Galapagos Islands cruises

Marooned from mainland Ecuador, the Galapagos Islands are a wildlife paradise that’s been allowed to blossom with minimal interference from mankind

Now home to throngs of spiky marine iguanas, giant turtles and blue-footed boobies, the islands are a haven for these creatures as well as visiting nature buffs. After all, where else can you laze beachside with a seal or kayak alongside inquisitive penguins? Our Galapagos Islands cruises mean you can see all this archipelago has to offer from the comfort of our well-appointed boats.

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Why choose us

Experienced crew

With years of experience cruising in the Galapagos, our knowledgeable guides and crew are best placed to show you this incredible region.

Best of land and sea

Our cruising vacations combine the perfect blend of sailing and land expeditions, so you can see wildlife on and off the boat.

Safety first

Safety is our number one priority, which is why all our boats are top-of-the-line and equipped with full safety features.

Full inclusions

We’ve taken care of the details so you can focus on spotting wildlife. All our cruises include all meals onboard, tea and coffee, water, beach towels and snorkeling equipment.

Local matters

Our staff live and work in the area, which means revenue from all our trips benefit the local economy.

Sustainable travel

We strive to use travel as a force for good. That’s why we choose to give back to the communities we visit, carbon offset all our trips and take our social and environmental responsibilities seriously. We’ve been officially certified as the world’s largest travel B Corp, which means when you choose Intrepid Travel, you can rest assured you’re travelling to improve the planet.

Our boats

Grand Queen Beatriz
Grand Queen Beatriz
BOAT TYPE: Yacht • PASSENGERS: 16
Experience the ‘Enchanted Islands’ in our new custom-built yacht, the Grand Queen Beatriz. Our new boutique expedition boat came into service on the 30th June 2018. With a stylish modern design, ensuite bathrooms, outward-facing windows in all cabins (and private balconies in some), and a jacuzzi on the sundeck, the 'Grand Queen Bea’ is one of the newest boats operating in the Galapagos. If you don't find the itinerary you're after, our beloved M/Y Grand Daphne offers a fantastic choice of itineraries including visits to Genovesa and Fernandina.
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Grand Daphne motor yacht off Las Bachas in the Galapagos
Grand Daphne
BOAT TYPE: Yacht • PASSENGERS: 16
With indoor and outdoor dining areas and bars, plus a sundeck with lounges, there are plenty of places to relax and enjoy time with your fellow travellers. All meals are included on the Grand Daphne. The lower deck cabins have portholes, while the main deck and upper deck cabins have large windows.
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Reviews

4.9 out of 5 based on 251 reviews submitted.
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Ultimate Galapagos: Central Islands (Grand Daphne)

David · Traveled September 2024
An incredible wildlife experience
Review submitted 19 Sep 2024

Galapagos Explorer: Central Islands (Grand Queen Beatriz)

Danny · Traveled September 2024
Our Interpid Galapagos trip was everything we had hoped for and more. Our guide, Roberto, was extremely knowledgeable and made us feel at ease throughout. The crew were very accommodating and we could tell everyone enjoyed their work. Would not hesitate to book again!
Review submitted 09 Sep 2024

Classic Galapagos: Central Southern Islands (Grand Queen Beatriz)

Jena · Traveled September 2024
This trip gave us everything we wanted in the Galapagos - so many excursions to see wildlife, funny and knowledgeable guide in Roberto, and the ship/food was incredible. Snorkeling and island walks were loaded with animal sightings. All the islands were unique; especially loved Sombrero Chino and Isla Floreana. 10 days (plus a few extra in Quito) felt like the perfect amount of time to see many places, but still left us wanting to go back to see the rest of the islands.
Review submitted 12 Sep 2024

Classic Galapagos: Central Eastern Islands (Grand Queen Beatriz)

Beverly Jane · Traveled August 2024
We highly recommend touring the Galapagos with Intrepid. The excellent staff and organization made for a worry and stress free vacation. We can't remember having such a relaxing trip but with just the right amount of activities to keep things interesting. The Grand Queen Beatriz provided a comfortable home base for the numerous and varied shore trips. And if you're lucky enough to get Roberto Quintana as your tour guide you're guaranteed an informative and humerous trip.
Review submitted 15 Sep 2024

Galapagos Encounter: Central Islands (Grand Queen Beatriz)

Gilli · Traveled August 2024
Absolutely brilliant trip- well planned; great interesting places and sites; wonderful interesting guide. The cruise itself was fabulous- great board; great crew. The staff and hotel before the cruise were brilliant. I cant think of an improvement.
Review submitted 26 Sep 2024

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