Fragata Yacht Galapagos Cruise Experience
Explore the extraordinary beauty of the Galapagos Islands aboard the Fragata Yacht, a classic expedition vessel designed for travelers seeking a comfortable and authentic way to discover this unique archipelago.
With capacity for up to 16 passengers, the yacht offers an intimate cruise experience that allows guests to explore the Galapagos in small groups while enjoying personalized service and guided excursions.
Built specifically for stable navigation across the islands, the Fragata combines simplicity, comfort, and adventure — offering the perfect balance for travelers who want to focus on nature, wildlife, and exploration.
A Comfortable Journey Through the Galapagos
The Fragata Yacht offers eight comfortable double cabins, including matrimonial, twin, and bunk-bed options. Each cabin features a private bathroom with hot water and air conditioning, ensuring a pleasant stay during the cruise.
Inside the yacht, guests will find a fully air-conditioned interior with a cozy lounge area, large panoramic windows, a small library, entertainment system, and a bar-salon.
Discover the Wildlife of the Galapagos
Every day of the expedition reveals new islands, landscapes, and wildlife encounters.
Accompanied by an experienced bilingual naturalist guide, guests explore volcanic islands, pristine beaches, and marine ecosystems that are home to some of the most unique species on the planet.
During excursions, visitors may encounter giant tortoises in the highlands, marine iguanas resting on lava rocks, sea lions playing along the shoreline, blue-footed boobies nesting on cliffs, and tropical fish swimming through crystal-clear waters.
Because animals in the Galapagos evolved without natural predators, wildlife can often be observed from incredibly close distances.
Location
Galapagos
Islands
trip type
Swimming
Relaxing
Duration
4, 5 or 8 days
Starting at
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A motored cruise that can accommodate up to 16 passengers in relaxingly decorated, comfortable double cabins. We invite you to discover everything the Galapagos Islands can offer, its uniquely populated habitat and exuberating flora and fauna. Built in 1994, this motor yacht was exclusively made for stable cruises in the Galapagos. Accommodates 16 passengers in 8 double cabins (matrimonial, twin and bunk beds), private bathroom with hote water, air conditionig. The interior is fully air-conditioned and carpeted, and features a comfortable lounge with large panoramic windows, a small library, stereo and TV/VCR, a bar/saloon, and an elegant dining hall where wonderful blends of international and Ecuadorian cuisine are served. Outside, the Fragata has sun and shade decks for your enjoyment as well as a diving platform.
We want to bring you closer to the typical indigenous constructions of the area and at the same time provide you with the necessary comfort to make your stay an unforgettable experience. No luxuries, just pure fun.
Itinerary for 4 days – A
TUE Baltra: Transfer from the airport, Santa Cruz: Highlands
WED Isabela: Tintoreras, Tortoise Breeding Center, Wetlands, wall of tears
THU Red Beach – Rabida, Santa Cruz: Dragon Hill
FRI: Santa Cruz: Black Turtle Cove, Baltra: Transfer to the airport
5 DAYS – B
FRI
Baltra: Transfer from the airport, Mosquera Islet
SAT
Isabela: Vicente Roca Point, Fernandina: Espinoza Point
SUN
Isabela: Urbina Bay, Tagus Cove
MON
Santiago: Egas Port, Chinese Hat
TUE
Santa Cruz: Charles Darwin Station, Baltra: Transfer to the airport
5 DAYS – H
MON
Baltra: Transfer from the airport, Santa Cruz: Tortuga Bay
TUE
Santa Cruz: Charles Darwin Station, Highlands
WED
Isabela: Tintoreras, Tortoise Breeding Center, Wetlands, wall of tears
THU
Red Beach – Rabida, Santa Cruz: Dragon Hill
FRI
Santa Cruz: Black Turtle Cove, Baltra: Transfer to the airport
8 DAYS – C
FRI
Baltra: Transfer from the airport, Santa Cruz: Bachas Beach
SAT
Genovesa: Prince Phillip Steps, Darwin Bay
SUN
Bartholomew Island, Santiago: Sullivan Bay
MON
South Plaza, Santa Fe Island
TUE
San Cristobal: Kicker Rock, Witch Hill, Lobos Island
WED
Española: Suarez Point, Gardner Bay, Gardner Islet, Osborn Islet
THU
Floreana: Cormorant Point, Devil’s Crown, Santa Cruz: Charles Darwin Station
FRI
North Seymour Island, Baltra: Transfer to the airport
8 DAYS-D
FRI
Baltra: Transfer from the airport, Mosquera Islet
SAT
Isabela: Vicente Roca Point, Espinoza Point
SUN
Isabela: Urbina Bay, Tagus Cove
MON
Santiago: Egas Port, Chinese Hat
TUE
Santa Cruz: Charles Darwin Station, Highlands
WED
Isabela: Tintoreras, Tortoise Breeding Center, Wetlands, wall of tears
THU
Red Beach – Rabida, Santa Cruz: Dragon Hill
FRI
Santa Cruz: Black Turtle Cove, Baltra: Transfer from the airport
All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner).
Snacks after visits
Naturalist bilingual guide (English-Spanish).
Fresh water to drink, tea, coffee.
Accommodation on board and/or hotel of Puerto Ayora.
Flight Ticket
Tips and Gratuities
Personal expenses.
Extra drinks.
$100 (Subject to change) Galapagos National Park entrance fee
Galapagos Transit Control Card ($20)
Wet Suits, for renting 5 days: USD 25 8 days: USD 35
Snorkeling gear, for renting 5 days: USD 25, 8 days: USD 35
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Frequently Asked Questions About the Fragata Yacht Galapagos Cruise
The Fragata Yacht is designed for small expedition groups and accommodates up to 16 passengers in 8 double cabins, creating a more personal and relaxed Galapagos cruise experience.
The cruise includes accommodation on board, daily meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), snacks after excursions, guided visits with a certified bilingual naturalist guide, and drinks such as water, tea, and coffee.
Guests participate in guided island hikes, wildlife observation, snorkeling, and nature exploration across different Galapagos islands. Each day includes visits to new locations and ecosystems throughout the archipelago.
No. Travelers must pay the Galapagos National Park entrance fee ($100) and the Galapagos Transit Control Card ($20) separately, as these are not included in the cruise package.
Yes. Flights from Quito or Guayaquil to the Galapagos Islands are not included in the cruise price and must be arranged separately before boarding the yacht.
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