Hermes
- capacity
- 20
- year built
- 2025
- crew members
- 19
- length
- 164 feet
- beam
- 46 feet
- draft
- 9.1 feet
- cruising speed
- 12 knots (max)
- flag
- Ecuador
Launched in 2025, the mega-catamaran Hermes offers her 20 guests an ultra-luxurious sail among the enchanted isles. Designed with over 30 years of experience in mind, Hermes’ unique onboard amenities and high crew/guide-to-guest ratio create an upscale experience rivalled only by the awe-inspiring Galapagos Islands themselves.
Why Sail Aboard Hermes
Choose the Hermes to sail aboard one of the most luxury ships in the Galapagos Islands. Butler service, ultra spacious cabins, walk-in closets and bathrooms with private Jacuzzis are just a few of the suite amenities that stand out among other Galapagos luxury yachts. The Hermes mega-catamaran also features a rare 10:1 guest-to-guide ratio, and a crew that’s almost as large as the guest count. Her wide variety of common areas are typically only found on larger vessels, and a spa with Hammam round out the options to pamper yourself while aboard.
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Onboard Facilities
Hermes in Galapagos features a broad range of elegant social spaces across four guest decks—ideal for both fostering camaraderie and finding quiet spaces. An elegant central, interior staircase accesses all areas and WiFi is available throughout the ship. Limited laundry service is included, with added-cost options.
Outdoor Common Areas
The Main Deck aft boarding area makes a first impression with wraparound, plush bench seating in cool tones and a large open deck area, ideal for starting and ending excursions or a quiet rest protected from the breeze.
Hermes’ Upper Deck offers the aft Aperitif Lounge, adjacent to the dining room. After a delicious meal, guests can enjoy the sea breeze and a complimentary palette cleanser on inviting couches outside a wall of windows. The Aperitif Lounge also features an outdoor dining area reserved for special celebrations.
The Panoramic Deck sits between the Upper Deck and the Sun Deck, and offers wraparound teak decking, an open bridge and yet another quiet aft space, sheltered from the wind. This deck also offers chic al fresco dining when the weather is ideal, as well as a forward observation area with padded bench seating.
The Sun Deck rounds out Hermes’ plentiful indoor/outdoor spaces, with both sun-soaked and covered areas. A large Jacuzzi, chaise loungers, convenient restrooms and wraparound bench seating fill up the large teak deck.
Indoor Common Areas
From the boarding area, the salon on the Main Deck invites guests to relax over a beverage from the bar or coffee/tea/purified water station. Panoramic windows keep the unique geology and wildlife of the Galapagos always in sight, and two large-screen TVs are on hand for screenings or daily recaps with the naturalist guides. A check-in area with reception desk ensures any need is attended to.
Finally, a well-stocked library provides quiet refuge and a source of Galapagos references beyond the onboard naturalist guides. Hermes travelers can sit back and read while a large window provides a view to the outdoors.
Spa & Hammam
The Evolution Spa offers wellness and self-care while traveling in the Galapagos, including added-cost massage treatments. A unique feature is the included Hammam, a steam-room-like space with large windows overlooking the sea. Guests can be pampered and feel rejuvenated between active excursions. A small gym is located adjacent the spa with hand weights and yoga mats.
Dining & Bars
Food on board Hermes features a tantalizing fusion of Ecuadorian and international flavors, with a signature four-course menu developed by a renowned Ecuadorian chef. An amuse-bouche and wine pairings complement the menu each evening.
The Upper Deck dining room and Panoramic Deck al fresco dining area provide options for indoor and outdoor meals, and in-suite breakfast is available. Complimentary beverages from the indoor and outdoor bars include a menu of selected premium wines, beer and cocktails; purified water; tea, coffee and various other non-alcoholic options.
Activities & Expeditions
Hermes carries equipment to get all guests out actively exploring both above and beneath the water, including pangas, snorkel gear (including mask, snorkel, fins and a full wetsuit), kayaks and stand-up paddleboards. Daily excursions with naturalist guides feature varied walks, hikes to view points, time on beaches and lots of snorkeling options. While cruising or in between off-ship activities, guests are treated to onboard programming such as cooking and cocktail lessons. Finally, each booking supports a reforestation project, offering travelers the opportunity to plant a tree in the Galapagos and select routes will visit the site on Santa Cruz Island.
Crew & Guides
The 19 crew members (including a butler for each cabin deck and a dedicated cruise director) aboard the Hermes Galapagos catamaran are poised to make every departure unforgettable. Discerning travelers will appreciate the 24/7 butler service, which offers optional unpacking, drink service to suites and their Jacuzzis, shoe polishing and laundry.
Cabins & Hermes Deck Plan
Each of Hermes’ 12 suites pampers guests with upscale amenities and attention to detail. The 10 Double Suites are all convertible between one king or two twin beds. The 2 Single Suites offer a queen bed (only). And select suites interconnect—a great feature for families or friends traveling together; one of these on the Main Deck can also be enjoyed as a 2-room Owner’s Suite, at a special rate.
Common amenities include a walk-in closet (except in Single Suites), mini bar (stocked according to guests’ preferences), private balcony with motorized blackout curtains, desk, sitting area, floor-to-ceiling windows, air conditioning and bathroom with side-by-side, water-view Jacuzzi bathtub and shower, large vanity and dual sinks. Modern, minimalistic furniture and soothing stone and wood tones create a relaxing atmosphere. And a pillow selection menu, robe and slippers in each suite add to your in-room relaxation.
