The Galapagos, Ecuador's archipelago
This archipelago of 22 islands and a hundred or so islets covers an area of 8010 km². A luxury Galapagos cruise takes you into a world apart, where lunar scenery and luxurious vegetation form an astounding scene. This unique environment is due to the various earthquakes and volcanic eruptions that the archipelago has undergone over the centuries. In fact, the Galapagos still boasts 6 active volcanoes. What impresses most about the Galapagos is the richness of its wildlife. Here, you'll be greeted by century-old turtles, giant iguanas and red-legged gannets. This natural wealth is jealously guarded within the Galápagos National Park, which has earned the Galápagos a place on UNESCO's World Heritage List. Located at the confluence of three currents, it is a veritable melting pot of marine species, making it one of the best diving spots in the Pacific.
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Itinerary : Baltra, Gardner Bay, Punta Suarez, Cormorant point, Floreana, Punta Moreno, Isabela, Punta Espinoza, Ponta Vicente Roca, South Plaza, Daphne Island, Dragon Hill, Puerto Ayora, Baltra
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Celebrity Flora
8 d
Suite
Baltra
8/23/2026
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US$ 8,451
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31 May 2026
14-28 Jun 2026
12-26 Jul 2026
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Itinerary : Baltra, Las Bachas, Buccaneer Cove, Puerto Egas, Rabida, Bartolomé Island, Prince Philip’s Steps, Darwin Bay, Itabaca Channel, Baltra
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MS Santa Cruz II
5 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Baltra
10/19/2026
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US$ 4,554
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15-29 Jun 2026
13-27 Jul 2026
10 Aug 2026
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Itinerary : Baltra, Dragon Hill, Ponta Vicente Roca, Fernandina, Puerto Ayora, Post Office Bay, Champion Islet, Post Office Bay, Champion Islet, Punta Cormorant, Baltra
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MS Santa Cruz II
5 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Baltra
10/15/2026
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US$ 4,554
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25 Jun 2026
09-23 Jul 2026
06 Aug 2026
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Itinerary : Baltra, islote mosquera, Puerto Baquerizo, Punta Pitt, Puerto Ayora, Santa Fé Island, South Plaza, Punta Suarez, Gardner Bay, Puerto Ayora, Eden Islet, North Seymour, Punta Suarez, Gardner Bay, Baltra, Eden Islet, North Seymour, Baltra
14 other departures
MS Santa Cruz II
7 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Baltra
6/5/2026
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US$ 5,489
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19 Jun 2026
03-17-31 Jul 2026
14-28 Aug 2026
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Itinerary : Baltra, Dragon Hill, Ponta Vicente Roca, Fernandina, Puerto Ayora, Post Office Bay, Champion Islet, Post Office Bay, Champion Islet, Punta Cormorant, Baltra, Las Bachas, Buccaneer Cove, Puerto Egas, Rabida, Bartolomé Island, Prince Philip’s Steps, Darwin Bay, Itabaca Channel, Baltra
13 other departures
MS Santa Cruz II
9 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Baltra
10/15/2026
from
US$ 7,718
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25 Jun 2026
09-23 Jul 2026
06-20 Aug 2026
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Luxury cruises to the Galapagos are punctuated by nature. Each port of call reveals a different aspect of the archipelago's natural wealth. During a stopover on Baltra Island, which was home to an American base during the Second World War, you can wander through the labyrinth of coves in the area. You'll see sea turtles, herons, egrets and brown pelicans. After Baltra, your luxury boat will sail to Seymour Island, an uninhabited island with a cactus forest and palo santos trees. If you're an avid birdwatcher, this stopover will satisfy all your expectations. Here you can see blue-footed boobies nesting, watch frigate birds on a 2 km-long runway or get up close and personal with colonies of swallow-tailed gulls, the world's only nocturnal gull. While the birds are fascinating, they are not the only sights of the Galapagos. Surrounded by a sparkling blue sea, the Sombrero Chino volcano seems unreal. Once ashore, you'll be fascinated by the intertwining craters and lava. As you stroll along, you'll come across sea lions and marine iguanas enjoying the cool spray. This surreal landscape, straight out of a Jules Vernes novel, is home to wild beaches and diving spots, perfect for snorkelling.
While most of the Galapagos islands are uninhabited, Santa Cruz is home to a few villages. Despite the human presence, nature remains well preserved and still reigns supreme throughout the island. Santa Cruz's main attraction is the Charles Darwin Scientific Station. This houses an information center, a library and a turtle breeding facility. Some endangered species of iguana and tortoise are housed here to breed before being reintroduced into their natural habitat. Santa Cruz also promises a gourmet getaway. Most Galapagos restaurants are located in Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz's main town. Isabela Island is home to the fishing village of Puerto Villamil, where flamingos and migratory birds have also made their home. If you spend enough time on land, you can climb the Alcedo volcano or enjoy the saltwater lagoons close to the fishing village.
Thanks to the confluence of numerous ocean currents, the Galapagos enjoy a unique microclimate, with a mix of dry and temperate climates. In winter, from the end of May to the end of December, the water temperature varies from 18 to 22°C, and the air is somewhat cooled by light rainfall. In the warmer seasons, the temperature rises, but the air remains cool due to high humidity. Water temperatures are also more pleasant, ranging from 24 to 30°C, depending on the island. This means that even the fussiest divers can enjoy diving, which remains one of the Galapagos' most popular activities. As you can see, temperatures are pleasant all year round, so you can enjoy a prestige Galapagos cruise in any season. However, if you want to see this destination at its best, the ideal time to plan your prestige cruise is between July and November. During this time of year, the sun is often out, nature is in full bloom and the birds and other animals that inhabit the Galápagos are easy to spot through the mangroves and volcanic landscapes.
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