Galápagos Expedition Vessels
28 to choose from
Travelling by ship lets you explore the most remote parts of the Galápgos Islands. Each ship type and vessel is unique, and with so many to choose from, it can be bewildering.
Our specialists have first-hand knowledge and can help you find the perfect vessel for your adventure. A good place to start is thinking about the size of the ship.
Expedition vessels - 20 passengers or less
We've selected a range of smaller expedition vessels: 13 Catamarans & 12 Yachts
Cruise ships - 20 to 100 passengers
We work with the top cruise ships in the archipelago.
Ideal for those seeking more facilities, and a smoother ride - especially families or travelers concerned about motion sickness.
What matters to you?
Intimacy
We’ve handpicked 21 of the best small vessels in the Galápagos. If you're looking for an authentic experience on a yacht with no more than 16 guests, this is the perfect place to start.
Ocean Spray
The Ocean Spray Catamaran, a luxury vessel designed for up to 16 guests, offering attentive service with a nearly one-to-one crew-to-passenger ratio. Guests enjoy airy staterooms with private balconies, sky deck with a whirlpool, and expert care from the highly skilled crew, making a seamless and relaxing experience.
Integrity
The Integrity Yacht, a luxury vessel designed for small-group expeditions, offering comfortable staterooms, panoramic ocean views, great entertainment and fine dining.
Alya
The Luxury Alya Catamaran, brings a friendly, relaxing environment with stunning panoramic views and a luxurious dinning room and sun deck.
Stability
If you are looking for an authentic, smaller vessel, or perhaps someone in your group is nervous about seasickness? Here are some ships we recommend for their stability.
Elite Catamaran
A luxury twin-hull catamaran offering a smooth, stable ride. Ideal for small groups, with spacious suites, panoramic views, and gourmet dining.This ultra-luxury mega catamaran ensures exceptional stability and exclusivity, with just 20 guests and nearly one-to-one service.
Coral I
Embark on the Coral I for an exceptional Galápagos adventure. With diverse entertainment, an understated design and days packed with immersive activities, the Coral I offers an intimate experience.
La Pinta
A larger vessel with excellent stabilisers, offering a smooth cruise, upscale amenities, and space for 48 guests.
Luxury
Would you like to sail around the Galápagos Islands on a vessel that feels like one of the world’s finest hotels? We recommend these vessels; newly built or recently refurbished, featuring spacious suites, private balconies, gourmet dining and almost a 1:1 guest to staff ratio.
Endemic Catamaran
The Endemic Catamaran, a luxury vessel designed for small-group expeditions, offering private balconies, panoramic island views, flexible bed options, social areas, and a private restroom with amenities.
Hermes Mega Catamaran
Hermes Mega Catamaran is the first Ultra-Luxury Cruise to sail in the Galápagos Islands. With a guest capacity capped at 20 guests, Hermes provides an unrivalled experience through exclusivity, high-end amenities and a crew to guest ratio of almost one-to-one.
Silver Origin
Travel aboard the ultra luxurious Silver Origin, a unique all-incluse vessel ideal for those looking for 5 star service, excellent itineraries, and spacious cabins, living and social areas.
Itineraries on Luxury vessels
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Day 1 | Transfer in Quito
Day 2 | Quito Bites & Delights
Day 3 | Otavalo & Community Cooking Class
Day 4 | Avenue of the Volcanoes
Day 5 | Indigenous Markets and Quilotoa Lake
Day 6 | Devil's Nose and Ingapirca Ruins
Day 7 | Cuenca City Walking Tour
Day 8 | El Cajas National Park
Day 9 | Baltra & Santa Cruz Islands
Day 10 | Black Turtle Cove and Chinese Hat
Day 11 | Genovesa Island
Day 12 | Bartolomé & Santiago Islands
Day 13 | Highlands Tortoise Reserve
12 Nights
Complete Ecuador Highlights
Embark on a complete 13-day tour of Ecuador's highlights, from culinary experiences to volcanic exploration. -
Day 1 | Transfer in Quito
Day 2 | Quito Hands on Experience
Day 3 | Napo Wildlife Center
Day 4 | Parrots' Lick
Day 5 | Canopy Observation Tower
Day 6 | Napo Wildlife Center to Quito
Day 7 | Quito to Galápagos Islands
Day 8 | Yacht Exploration
Day 9 | Land Exploration
Day 10 | Land Exploration
Day 11 | Baltra to Quito
Day 12 | Condor Project & Cheese Factory
Day 13 | Otavalo to Quito
12 Nights
Galápagos Land Family Program
Experience Ecuador's diverse nature and culture with a complete 13-day tour around the exotic archipelago, the charming capital and the indigenous Napo River -
Day 1 | Transfer in Quito
Day 2 | Anakonda Amazon Cruises
Day 3 | Amazon
Day 4 | Amazon
Day 5 | Amazon to Quito
Day 6 | Quito Colonial Tour
Day 7 | Baltra & Santa Cruz Islands
Day 8 | Genovesa Island
Day 9 | Plaza & Santa Fe Islands
Day 10 | San Cristóbal & Lobos Islands
Day 11 | San Cristóbal Island
10 Nights
Wildlife Galápagos Cruise Program
Witness Ecuador's unique wildlife on an 11-day immersive journey from the exotic Amazon to the spectacular Galápagos.
Ready to explore further?
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Greg and ShellyThe reality though is that every single expectation was met or exceeded by Bluefoot. Transfers were always on time and overseen by Bluefoot representatives on the ground.
We normally travel in a more self directed manner, however for this trip we felt that local travel expertise would be helpful. We made a great choice with Bluefootz, and we happily would recommend them to anyone traveling to the archipelago from overseas.
Kudos to the entire Bluefoot team.
