— Vessel —
Luxury Yacht Built for Island Exploration
— The Ship —
Think of Elite as your private, floating pied-à-terre in the Galapagos, sleek, light-filled, and purpose-built for close wildlife time. With just 16 guests and a calm twin-hull ride, days feel unrushed: quick Zodiac access, tiny groups on shore, and balcony-morning coffees with lava vistas right outside your suite. Inside, the look is modern-nautical—panoramic windows, airy lounges, and a sky deck made for golden-hour watching. Add chef-driven Ecuadorian coastal cuisine, thoughtful crew touches, and you have got a small-ship Galapagos luxury cruise that is intimate, design-forward, and delightfully easy.
— Suites & Layout —
Designed around light, space, and effortless movement, Elite’s suites feel more like coastal lofts than cabins. Floor-to-ceiling views keep the islands in sight even when you are off the water.
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— Itineraries & Dates —
Wake to balcony coffee and warm trade winds on a 16-guest Galapagos luxury catamaran with twin-hull stability. Join naturalist-guided Zodiac landings timed for soft morning light, then slip into calm bays for effortless snorkeling with sea lions (or a relaxed kayak in quiet coves).
Back on Elite, expect chilled towels, a quick camera rinse, and light Ecuadorian coastal bites before a sun-deck siesta. Evenings bring golden-hour views, a friendly recap, and an unhurried dinner, then stargazing under the equatorial sky.
All months — departures available
— Services & Experiences —
Two Galapagos National Park–licensed naturalists
Wide, stable platforms make Zodiac boarding simple. Expect mixed-level guided hikes, relaxed coastal rides for photographers, and easy-entry snorkeling.
Bright, view-first cabins keep the islands front-and-center—wake to lava silhouettes, nap to the hush of the equator, and end the day with balcony star-watching.
A generous sky/sun deck for golden-hour wildlife watching; breezy lounge nooks for reading, conversation, and low-key evening briefings.
Refill stations, eco-amenities, and responsible sourcing align with Galapagos National Park guidelines.
— Fare Inclusions —
— Good to Know —
Tiny Group, Big Access
With just 12 guests and two National Park–licensed naturalist guides, this small-ship luxury yacht keeps groups intimate, ideal for close, unhurried encounters with blue-footed boobies, marine iguanas, and sea turtles.
Pace Options Daily
Most days offer easy / moderate / active choices—short coastal walks, Zodiac coastline tours for photographers, or effortless snorkeling with sea lions. You can dial the adventure up or down without missing the highlights.
Seasons & Sea Conditions (Year-Round Destination)
Dec–May: warmer water, calmer seas, prime for snorkeling and lush landscapes.
Jun–Nov: cooler water, nutrient-rich currents peak marine life action (penguins, cormorants).
Connectivity & Digital Detox
Wi-Fi can be limited/intermittent at sea. Download playlists, books, and camera backups before you sail, and enjoy Milky Way skies from the sun deck of your Galapagos yacht.
Families & Private Charters
— FAQ —
Elite is a purpose-built Galapagos luxury catamaran with an airy sky deck, panoramic-window suites, and a layout tuned for quick Zodiac access, so you spend more time with wildlife and less time waiting in lines.
Yes. With just 16 guests, guides can often split into easy / moderate options when permitted, for example, a short lava-field walk for photographers while others continue to a viewpoint, so everyone enjoys the small-ship Galapagos day at their own pace.
A travel designer will respond within twenty-four hours with curated suite options, departure dates, and pre / post-cruise extensions.
