety of activities such as hiking, snorkeling, and kayaking, all led by an expert bilingual naturalist guide. Each adventure is designed to immerse you in the beauty and wildlife of the Galapagos. For more details, please see the itineraries below.
The Elite offers Regular 4-, 5- & 8-Day departures throughout the year
The Elite is also available for private charter
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Elite Yacht Information
Accommodations
The Elite has 8 Golden Suites (4 on the Main Deck and 4 on the Upper Deck, 376 sq. ft. each). Additionally there is 1 standard single cabin on the Upper Deck (205 sq. ft.).
All cabins have private bathrooms, individual climate controls and ample storage space for clothing and luggage.
Yacht Specifications
Construction: completed in 2019
Type: Luxury Motor Catamaran
Length: 123 ft (37.5 m)
Beam: 44 ft (13.5 m)
Draft: 6.2 ft (1.9 m)
Speed: 12 knots
Engines: 2 x Marine Generator Drive Engines – 500 HP
Crew: 10 members + Cruise Service Officer + Guide
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Itineraries
Itinerary A (8 days)
Saturday
Arrive to San Cristobal / Junco Lagoon (San Cristobal)Sunday
North Seymour / Dragon Hill (Santa Cruz)Monday
Isabela: Tintoreras / Sierra Negra Volcano / Breeding Center / WetlandsTuesday
Isabela: Moreno Point / Urbina BayWednesday
Espinoza Point (Fernandina) / Punta Vicente Roca (Isabela)Thursday
Rabida / BartolomeFriday
San Cristobal: Kicker Rock & Witch Hill / Giant Tortoise ReserveSaturday
Interpretation Center (San Cristobal) / Return to Mainland
Itinerary B (8 days)
Saturday
Arrive to San Cristobal / Breeding Center (San Cristobal)Sunday
Española: Suarez Point / Gardner Bay, Gardner & Osborn IsletsMonday
Floreana: Cormorant Point / Post Office BayTuesday
Mosquera Islet / Bachas Beach (Santa Cruz)Wednesday
Genovesa: Prince Philips Steps / Darwin BayThursday
Santiago: Espumilla Beach / Egas PortFriday
Santa Cruz: Black Turtle Cove / HighlandsSaturday
San Cristobal: Lobos Island / Return to Mainland
Itinerary C (4 day)
Saturday
Arrive to San Cristobal / Breeding Center (San Cristobal)Sunday
Española: Suarez Point / Gardner BayMonday
Floreana: Cormorant Point / Post Office BayTuesday
Mosquera Islet / Return to Mainland
Itinerary D (5 day)
Tuesday
Arrive to Baltra / Bachas Beach (Santa Cruz)Wednesday
Genovesa: Prince Philips Steps / Darwin BayThursday
Santiago: Espumilla Beach / Egas PortFriday
Santa Cruz: Black Turtle Cove / HighlandsSaturday
Lobos Island / Return to Mainland
Pricing
Trip length: 8, 5, and 4 day itineraries
Max number of passengers: 16, in 8 cabins
Prices 2025:
Included: All meals, guides & activities, soft drinks, juice, coffee and tea, use of snorkeling equipment, kayaks, paddleboards & wet suits, cruise service officer, Captain’s welcome and farewell cocktail, Galapagos airport reception and assistance.
Not included: Park fees (about $220 per person), Galapagos airfare (about $530 per person), gratuities, alcoholic beverages, personal expenses, travel insurance.
Pricing listed is for Golden Suites.
2024:
4 day cruise: $4,990 per person
5 day cruise: $6,190 per person
8 day cruise: $9,990 per person
Children 11 years and under receive a 25% discount (1 child per 2 adults)
Single Supplement 50% (does not apply for Holiday departures)
Christmas & New Year Departures: 10% surcharge
Charters 2025: from $674,490 (4 day), $92,390 (5 day), $149,190 (8 day)
Questions?
Displayed itineraries are just summaries. Our travel specialists will help you select the best cruise based on your interests, timing and budget.
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.