M/Y Galaven (Mid-range)

Perfect for adventurers with a mid-range budget, the Galaven offers a relaxed and awe-inspiring experience of the Galapagos Islands.

This 88-foot motorized, 20-passenger yacht has high-polished wood trim and floors, a library with TV and DVD player, and sun deck with chaise lounges. The spacious dining area allows you to comfortably eat while marveling at the stunning views of the Galapagos archipelago. The eleven double cabins spread over the ship’s three decks have air conditioning and private bathrooms with hot water.

The Galaven has two different eight-day itineraries, as well as four- and five-day excursions. Two bilingual national park naturalist guides will show you the wonders of the Galapagos. Also accompanying you on the cruise are the captain and eight crew members.

FEATURES

Built in 2000, the Galaven is a mid-range expedition vessel that is 88 feet (27 meters) long with a 22 foot (7 meter) beam, 6 foot (2 meter) draft, and gross tonnage of 171 tons.

She can accommodate 20 passengers and 11 crew members. Her lower deck has four 78ft² (7m²) double cabins (twin beds) and three 7m² (75ft²) double cabins (1 double + 1 bunk beds). Her main deck has two 100ft² (9m²) matrimonial cabins (double bed). Her upper deck has two 74 ft² (7m²) double cabins (twin beds). All cabins have their own private bathrooms, hot water and air-conditioning. The crew consists of two bilingual naturalist Galapagos National Park guides and nine crew members.

The Galaven’s safety and navigation equipment meets / exceeds international safety standards, complete with life vests, GPS, sonar, naval radars, fire detection system, and prevention systems.

ITINERARIES

8-Day Itinerary A

• Start / End: Baltra / San Cristobal
• Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
• Day 1 (Tues) – Baltra (start) / Black Turtle Cove (Santa Cruz)
• Day 2 (Wed) – Prince Phillip Steps (Genovesa) / Darwin Bay (Genovesa)
• Day 3 (Thurs) – Sullivan Bay (Santiago) / Rabida
• Day 4 (Fri) – Charles Darwin Station (Santa Cruz) / Highlands
• Day 5 (Sat) – Dragon Hill (Santa Cruz) / Las Bachas (Santa Cruz)
• Day 6 (Sun) – Post Office Bay / Cormorant Point or Devil’s Crown
• Day 7 (Mon) – Suarez Point / Gardner Bay
• Day 8 (Tues) – Interpretation Centre (San Cristobal) / San Cristobal (end)

*Itineraries and activities are subject to change without prior notice depending on weather conditions, water currents, and sea conditions. Please remember to respect your distance between any and all wildlife. Please stay on marked trails and heed the directions of your Naturalist Guide.

8-Day Itinerary B

• Start / End: San Cristobal / Baltra
• Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
• Day 1 (Tues) – San Cristobal (start) / Interpretation Center (Giant Tortoise Breeding Center)
• Day 2 (Wed) – Santa Fe Island / Plazas
• Day 3 (Thurs) – Fausto Llerena Breeding Center & Charles Darwin Station (Santa Cruz) / Twin Craters
• Day 4 (Fri) – Sierra Negra Volcano / Wall of Tears & Wetlands
• Day 5 (Sat) – Moreno Point (Isabela Island) / Tagus Cove
• Day 6 (Sun) – Punta Espinoza (Fernandina Island) / Vicente Roca Point
• Day 7 (Mon) – Espumilla Beach, Bucaneer Cove (Santiago) / Bartolome
• Day 8 (Tues) –  North Seymour Island / Baltra (end)

*Itineraries and activities are subject to change without prior notice depending on weather conditions, water currents, and sea conditions. Please remember to respect your distance between any and all wildlife. Please stay on marked trails and heed the directions of your Naturalist Guide.

5-Day Itinerary

• Start / End: Baltra / San Cristobal
• Duration: 5 days / 4 nights
• Day 1 (Fri) – Baltra (start) / Highlands
• Day 2 (Sat) – Dragon Hill (Santa Cruz) / Las Bachas (Santa Cruz)
• Day 3 (Sun) – Post Office Bay / Cormorant Point or Devil’s Crown
• Day 4 (Mon) – Suarez Point / Gardner Bay
• Day 5 (Tues) – Interpretation Center (San Cristobal) / San Cristobal (end)

*Itineraries and activities are subject to change without prior notice depending on weather conditions, water currents, and sea conditions. Please remember to respect your distance between any and all wildlife. Please stay on marked trails and heed the directions of your Naturalist Guide.

4-Day Itinerary

• Start / End: Baltra
• Duration: 4 days / 3 nights
• Day 1 (Fri) – Baltra (start) / Black Turtle Cove (Santa Cruz)
• Day 2 (Sat) – Prince Phillip Steps (Genovesa) / Darwin Bay (Genovesa)
• Day 3 (Sun) – Sullivan Bay (Santiago) / Rabida
• Day 4 (Mon) – Charles Darwin Station (Santa Cruz) / Baltra (end)

*Itineraries and activities are subject to change without prior notice depending on weather conditions, water currents, and sea conditions. Please remember to respect your distance between any and all wildlife. Please stay on marked trails and heed the directions of your Naturalist Guide.

• Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
• Start / End: Baltra / San Cristobal
• Season: All year
• Included: all meals throughout cruise, transfers in the islands; all excursions, bilingual National Park Guide, use of snorkeling equipment, use of underwater camera, free airport assistance*, free transfers* *applies when purchasing airfare from Royal Galapagos (does not apply on 2X1 promotions)
• Not Included: Ecuador-Galapagos-Ecuador airfare, alcoholic drinks, US$100 Galapagos National Park fee (subject to change), US$20 Transit Control Card, use of wetsuit, travel / medical insurance, tips
• Prices: Please contact us for pricing.