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Coral I or Coral II cruises to the Galapagos Islands combine the versatility and intimacy of a yacht with the comfort and space of a small ship. The Coral I & Coral II sister ships cruise the same itinerary side-by-side, offering the chance for larger groups, including extended families on Galapagos family cruises, to experience the Galapagos while maintaining a very intimate feel.
The 36-passenger Coral I and the 20-passenger Coral II each offer ample sun and observation deck space, an outdoor Jacuzzi and delicious cuisine. Three categories of cabins are roomy and comfortable but simple with private bathrooms, lower beds and windows or portholes. Activities on the Corals include hiking, snorkeling (deep-water snorkeling available on select itineraries), swimming and kayaking.
The Corals operate four Galapagos cruise itineraries (two 4-day cruises and two 5-day cruises), which can be combined in various ways to create longer 8-, 11-, 12-day or 15-day cruises.
The 4-day Corals Eastern Galapagos Cruise visits Baltra, North Seymour, Santa Cruz, Mosquera Islet, Santa Fe, South Plaza, Lobos Island and San Cristobal islands, with daily activities such as kayaking, snorkeling, swimming and hiking. For those interested, there may be scuba diving options (added cost upon availability). The Corals Eastern Islands Cruise can be combined with the Southern or Western Islands Cruise to create an 8-day/7-night itinerary.
The 5-day Corals Western Galapagos Cruise visits Baltra, Santa Cruz, Isabela, Fernandina and Santiago islands. The western exposure means opportunities for spotting Galapagos penguins and exploring the youngest and most volcanically active islands in the archipelago. Take advantage of daily kayaking, snorkeling, swimming or hiking, and for those interested scuba diving may be an option (added cost upon availability). The Corals Western Islands Cruise can be combined with the Central or Eastern Islands Cruise to create an 8-day/7-night itinerary.
The 4-day Corals Central Galapagos Cruise sails round-trip from Baltra, with a special visit to the bird-lover’s Genovesa Island and otherwise a focus on the central islands of Santa Cruz, Bartolome and Rabida Island. Take advantage of daily kayaking, snorkeling, swimming or hiking, and for those interested scuba diving may be an option (added cost upon availability). The Corals Central Islands Cruise can be combined with the Western or Southern Islands Cruise to create an 8-day/7-night itinerary.
The 5-day Corals Southern Islands Galapagos Cruise starts in San Cristobal and ends in Baltra, visiting the southernmost islands of Espanola, Floreana and the central island of Santa Cruz. Activities include kayaking, snorkeling, swimming and hiking. For those interested, there may be scuba diving options (added cost upon availability). The Corals Southern Islands Cruise can be combined with the Central or Western Islands Cruise to create an 8-day/7-night itinerary.
No matter the itinerary, a Coral Galapagos cruise is sure to be the trip of a lifetime. Want to make your own itinerary? Consider the 20-guest or 36-guest Coral ships for one of our private Galapagos yacht charters.
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Board the 100-guest M/V Legend and experience luxury, quality service and family-friendly small ship cruising in one of the most famous travel destinations in the world: the Galapagos Islands.
Being one of the larger ships sailing in the Galapagos, the Legend is a great choice for its affordability, stability and ability to cater to groups on Galapagos family cruises without sacrificing the exclusivity and personalized attention small ship cruising is known for. Comfortable outdoor spaces, fun onboard activities and well-planned daily excursions make her the right choice for travelers of all styles. Activities on the Galapagos Legend include hiking, snorkeling (deep-water snorkeling available on select itineraries), swimming and kayaking.
The Legend operates four Galapagos cruise itineraries (two 4-day cruises and two 5-day cruises), which can be combined in various ways to create longer 8-, 11-, 12- or 15-day cruises. This truly is the trip of a lifetime! Call today to inquire about a specific Galapagos Legend itinerary or to learn more about Galapagos Legend cruises.
The 4-day Legend Eastern Islands Galapagos Cruise begins in Baltra, cruises to North Seymour, Bartolome, South Plaza and San Cristobal islands. Activities include kayaking, snorkeling, swimming, hiking and scuba diving (added cost upon availability). The Legend Eastern Islands Cruise can be combined with the Southern or Western Islands Cruise to create an 8-day/7-night itinerary, or combine multiple Legend itineraries for longer cruises.
The 5-day Legend Southern Galapagos Cruise focuses on the southern islands, some of the oldest and most biodiverse in the archipelago, including Floreana, Espanola, Santa Cruz and San Cristobal. Hike, swim, snorkel, kayak and scuba dive (added cost upon availability) among some of the Galapagos Islands’ most unique species. The Legend Southern Islands Cruise can be combined with the Western or Eastern Islands Cruise to create an 8-day/7-night itinerary.
The 4-day Legend Central Galapagos Cruise begins and ends in Baltra, and visits the northern island of Genovesa and the central islands of Santa Cruz and Santa Fe. Enjoy hiking, swimming, snorkeling, kayaking and scuba diving (added cost upon availability) from the 100-guest M/V Legend. The Legend Central Islands Cruise can be combined with the Eastern or Western Islands Cruise to create an 8-day/7-night itinerary.
The 5-day Legend Western Galapagos Cruise visits Baltra, Mosquera Islet, Santiago, Rabida, Isabela, Fernandina and Santa Cruz. The 100-guest Legend is an ideal and family-friendly base from which to hike, swim, snorkel, kayak and scuba dive (added cost upon availability) in the Galapagos Islands. The Legend Western Islands Cruise can be combined with the Central or Southern Islands Cruise to create an 8-day/7-night itinerary.
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The M/V Galapagos Legend is a deluxe expedition ship that can accommodate 100 guests. She emphasizes a variety of comfortable outdoor spaces, fun onboard activities and multiple off-ship excursions. Galapagos Legend small ship cruises offer luxury, quality and service in a casual setting that is affordable, stable and great for family travelers.
AdventureSmith Explorations’ Galapagos Legend review includes a detailed description of the small ship including deck plans and a photo gallery. Our Galapagos Islands experts have been aboard the Galapagos Legend firsthand. Please read our Galapagos Legend review below then contact our experts to compare this Galapagos ship with other small cruise ships, yachts and catamarans offering Galapagos cruises.
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Choose the Galapagos Legend for a ship with a modern and original feel with a wide variety of amenities and spaces, including some larger suites that make her an ideal ship for Galapagos family cruises. A 2017 renovation updated the vessel and brought renewed attention to her outdoor and common areas. She now boasts an impressive 6,600 square feet of open deck space, as well as a glass-bottom excursion boat designed to gently engage with the Galapagos marine world. Also updated was the lounge, with floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows for optimal viewing.
Between the three main decks guests can enjoy multiple comfortable, inviting spaces. The Sky Deck provides a sundeck and a swimming pool filled with seawater to be more environmentally friendly. Themed talks, comfortable chairs, couches and games are all offered in the nautically themed Charles Darwin Panoramic Lounge. The uppermost Moon Deck is a favorite for stargazing and sunbathing. Also aboard is a well-equipped auditorium for lectures, casual gatherings, briefings and/or exclusive use; a fitness center with exercise bikes and floor-to-ceiling windows, sauna and jacuzzi area with massage chairs; an outdoor terrace with hammocks; a fun and friendly kids’ corner play area with creative and educational activities; an Interpretation Center with a library and internet that is available for purchase when connection is available; a 24-hour medical clinic; and a boutique with selections of quality handicrafts and souvenirs, and unique Ecuadorian products. The Galapagos Legend provides water bottle filling stations dispersed around the ship, waste water treatment facilities and recycling. Reception services are available from 6:30am to 10:00pm. Touch screens on every level offer quick reference for menus, itinerary, timings, deck plans and more. Smoking is allowed outdoors only.
Lonesome George Restaurant, with comfortable seating and wooden finishes, offers breakfast and lunch buffets and plated dinners. Meals feature Ecuadorian and International cuisine while using local products with a variety of meats, salads and desserts. All guests can be seated in one sitting. A 24-hour tea and coffee station is available on the Sky Deck. The Moon Deck plays host to a special treat one night, with an ice cream festival or a BBQ outside, including lifeboats fitted with booths and tables for a fun dining experience. The Charles Darwin Panorama Lounge Bar offers food made to order, available for purchase. The Sky Deck’s Fisherman Bar is a ship-shaped bar offering beer, wine and cocktails. Beverages are available for purchase with a variety of drink packages to choose from or can be purchased a la carte.
There are six guides per trip aboard Galapagos Legend, including one expedition leader. Most guides speak Spanish and English. However, guides in a few other languages can be aboard if requested in advance. Guides are present on the island activities, demonstrating the best places to see the fauna from up close, whether on foot, by kayak or when snorkeling. Stargazing presentations on how previous seamen used constellations as navigation are presented on occasion, as are onboard lectures about the area. Any questions while on board can be directed to guides staffing the Naturalist Guides’ Center on the Sky Deck.
Pangas (inflatable skiffs) fitting 6-20 passengers each are aboard with comfortable, easy disembarkation. Each off-ship activity ends with snacks and beverages. The Galapagos Legend also offers one glass-bottom boat for guests wanting to stay dry while viewing sea life. Snorkeling equipment is available to use and wetsuits and kayaks (eight double and one single) are available to rent. Scuba diving is also available. Options for evening activities include table games, salsa dancing, karaoke, movie nights and a Neptune party—a theatrical presentation where the king of the oceans comes on board to re-organize his realm and ends up in a fun party.
The Galapagos Legend has 52 ocean-view, air-conditioned cabins plus 3 interior ones. Lower beds and private bathroom facilities accommodate numerous configurations, including two twin beds or one double bed, and triple or quadruple occupancy options. Each cabin includes: safety deposit box, air conditioning, LCD TV with multimedia system, hair dryer, special bedding, black-out curtains and updated furniture. Wristbands with RFID chips act as your room key, to ensure safety and security. Internal, local and international satellite telephone service is offered. Voltage is set for 110-220 volts/60 Hz. A pillow menu even offers three types of pillows to choose from.
The Coral I and Coral II are sister yachts cruising the same itineraries side-by-side in the Galapagos Islands. Coral I is a 36-passenger, modern, first-class mega yacht with 18 double exterior cabins. Coral II is an elegant, classic and charming motor yacht that accommodates 20 passengers in 12 exterior cabins. Guests booked aboard a Corals Galapagos cruise may be placed on either yacht for a stellar cruising experience. Both yachts offer charming social areas distributed on three decks with outdoor and indoor seating, allowing an intimate expedition experience that suits each passenger’s personal travel style.
AdventureSmith Explorations’ Coral I & Coral II review includes a detailed description of the small ships including deck plans and a photo gallery. Our Galapagos experts have been aboard the Coral I & Coral II firsthand. Please read our Coral I & Coral II review below then contact our small ship cruise experts to compare the Coral I & Coral II with other Galapagos cruise ships offering Galapagos cruises and private Galapagos yacht charters.
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Choose the Coral I & Coral II if you are looking for an affordable yet comfortable small ship with pleasing amenities and guides and crew who make you feel like family. The fact that both Corals have a few adjoining rooms available makes them perfect for multi-generational family travel and enjoying the Galapagos with younger kids on Galapagos family cruises.
Coral I and Coral II provide an ideal combination of classic beauty and exquisite style, with decorations that complement the relaxing marine environment of the Galapagos. Panoramic windows, a Jacuzzi area and comfortable interiors offer endless opportunities to see the views between island visits and their small size makes embarking and disembarking for excursions efficient. The main lounges are comfortable areas with well-stocked bars, cozy sofas, TV/DVD and stereo. The wooden interiors are warm throughout and the cozy seating and libraries make the Corals feel like home.
Delightful Ecuadorian and international cuisine is served in the dining rooms and a BBQ dinner is served on the Moon Deck, where spectacular sunsets often go with dessert. Breakfast and lunch are served buffet style while dinner is a la carte. Coffee, tea and snacks are available 24 hours a day.
Each day aboard the Coral I & Coral II includes two guided visits with multilingual naturalist guides, as per Galapagos National Park regulation. Swimming, snorkeling and hiking are included; kayaking and Scuba diving may be available upon request and based on availability and itinerary. Each ship carries three double kayaks.
Cabins aboard the Corals are well appointed with air conditioning; phone service for internal, local and international calls; TV with multimedia system; safety deposit box; smoke detector and sprinkler system; and private bathroom with cold and hot water, hair dryer, electric mirrors and other amenities. All cabins have lighting control for energy saving, outlets for 110V and 120V, compatible with iPod, iPad, iPhone, Android and MP3 players. There is plenty of room for storage and all beds in all cabins can be arranged as two twins or one double bed. Some cabins interconnect, making them ideal for families.
Twin beds measure 78 inches long x 35 inches wide x 23 inches high. Double/matrimonial beds measure 78 inches long x 70 inches wide x 23 inches high.
