South America Galapagos Islands Cruise

Elite Galapagos Cruises

An Elite Galapagos cruise is an extraordinary experience. Visit far-off islands teeming with unique wildlife, accompanied by top bilingual naturalist guides. Step aboard a purpose-built ship that offers stability, speed and supreme comfort. The 16-guest Elite pampers her guests with panoramic views, lively common areas, a Sun Deck Jacuzzi and some of the largest cabins in the Galapagos, each with a private balcony. An Elite cruise in Galapagos is a first-rate tour of the islands, with quality expedition gear on board for snorkeling, stand-up paddleboarding and kayaking.

There are two main 8-day Elite Galapagos cruise itineraries, which can be combined into an all-encompassing 15-day cruise. Elite also operates shorter 4- and 5-day routes, which are pieces of the 8-day Eastern itinerary. Or combine the various itineraries for an Elite Galapagos cruise of 11 or 12 days.

Choose the 8-Day East Elite Galapagos cruise itinerary for pristine green-, black- and white-sand beaches; Espanola Island’s waved albatross and blow holes capable of shooting water over 80 feet into the air; Floreana’s broad diversity of fish and walk-through lava tube; and Genovesa’s Galapagos fur seals and elusive short-eared owl.

Select the 8-Day West Elite Galapagos cruise for panoramic views of San Cristobal Island from the crater lake of El Junco Lagoon; Galapagos land iguanas and Palo Santo trees at Santa Cruz’s Dragon Hill; black lava formations; the red-sand beach of Rabida (the only island where all nine Darwin’s finches are found); and the blue herons and penguins commonly seen around the western islands.

Every Elite Galapagos cruise leaves guests with unforgettable experiences on par with our many Galapagos luxury cruise options. However, a custom route is also an option when booking this roomy catamaran as one of our private Galapagos yacht charters for your group of 16 or fewer.

Read on for details about this trip, or learn more about AdventureSmith’s Galapagos cruises and Galapagos trips.