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Galaxy Orion


Galapagos Islands Cruise
Yacht Expedition


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In Harmony with Nature

Our M/Y Galaxy Orion is a renovated expedition yacht, created for an exclusive group of guests, standing out for its high level of comfort and excellent value for money. On board, you can explore the hidden wonders of the Galapagos among giant tortoises, blue-footed boobies, and crystal-clear waters.

Enjoy cozy environments and discover the history of the islands alongside expert naturalist guides; after each adventure, our yacht will be waiting to sail toward your next destination. Living this experience is the perfect opportunity to reconnect with nature.

Onboard Features

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Guests
14
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Cabins
8
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Crew
8
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WiFi
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Bilingual Guide

Spaces designed to connect with the senses

On board, tailor-made cabins and cozy social areas await you, ideal for families seeking privacy and a break from the routine. The dining room offers a gastronomic experience based on local ingredients, while on the outdoor decks you can relax in the open air with spectacular landscapes.

Activities during the Expedition

  • Snorkeling
  • Kayak
  • Panga Trips
  • Hiking
  • Wildlife

Choose the Perfect Route for Your Adventure

This vessel offers four different itineraries to discover the Galapagos Islands. You can select one or combine several to your liking for a complete experience without missing any of the archipelago’s top highlights.

Itinerary A
Itinerary B
Itinerary C
Itinerary C+A

Route

Galapagos map
Featured Species
Sea lions, blue-footed boobies, frigatebirds, marine iguanas, and giant tortoises.
Galapagos map
Featured Species
Giant tortoises, penguins, flamingos, hawks, blue-footed boobies, and red-footed boobies.
Galapagos map
Featured Species
Sea lions, land iguanas, blue-footed, red-footed and Nazca boobies, green sea turtles, and penguins.
Galapagos map
Featured Species
Galapagos albatrosses, magnificent frigatebirds, marine iguanas, land iguanas, sea lions, and giant tortoises.
WEDNESDAY AM: San Cristobal Island: San Cristobal- Airport (arrival)
PM: San Cristobal Island: Lobos Island
THURSDAY AM: Española Island: Suarez Point
PM: Española Island: Gardner Bay
FRIDAY AM: Floreana Island: Post Office Bay
PM: Floreana Island: Cormorant Point
SATURDAY AM: Santa Cruz Island: Charles Darwin Station
PM: Santa Cruz Island: Baltra - airport (return)
DOWNLOAD ITINERARY A
SATURDAY AM: Santa Cruz Island: Baltra - airport (arrival)
PM: Santa Cruz Island: Highlands
SUNDAY AM: Isabela Island: Tintoreras
PM: Isabela Island: Wetlands and Arnaldo Tupiza Breeding Center
MONDAY AM: Isabela Island: Moreno Point
PM: Isabela Island: Elizabeth Bay
TUESDAY AM: Fernandina Island: Mangle Point
PM: Isabela Island: Urbina Bay
WEDNESDAY AM: Isabela Island: Tagus Cove
PM: Fernandina Island: Espinoza Point
THURSDAY AM: Santiago Island: Egas Port
PM: Santiago Island: Espumilla Beach / Buccaneer Cove
FRIDAY AM: Genovesa Island: Barranco
PM: Genovesa Island: Darwin Bay
SATURDAY AM: Seymour Island: North Seymour
PM: Santa Cruz Island: Baltra - airport (return)
DOWNLOAD ITINERARY B
SATURDAY AM: Santa Cruz Island: Baltra - airport (arrival)
PM: Santa Cruz Island: Bachas Beach
SUNDAY AM: Bartolome Island: Bartolome
PM: Santiago Island: Sullivan Bay
MONDAY AM: South Plazas Island: South Plaza
PM: Santa Fe Island: Santa Fe
TUESDAY AM: San Cristobal Island: Witch Hill
PM: San Cristobal Island: Pitt Point
WEDNESDAY AM: San Cristobal Island: Highlands
PM: San Cristobal Island: San Cristobal - airport (return)
DOWNLOAD ITINERARY C
SATURDAY AM: Santa Cruz Island: Baltra - airport (arrival)
PM: Santa Cruz Island: Bachas Beach
SUNDAY AM: Bartolome Island: Bartolome
PM: Santiago Island: Sullivan Bay
MONDAY AM: South Plazas Island: South Plaza
PM: Santa Fe Island: Santa Fe
TUESDAY AM: San Cristobal Island: Witch Hill
PM: San Cristobal Island: Pitt Point
WEDNESDAY AM: San Cristobal Island: Highlands
PM: San Cristobal Island: Lobos Island
THURSDAY AM: Española Island: Suarez Point
PM: Española Island: Gardner Bay
FRIDAY AM: Floreana Island: Post Office Bay
PM: Floreana Island: Cormorant Point
SATURDAY AM: Santa Cruz Island: Charles Darwin Station
PM: Santa Cruz Island: Baltra - airport (return)
DOWNLOAD ITINERARY C+A

Galapagos map
Featured Species
Sea lions, blue-footed boobies, frigatebirds, marine iguanas, and giant tortoises.
WEDNESDAY AM: San Cristobal Island: San Cristobal- Airport (arrival)
PM: San Cristobal Island: Lobos Island
THURSDAY AM: Española Island: Suarez Point
PM: Española Island: Gardner Bay
FRIDAY AM: Floreana Island: Post Office Bay
PM: Floreana Island: Cormorant Point
SATURDAY AM: Santa Cruz Island: Charles Darwin Station
PM: Santa Cruz Island: Baltra - airport (return)

Galapagos map
Featured Species
Giant tortoises, penguins, flamingos, hawks, blue-footed boobies, and red-footed boobies.
SATURDAY AM: Santa Cruz Island: Baltra - airport (arrival)
PM: Santa Cruz Island: Highlands
SUNDAY AM: Isabela Island: Tintoreras
PM: Isabela Island: Wetlands and Arnaldo Tupiza Breeding Center
MONDAY AM: Isabela Island: Moreno Point
PM: Isabela Island: Elizabeth Bay
TUESDAY AM: Fernandina Island: Mangle Point
PM: Isabela Island: Urbina Bay
WEDNESDAY AM: Isabela Island: Tagus Cove
PM: Fernandina Island: Espinoza Point
THURSDAY AM: Santiago Island: Egas Port
PM: Santiago Island: Espumilla Beach / Buccaneer Cove
FRIDAY AM: Genovesa Island: Barranco
PM: Genovesa Island: Darwin Bay
SATURDAY AM: Seymour Island: North Seymour
PM: Santa Cruz Island: Baltra - airport (return)

Galapagos map
Featured Species
Sea lions, land iguanas, blue-footed, red-footed and Nazca boobies, green sea turtles, and penguins.
SATURDAY AM: Santa Cruz Island: Baltra - airport (arrival)
PM: Santa Cruz Island: Bachas Beach
SUNDAY AM: Bartolome Island: Bartolome
PM: Santiago Island: Sullivan Bay
MONDAY AM: South Plazas Island: South Plaza
PM: Santa Fe Island: Santa Fe
TUESDAY AM: San Cristobal Island: Witch Hill
PM: San Cristobal Island: Pitt Point
WEDNESDAY AM: San Cristobal Island: Highlands
PM: San Cristobal Island: San Cristobal - airport (return)

Galapagos map
Featured Species
Galapagos albatrosses, magnificent frigatebirds, marine iguanas, land iguanas, sea lions, and giant tortoises.
SATURDAY AM: Santa Cruz Island: Baltra - airport (arrival)
PM: Santa Cruz Island: Bachas Beach
SUNDAY AM: Bartolome Island: Bartolome
PM: Santiago Island: Sullivan Bay
MONDAY AM: South Plazas Island: South Plaza
PM: Santa Fe Island: Santa Fe
TUESDAY AM: San Cristobal Island: Witch Hill
PM: San Cristobal Island: Pitt Point
WEDNESDAY AM: San Cristobal Island: Highlands
PM: San Cristobal Island: Lobos Island
THURSDAY AM: Española Island: Suarez Point
PM: Española Island: Gardner Bay
FRIDAY AM: Floreana Island: Post Office Bay
PM: Floreana Island: Cormorant Point
SATURDAY AM: Santa Cruz Island: Charles Darwin Station
PM: Santa Cruz Island: Baltra - airport (return)

The difference is
in the details

Every action on board reflects our commitment to delivering excellence and quality throughout the expedition.

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    Neil O

    Feb 2026

    Incredible wildlife, an amazing crew, and a very comfortable yacht experience.

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    Steve K

    April, 2026

    Well organized, professional crew, and a wonderful trip. Our only suggestion would be to have sunscreen available for guests, or even sold onboard. The experience was exactly as we expected.

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    RK C

    November, 2025

    An incredible experience aboard the Galaxy Yacht. We took the four-night cruise and could not have asked for a better trip. The excursions, cabin, service, food... everything was first class.

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    Emily M

    May, 2026

    An amazing experience with a fantastic mix of activities, from snorkeling to hiking. We had the opportunity to see many different animals throughout the journey.

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    Anne K

    April, 2026

    A fantastic week aboard the Galaxy Orion exploring the incredible diversity of wildlife, both on land and in the waters of the western Galapagos Islands.

Do you have any other questions?

The service includes accommodation, all meals and snacks, assistance at Galapagos airports, naturalist guides, excursions, and the use of kayaking equipment.

All cabins include air conditioning, a hair dryer, and eco-friendly toiletries. Most cabins on the main and upper decks also feature windows with panoramic views.

Yes. The Galaxy Orion is available for private charters, making it an ideal option for large families or exclusive groups seeking a fully private Galapagos cruise experience.

No. Paddleboarding is not included, but the yacht offers other activities such as snorkeling, kayaking, panga rides, and hiking excursions.

The Galapagos is a year-round destination. From June to December, the waters are cooler and nutrient-rich, ideal for marine wildlife encounters. From January to May, temperatures are warmer and the water is clearer for activities and sightseeing.