Discover the Wild Galapagos: 5-Day Boutique Yacht Adventure | Galaxy Stella Yacht

Name: Discover the Wild Galapagos: 5-Day Boutique Yacht Adventure | Galapagos tour
Brand: Galaxy Stella
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Discover the Wild Galapagos: 5-Day Boutique Yacht Adventure

Experience five days and four nights of Galapagos exploration aboard Galaxy Stella, a first-class boutique yacht accommodating no more than 12 guests for an intimate journey through the archipelago. The voyage combines guided excursions across Santa Cruz, North Seymour, Santa Fe, South Plaza, Genovesa, and San Cristobal with opportunities to observe distinctive wildlife including blue-footed boobies, frigatebirds, red-footed boobies, land iguanas, endemic iguanas, sea lions, and other marine life. Between excursions, guests can retreat to sea-view cabins with private en-suite bathrooms, relax in the sun deck Jacuzzi, enjoy gourmet onboard dining and the outdoor BBQ area, or connect through high-speed Starlink Wi-Fi. Snorkeling, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding complement the land-based visits, while an expert bilingual Galapagos National Park Naturalist Guide leads the scheduled exploration.

Day by day

Day 1: Welcome to the Galapagos & North Seymour Wildlife

The journey aboard Galaxy Stella starts upon arrival at Baltra Airport on Santa Cruz Island. This is the gateway to the first day of the five-day Galapagos itinerary, with lunch and dinner included. In the afternoon, exploration begins at North Seymour Island. The island visit provides the opportunity to encounter two of the bird species highlighted for this destination: blue-footed boobies and frigatebirds, including their colonies. This wildlife-focused afternoon serves as the opening excursion of the cruise before guests settle into life aboard the intimate 12-passenger Galaxy Stella and prepare for the island visits and activities scheduled throughout the remainder of the itinerary.

Day 2: Santa Fe & the Landscapes of South Plaza

Day two divides the day's exploration between Santa Fe and South Plaza. The morning is devoted to Santa Fe Island, a destination associated in the source material with endemic iguanas and snorkeling, including snorkeling with sea lions. After the morning visit, the itinerary moves to South Plaza Island for the afternoon. Here, cactus forests and land iguanas are among the notable features identified for the destination. Together, these two stops provide contrasting settings for wildlife observation and Galapagos exploration before guests return to Galaxy Stella. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are provided during the day as part of the onboard meal program.

Day 3: A Full Day on Genovesa Island

Day 4: From the Santa Cruz Highlands to Bachas Beach

Day 5: Kicker Rock & Farewell at San Cristobal

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La Loberia | Sea lions | Galapagos Islands

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Cerro Frigatebird | Frigate bird | Galapagos Islands

Cruise Includes

Airport assistance on scheduled cruise departure days

Transportation services and fuel within the Galapagos Marine Reserve

Professional bilingual naturalist guide in English and Spanish

Attentive and personalized service from the onboard crew

Dedicated cruise director to coordinate operations and ensure a smooth guest experience

All meals throughout the cruise, beginning with lunch on the first day and ending with breakfast on the final day

Snacks served after each activity, except on the last day

Welcome cocktail upon arrival

Unlimited purified water, coffee, and tea

All scheduled visits, excursions, and activities included in the itinerary

Private transfers between the airport and the canal, in both directions

Access to VIP lounges at Baltra and San Cristóbal airports

Use of docks and ferry services

Snorkeling gear, including mask, snorkel, and fins

Kayaks and paddleboards available for use in authorized areas

Wetsuits

Sea-view cabin accommodation with a private en-suite bathroom.

Onboard breakfast, lunch, and dinner according to the itinerary, with local and international cuisine.

Services of an expert bilingual Galapagos National Park Naturalist Guide.

Land and water excursions specified in the itinerary.

Galapagos airport transfers on the scheduled cruise dates.

Complimentary snorkeling gear: mask, tube, fins, and wetsuits.

Kayaks and stand-up paddleboards (SUP) for guest use.

High-speed Starlink Wi-Fi.

Full meals on board (breakfast, lunch & dinner)

Cruise does not include

International airfare to and from Ecuador

Flights between mainland Ecuador (Quito or Guayaquil) and the Galapagos Islands

Galapagos National Park entrance fee of USD 200 per person

Transit Control Card fee of USD 20 per person

Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks

Gratuities for guides and crew

Personal expenses and purchases

Travel insurance, which is strongly recommended

Any additional services not specifically mentioned as included

Roundtrip airfare to and from the Galapagos Islands.

$200 USD Galapagos National Park Entrance Fee per adult, payable in cash.

$20 USD Transit Control Card (TCT) per person, payable in cash.

Alcoholic beverages and premium bottled drinks.

Tips for the naturalist guide and crew.

Personal expenses and travel insurance.

Highlights

Remarkable Genovesa Birdlife: Explore Genovesa Island and look for its rare red-footed boobies.

Boutique Yacht Experience: A limit of 12 guests provides a more private environment without large onboard crowds.

Distinctive Master Cabin: The yacht features a premium Main Deck suite originally created for its owner.

Comfort Between Excursions: Galaxy Stella offers a sun deck Jacuzzi, outdoor BBQ area, and high-speed Starlink connectivity.

Varied Wildlife Viewing: Look for blue-footed boobies, frigatebirds, red-footed boobies, land iguanas, endemic iguanas, sea lions, and marine wildlife during the voyage.

Multiple Ways to Explore the Water: Included equipment gives guests access to snorkeling, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding.