Highlights
- Spot sea lions sharing the beach with marine iguanas, explore archaic volcanic tunnels, and, like Darwin before you, cross paths with giant tortoises.
- Sail aboard a 1st class 16 passenger yacht.
- Hike on uneven foot trails and paths designed to help you see the islands’ animals and landscape.
- Visit a turtle breeding farm.
- Explore both land and marine fauna in the Galapagos archipelago
- Galapagos Islands is an inimitable adventure.
We are offering trips on a new yacht that combines Luxury, privacy and comfort in the marvelous setting of the Galapagos Islands. The M/Y Grand Odyssey has a capacity for 16 passengers, features 8 spacious cabins – 7 suites (25m2 approximately) and 1 Grand Odyssey Suite (35m2 approximately). All are equipped with panoramic windows in order to take in the unique island landscapes and special night sky.
Ask about our reduced fare for December 20, 2015 holiday sailing.
Activities
On your vacation aboard the Galapagos Odyssey you will enjoy activities that will allow you to view the Galapagos Islands from different perspectives. You’ll participate in guided hikes, snorkeling, swimming, optional diving, wildlife observation, and bird watching. Each activity permits you to have the closest and most intimate encounters with the unique nature of these islands. On your vacation aboard the Galapagos Odyssey we want to offer you activities that will allow you to perceive Galapagos from different perspectives: guided hikes, snorkeling, swimming, optional diving, wildlife observation, and bird watching will give you the opportunity to experience the closest and most intimate encounters with this unique nature. Following a day of adventure, relax aboard the ship lounge.
Snorkeling: Experience the wonders of the Galapagos marine reserve like sea lions, sharks, turtles, penguins, and marine iguanas splashing around the water.
Hiking: Get close to nature through our guided hikes. Witness truly spectacular landscapes of different geological formations, wildlife observation and bird watching from an up front and personal view.
Encountering the unique and fearless animals from a very short distances is absolutely one of the most fascinating aspects of your visit to the Galapagos Archipelago. The Galapagos Islands are a bird watcher’s dream: 29 of the 58 resident bird species are endemic, such as the Darwin Finches, the Flightless Cormorant, and the Red footed Booby.
Wildlife Observation and Bird Watching
The encounter with the unique and fearless animals at very short distances is absolutely one of the most fascinating aspects of your visit to the Galapagos Archipelago. The Galapagos Islands are a real bird watcher’s dream: 29 of the 58 resident bird species are endemic, such as the Darwin Finches, the Flightless Cormorant, and the Red footed Booby, among others.
CRUISES FOR 5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS CRUISE FROM SUNDAY TO THURSDAY EVERY 15 DAYS
FULL YACHT CHARTERS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST FOR: 6 DAYS/ 5 NIGHTS , 11 DAYS/10 NIGHTS, or 15 DAYS/14 NIGHTS
ABOUT THE GALAPAGOS ODYSSEY
The Galapagos odyssey was built to fulfill the highest expectations of any traveler seeking to experience the wonders of the Galapagos Islands in the most exclusive way. This high-end yacht has been designed to reduce the impact on the fragile Galapagos Eco-system.
All cabins feature individually controlled air-conditioning, a small desk, sofa, mini-bar, and closet, as well as spacious bathrooms with shower cabins. All main deck and upper deck cabins average 20 square meters in size including the bathroom. These cabins have big windows, which can be individually opened. Our Twin Cabins are spacious and fully equipped. It provides passengers with the comfort of a hotel room, while enjoying the constantly changing view outside their windows. Our matrimonial cabins are perfect for that romantic getaway, so you can enjoy the luxurious comfort with that special someone.
The Odyssey offers elegant and inviting social areas that are used to hold trip meetings, discuss your day to day itinerary, and share your experiences with other passengers.
Relax and enjoy the warm sun and the incredible Galapagos view on our comfortable loungers or in our Jacuzzi while zipping on one of our delicious cocktails.
A Galapagos Island trip will take you on the journey of a lifetime. You’ll see marine life and land animals endemic to these islands only. You’ll learn more about our delicate Eco-system and how Darwin formed his theory of evolution. To learn more about the Galapagos animals click here.
Prices per person | Starting at $4,100 US* for 5 days/4 nights |
Charter available. Prices upon request.Charters can be organized for 6, 11, or 15 days. | Current available dates for full boat charter: December 1 – 20, 2015 | January 21 to February 4, 2016 | January 26 to February 9, 2016. |
*All prices in US dollars and subject to change. Prices are confirmed once a booking is made.
Itinerary for 5 days/ 4 nights
Sunday | PM: Dragon Hill (Santa Cruz) AM: Black Turtle Cove |
Monday | AM: Black Turtle Cove PM: Chinese Hat |
Tuesday | AM: Price Phillip’s Steps (Genovesa) PM: Darwin Bay (Genovesa) |
Wednesday | AM: Bartolome PM: Sullivan Bay (Santiago) |
Thursday | AM: Highlands (Santa Cruz) |
OTHER ITINERARIES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
INCLUDED: All meals aboard the luxury yacht, unlimited coffee, tea and water, all transfers in the Galapagos, accommodation with private facilities, all excursions as mentioned in the itinerary (itinerary subject to change) with English speaking naturalist class 3 guides , snorkeling equipment, kayak equipment.
We suggest combining this incredible journey with a customized visit to Quito, the Andes Mountains around Otavallo the Mindo Cloud Fores, or a rainforest lodge. Our travel team will handcraft a journey to fit your passions, style and tastes. We’ll take care of all the travel logistics and more.
NOT INCLUDED: Airfare, Galapagos National Park entrance fee (currently US $110 pp), Transit Control Card (currently US 20 pp); wet suit rental, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages, personal expenses, tips to guides.
Please note that children under the age of 6 are not permitted unless on a full charter. For full charters, itineraries will be adapted accordingly. Itinerary modifications are only possible on fully chartered boats.
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