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Cruise the Galapagos Islands aboard the intimate and affordable Motor Yacht Beluga. The 16 guest Beluga features comfortable double or triple cabins each with private bath and air conditioning. The Beluga is outfitted exclusively for the Galapagos Islands and has been awarded the Smart Voyager certification for adhering to conservation standards. Beluga also complies with all international maritime regulations and is SOLAS certified. A Galapagos cruise aboard the Beluga is an exceptional value for families, small groups and charters.

Most Galapagos cruise travelers will require pre and post cruise accommodations in Ecuador, round trip flights, National Park entrance fees & transit cards etc. Choose our Galapagos Cruise Package or work with our experts on a Custom Galapagos Tour. See trip notes for more details.

Galapagos Beluga Cruise Itineraries

There are three unique Galapagos Beluga cruise itineraries (one 4 day/3 night cruise, one 5 day/4 night cruise, and one 8 day/7 night cruise) to choose from. When combined consecutively these cruises equal a 15 day/14 night Galapagos cruise with no repeated landing sites. The shorter itineraries can also be combined in various ways to create longer 8, 11, 12 or 15 day cruises.

For your assistance we have put together a handy guide: How to choose your Galapagos Cruise

Yacht descriptions, deck plans Beluga

Beluga Fernandina Cruise 8 day/7 night

Day 1 - FRIDAY - Baltra, Santa Cruz Highalnds, Charles Darwin Research Station
Day 2 - SATURDAY - Cormorant Point, Devil’s Crown, Post Office Bay (Floreana Island)
Day 3 - SUNDAY - Puerto Villamil, Tintoreras & Sierra Negra (Isabela Island)
Day 4 - MONDAY - Puerto Moreno & Elizabeth Bay (Isabela)
Day 5 - TUESDAY - Urbina Bay & Tagus Cove (Isabela)
Day 6 - WEDNESDAY - Punta Espinoza & Punta Vicente Roca (Fernandina)
Day 7 - THURSDAY - Pto Egas & Bartolome (Santiago)
Day 8 - FRIDAY - North Seymour to Baltra
Beluga Fernandina Itinerary Details

Beluga Tower Galapagos Cruise 8 day/7 night

Day 1 - FRIDAY - Baltra Airport to Dragon Hill (Santa Cruz)
Day 2 - SATURDAY - Santa Fe & Plazas
Day 3 - SUNDAY - Witch Hill, Kicker Rock & Puerto Moreno
Day 4 - MONDAY - Gardner Bay, Islote Garnder & Punta Suarez (Hood)
Day 5 - TUESDAY - Highlands & Charles Darwin Station (Santa Cruz)
Day 6 - WEDNESDAY - Espumilla Beach, Bucanner Cove & Sullivan Bay (James)
Day 7 - THURSDAY - Sombrero Chino & Sullivan Bay (James)
Day 8 - FRIDAY - Turtle Cove to Baltra
Beluga Tower Itinerary Details
NOTE - Can be booked as shorter cruises (Plazas or Hood) listed below.

Beluga Hood Galapagos Cruise 5 day/4 night

Day 1 - FRIDAY - Baltra Airport to Dragon Hill (Santa Cruz)
Day 2 - SATURDAY - Santa Fe & Plazas
Day 3 - SUNDAY - Witch Hill, Kicker Rock & Puerto Moreno
Day 4 - MONDAY - Gardner Bay, Islote Garnder & Punta Suarez (Hood)
Day 5 - TUESDAY - Baltra transfer to Santa Cruz
Beluga Hood Itinerary Details

Beluga James Galapagos Cruise 4 day/3 night

Day 1 - TUESDAY - Baltra, Santa Cruz highlands
Day 2 - WEDNESDAY - Espumilla Beach, Bucanner Cove & Sullivan Bay (James)
Day 3 - THURSDAY - Sombrero Chino & Sullivan Bay (James)
Day 4 - FRIDAY - Turtle Cove to Baltra
Beluga James Itinerary Details

For yacht descriptions and deck plans visit Beluga

GALAPAGOS CRUISE INCLUSIVE PACKAGE: For your convenience we offer an Inclusive Package with three nights hotel accommodations in Quito, all airport/hotel transfers, Galapagos flights, Galapagos National Park entrance fees and taxes, Galapagos migration card and your Galapagos Coral cruise. View details of our Galapagos Cruise Inclusive Package.

Travelers not interested in our inclusive package must purchase Galapagos flights in conjunction with their Galapagos Cruise.

GALAPAGOS CRUISE CUSTOM PACKAGE: If you are booking a cruise only program our experts can assist with hotels, transfers, flights and tours. Call AdventureSmith Explorations about customizing your tour or the possibilities of combining this trip with our Mainland Ecuador and Peru: Machu Picchu extensions. We are Galapagos cruise and Ecuador travel experts and our staff can help you customize the perfect Galapagos Cruise or Ecuador Tour Package.

Notes on Itinerary: We may occasionally alter itineraries slightly for safety, or to take advantage of weather, wildlife, and unplanned discoveries. Our ability to be flexible makes our style of cruising unique.

Single Travelers: There is a 50% surcharge for single occupancy. If you are traveling alone and wish to share accommodations, our Roommate Share Program will guarantee double occupancy rates for boat cabins even if we are unable to match you with a roommate.

Family Travelers: Children under 12 years old receive a 50% discount when traveling with 1 adult. There is no minimum age for children.

Included aboard the Beagle: Cruises include double accommodation in cabins with air conditioning, private facilities, all meals, water, 24 hour coffee station, two daily visits to Galapagos Islands with naturalist guide, snorkeling opportunities, activities on board, briefings, lectures, airport and port assistance, transfers to port and dinghy ride to ship

Not Included aboard the Beagle: International airfare; Airfare from mainland Ecuador; Galapagos National Park Entrance Fee (US $100 per adult, $50 for children under 12 years old. This can be paid directly by passengers [cash only] or it is included in our INCLUSIVE PACKAGE TOURS), Galapagos National Institute Migration Control Card (US $10 per person; departure tax ($40.80), Gratuities for guides, crew, drivers or local staff; alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages; other personal expenses; medical services or insurance of any kind. Snorkel gear and wetsuits are available for rent.

Arrival and Departure: Most flights to the Galapagos will depart Quito or Guayaquil between 7:00am-9:00am on day 1 and return between 2:00pm-5:00pm on the final day. We highly recommend travelers arrive Ecuador 2 days prior to their Galapagos Cruise.

Payment and Cancellation Policy: A cruise deposit of $700 per person is required at the time of booking. For land packages a deposit of $300 per person is required at the time of booking. Final payment is due 90 days prior to departure. A special cancellation policy applies to all Galapagos trips, which is stricter than the AdventureSmith Explorations policy. When a trip cancellation is received inside of 70 days from departure, all trip costs are 100% non-refundable. Please see AdventureSmith Explorations Terms and Conditions.

Travel Insurance: We highly recommend our travelers protect their investment with Travel Insurance. Please note that you must purchase your Travel Insurance policy within 14 days of booking your trip for it to cover pre-existing medical conditions.


Accommodations Aboard: The Beluga accommodates 16 guests on 3 decks. Cabins have private bathrooms. There is also a bar, interior dining room, sun deck and shade deck. Life aboard a small boat requires some physical agility and a flexible and social nature. The crew is comprised of the captain, multilingual naturalist guides, cook, barman/waiter, mechanic and two to four sailors. All meals are prepared and served by the crew on board. Alcoholic beverages are available for purchase on board.

Qualifications: This trip will be enjoyed by anyone who is in good health and leads an active life. Daily excursions from the boat to the islands will be made in pangas (dinghies). Trip members will hike from the landing point to specific areas for wildlife observation. Hiking time for most landings will be a couple of hours roundtrip with lots of time to stop to study, photograph and enjoy the flora and fauna. Some landings are dry but many are "wet", requiring cautious footing on slippery rocks. The boat staff will be on hand to assist. There are numerous opportunities to swim and snorkel. Easy-to-use, sit-on-top kayaks are also available.

Snorkeling: The underwater experience is an integral part of any Galapagos cruise. We encourage all travelers to try snorkeling. Snorkeling gear (mask, snorkel, fins, floating vest and net bag) are available for a fee. Shortie wet suits may be available for rent and are recommended from June to December. If interested, please advise your adventure coordinator upon booking.

Extending Your Trip: Call AdventureSmith Explorations about the possibilities of combining trips to Mainland Ecuador and Peru: Machu Picchu

General Information: This trip is subject to AdventureSmith Explorations Terms and Conditions. Please read this information carefully and call us if you have any questions. A packing list, extensive pre-departure and travel insurance information is sent upon confirmation. We strongly recommend the purchase of Trip Insurance through AdventureSmith Explorations. If purchased within 14 days of sign-up, the pre-existing condition exclusion is waived.

We look forward to having you join us for the trip of a lifetime! Call today.

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