About this trip
Ten days cruising the Galápagos aboard the Yolita, a small motor boat, taking in the north, west and central islands including some of the less-visited spots.
Expect long stretches of open water broken up by landings on islands like Genovesa and Isabela, where the wildlife concentration is the main draw — huge seabird colonies, sea lions, and volcanic landscapes that look like nowhere else.
It's a guided, easy-paced trip built around daily excursions rather than constant movement, so you get time on beaches and in the water as well as on land.
What you'll do
- Spot the largest nesting colonies of red-footed boobies and frigatebirds on Genovesa
- Hike to the summit of Sierra Negra, the Galápagos' most recently active volcano
- Snorkel alongside sea lions
- Relax on white-sand beaches between excursions
- Cruise aboard the Yolita to lesser-visited islands like Isabela
- Fully guided throughout, with naturalist-led island landings
- Rated easy, so suits most fitness levels
- You're based aboard the boat for the full 10 days, moving between islands rather than staying on land
Worth it if you want wildlife up close with genuinely knowledgeable guides and a crew that actually cares. Think twice if you're prone to seasickness or need luxury comfort.
- Guides like Venus deliver real expertise on islands and wildlife, plus actual problem-solving: she helped guests overcome seasickness.
- Crew are Galápagos natives who know the place deeply; the food reflects that local knowledge and care.
- Seasickness is a genuine risk on this boat; don't assume it won't affect you even if you've been fine before.
- Leadership matters hugely here: Omar, Venus, Mauricio, and the CEO shaped the trip's quality far more than the vessel itself.
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Departing in Jul is cheapest — from £4,255, about 32% below the priciest month (May).
Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Quito · 24 Jul – 25 Jul
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