Evolution
Why we recommend
The Galapagos Evolution motor yacht cruise is ideal for travelers seeking luxury, comfort, and unforgettable shared experiences. Perfect for nature enthusiasts, small group adventurers, couples, and families, it offers the opportunity to explore the Galapagos Islands in style. With personalized service, modern amenities, and intimate group settings for up to 32 guests, this cruise is designed to foster connection and memorable group exploration.
- Multiple cabin categories available
- Outdoor Jacuzzi
- Medical Officer 24/7
- Spacious sundeck
- Triple accommodation available on board
Evolution description
The Evolution yacht offers a luxury Galapagos cruise for up to 32 passengers. Enjoy spacious decks, sundecks, bars, Jacuzzi, and a pool. Activities include kayaking and snorkeling, with equipment provided. Relish gourmet Al Fresco and indoor dining. Exceptional service includes two naturalist guides and a 24/7 medical officer, ensuring an exclusive Galapagos experience with comfort and adventure.
Cabins
The Evolution yacht boasts luxury Galapagos accommodations, featuring a master suite with a sitting room and queen bed on the Albatross Deck. Ocean-view suites offer queen or twin beds, while premium staterooms on the Cormorant Deck include portholes and versatile bed arrangements. Deluxe staterooms on the Darwin Deck provide cozy double or twin options with ocean views for an elegant experience.
Boarding Zodiac
Private Balcony
Al Fresco Dinning
Hot Tub
Twin Premium Stateroom
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Evolution prices
| Accommodation | 7 nights |
|---|---|
| Deluxe Stateroom | $ 9,950 |
| Premium Stateroom | $ 10,600 |
| Suite | $ 11,550 |
| Master Suite | $ 11,950 |
| Charter | $ 323,475 |
Prices are subject to change without prior notice.
These rates are valid all year round, except for high-season departures.
Rates includes
- Accommodation on board
- All meals while on board
- Purified water, coffee, and tea available during the cruise
- All non-alcoholic beverages consumed onboard
- Transfers in the islands during operational days
- English speaking naturalist guide
- Islands excursions and activities according to the Itinerary
- Internet
- Snorkel equipment (mask, tube, & fins)
- Kayaks
Rates not includes
- — Domestic flights to the Galapagos Islands
- — Travel, cancellation and medical insurance
- — Tips and personal expenses
- — Alcoholic drinks not included in menu selection
Promotions & Deals
The below Deals are Updated Daily and Subject to availability, please contact us to confirm availability for the best prices.
| Promotions | Lengths | Was | Now | Travel Dates | Included | |
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| Evolution Oct 17, 2026 | 7N/8D |
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US$8,904 27% OFF | Oct 17 → Oct 24, 2026 | — | |
| Evolution Oct 24, 2026 | 7N/8D |
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US$7,000 40% OFF | Oct 24 → Oct 31, 2026 | — | |
| Evolution Nov 28, 2026 | 7N/8D |
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US$8,904 27% OFF | Nov 28 → Dec 5, 2026 | — |
Itineraries/routes
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Evolution - 7 Nights 'Footsteps Back in time'
San Cristobal Island, Isla Lobos
This island, named after its Sea Lion Colony, offers encounters with playful marine life and diverse birds like Blue-footed Boobies and Grea… This island, named after its Sea Lion Colony, offers encounters with playful marine life and diverse birds like Blue-footed Boobies and Great Frigatebirds. Clear channel waters make it a top spot for snorkeling and swimming with Sea Lions.
, South Plaza Island
South Plaza, near Santa Cruz, features a striking Sesuvium and Opuntia landscape. Visitors can spot Land Iguanas under cacti, soaring swallo… South Plaza, near Santa Cruz, features a striking Sesuvium and Opuntia landscape. Visitors can spot Land Iguanas under cacti, soaring swallow-tailed gulls, and a lively Galápagos Sea Lion Colony along its rocky, protected seashore, offering exceptional wildlife encounters.
Santa Cruz Island, Carrion Point
Carrion Point, on Santa Cruz Island's north coast near the Itabaca Channel, offers stunning turquoise waters perfect for snorkeling. Explore… Carrion Point, on Santa Cruz Island's north coast near the Itabaca Channel, offers stunning turquoise waters perfect for snorkeling. Explore vibrant marine life, including Rays and harmless White-tip Shark, in this serene and sheltered lagoon.
Daphne, Daphne Island
Daphne Island, an eroded tuft cone with sparse vegetation, allows limited visitors. Explore steep trails to its crater rim, spotting Blue-fo… Daphne Island, an eroded tuft cone with sparse vegetation, allows limited visitors. Explore steep trails to its crater rim, spotting Blue-footed Boobies, Darwin's Finches, Nazca Boobies, Short-eared owls, Galápagos Martins, Red-Billed Tropicbirds, and nesting Magnificent Frigatebirds along its rugged slopes.
, Chinese Hat
Chinese Hat, shaped by volcanic rock, offers limited visitor access for intimate wildlife encounters. Explore its Galápagos Sea Lion Colony,… Chinese Hat, shaped by volcanic rock, offers limited visitor access for intimate wildlife encounters. Explore its Galápagos Sea Lion Colony, spot Galápagos Penguins swimming nearby, and see vibrant Sally-Lightfoot Crabs against the striking dark volcanic rock backdrop.
Santiago Island, James Bay
Explore a blackened coastline with lava pools, caves, and wildlife-rich inlets—Spot Marine Iguanas, Sally Lightfoot crabs, Herons, Galápagos… Explore a blackened coastline with lava pools, caves, and wildlife-rich inlets—Spot Marine Iguanas, Sally Lightfoot crabs, Herons, Galápagos Fur Seals, and vibrant tropical fish. With thrilling snorkeling opportunities, this destination offers a captivating glimpse into the Galápagos’ extraordinary marine and coastal biodiversity.
Genovesa, Darwin's Bay
A coral beach with a 750m trail leads through vibrant seabird colonies. Discover a Red-footed Boobies Colony on the cliffs while Nazca Boobi… A coral beach with a 750m trail leads through vibrant seabird colonies. Discover a Red-footed Boobies Colony on the cliffs while Nazca Boobies, Great Frigatebirds, and Mockingbirds create a lively display, making it a birdwatcher's paradise.
Genovesa, Prince Phillip's Steps
A steep path winds through a lively seabird Colony to 25m high cliffs: Spot Nazca and Red-footed boobies, Great Frigatebirds, and more. Pass… A steep path winds through a lively seabird Colony to 25m high cliffs: Spot Nazca and Red-footed boobies, Great Frigatebirds, and more. Pass through a palo santo forest for breathtaking views of rocky plains and seabird-filled cliffs.
, North Seymour Island
North Seymour Island, north of Baltra, features flat terrain from submarine lava uplift, lush with Frigatebirds and Blue-footed Boobies. Exp… North Seymour Island, north of Baltra, features flat terrain from submarine lava uplift, lush with Frigatebirds and Blue-footed Boobies. Explore a 2km trail showcasing rocky shores, Galápagos Sea Lions, Marine Iguanas, and stunning Daphne Major and Minor views.
, Santa Fe Island
Santa Fe Island features a scenic bay with two trails—one to a cliff viewpoint and another to a tall prickly pear cactus forest. Home to uni… Santa Fe Island features a scenic bay with two trails—one to a cliff viewpoint and another to a tall prickly pear cactus forest. Home to unique Land, Iguanas, Lava Lizards, and snorkeling in a turquoise lagoon among playful Galápagos Sea Lions.
Floreana, Post Office Bay
Floreana’s iconic site blends history with charm on its picturesque white-sand beach. Experience the cherished tradition of leaving postcard… Floreana’s iconic site blends history with charm on its picturesque white-sand beach. Experience the cherished tradition of leaving postcards in a barrel and joining others in delivering cards to addresses near your home—a timeless exchange.
Floreana, Punta Cormorant
Cormorant Point features beaches of volcanic green olivine crystals and a trail with views of a flamingo-favored saltwater lagoon. The trail… Cormorant Point features beaches of volcanic green olivine crystals and a trail with views of a flamingo-favored saltwater lagoon. The trail leads to a white-sand beach where green sea Turtles nest, leaving fascinating tracks that mark their journeys.
Floreana, Champion Islet
It is near Floreana and offers outstanding snorkeling and diving. Explore Champion Rock’s drift dive, adorned with black coral bushes and Ye… It is near Floreana and offers outstanding snorkeling and diving. Explore Champion Rock’s drift dive, adorned with black coral bushes and Yellow cup corals. In this underwater haven, you can Spot Pacific seahorses and Green Turtles.
Santa Cruz Island, Charles Darwin's Station
The Charles Darwin's Research Station (CDRS) leads Galápagos conservation through scientific research and education. Visitors can explore na… The Charles Darwin's Research Station (CDRS) leads Galápagos conservation through scientific research and education. Visitors can explore natural history exhibits and witness the tortoise breeding program, learning about efforts to preserve the islands’ unique ecosystem and wildlife for future generations.
Santa Cruz Island, Santa Cruz Highlands
Discover a reserve where giant Tortoise thrives, grazing peacefully and cooling off in mud baths. This serene habitat invites exploration wi… Discover a reserve where giant Tortoise thrives, grazing peacefully and cooling off in mud baths. This serene habitat invites exploration with its lush greenery and hidden lava tunnels, offering visitors an unforgettable glimpse into the Galápagos' remarkable natural wonders.
Santa Cruz Island, Black Turtle Cove
Black Turtle Cove, on Santa Cruz Island's north, is accessible only by boat with a guide. This mangrove-lined inlet shelters rich marine lif… Black Turtle Cove, on Santa Cruz Island's north, is accessible only by boat with a guide. This mangrove-lined inlet shelters rich marine life, including Reef Sharks, Green Turtles, Raya, and birds like Brown Pelicans and Boobies, creating a breathtaking wildlife haven.
Evolution - 7 Nights 'In the Steps of Pirates and Darwin'
Baltra
Baltra Island, the gateway to the Galápagos, features a unique flat volcanic landscape and a rich history as a former US airbase. Explore wi… Baltra Island, the gateway to the Galápagos, features a unique flat volcanic landscape and a rich history as a former US airbase. Explore wildlife like land Iguana and Frigatebirds while enjoying scenic routes to nearby islands and breathtaking adventures.
Daphne, Daphne Island
Daphne Island, an eroded tuft cone with sparse vegetation, allows limited visitors. Explore steep trails to its crater rim, spotting Blue-fo… Daphne Island, an eroded tuft cone with sparse vegetation, allows limited visitors. Explore steep trails to its crater rim, spotting Blue-footed Boobies, Darwin's Finches, Nazca Boobies, Short-eared owls, Galápagos Martins, Red-Billed Tropicbirds, and nesting Magnificent Frigatebirds along its rugged slopes.
Isabela Island, Punta Vicente Roca
Punta Vicente Roca features ancient volcanic remnants forming turquoise coves and a sheltered bay. Famous for anchoring and exploring cliffs… Punta Vicente Roca features ancient volcanic remnants forming turquoise coves and a sheltered bay. Famous for anchoring and exploring cliffs, it’s home to masked and Blue-footed Boobies, Flightless Cormorants, and thriving marine life fueled by coldwater currents, ideal for divers.
Fernandina, Punta Espinosa
Punta Espinosa’s narrow stretch features black lava rocks teeming with Marine Iguanas: spot Flightless Cormorants, Galápagos Penguins, Brown… Punta Espinosa’s narrow stretch features black lava rocks teeming with Marine Iguanas: spot Flightless Cormorants, Galápagos Penguins, Brown Pelicans, and Galápagos Sea Lions. Discover diverse lava flows and explore lush mangrove forests, making this site a fascinating wildlife and geological marvel.
Isabela Island, Urbina Bay
Urbina Bay offers waters teeming with Green Turtles and Rays, and a short trail leads to a 1954-uplifted coral reef. Walk amid this unique c… Urbina Bay offers waters teeming with Green Turtles and Rays, and a short trail leads to a 1954-uplifted coral reef. Walk amid this unique coral bed while spotting Marine Iguanas, Flightless Cormorants, and Brown Pelicans in a one-of-a-kind natural setting.
Isabela Island, Tagus Cove
Located west of the island, this historic cove, named after a British warship, offers panga trips beneath towering cliffs. Discover abundant… Located west of the island, this historic cove, named after a British warship, offers panga trips beneath towering cliffs. Discover abundant wildlife, including Galápagos Penguins, Marine Iguanas, Sea Lions, and the iconic Blue-footed Boobies.
Bartolome, Bartolome Island
The Pinnacle Rock is Bartholomew's iconic tuff cone, formed from volcanic magma meeting the sea. Hike the wooden stairway to breathtaking pa… The Pinnacle Rock is Bartholomew's iconic tuff cone, formed from volcanic magma meeting the sea. Hike the wooden stairway to breathtaking panoramic views, where the islands display striking colors—vivid oranges, deep blacks, and lush greens—showcasing the beauty of the Galápagos landscape.
Santiago Island, Sullivan Bay
Sullivan Bay's lava field showcases intricate patterns from ancient trees and hornitos. Amid this harsh terrain, mollugo and lava cactus per… Sullivan Bay's lava field showcases intricate patterns from ancient trees and hornitos. Amid this harsh terrain, mollugo and lava cactus persist. Black and white Oystercatchers hunt crabs and mollusks in tide pools along the shore, highlighting its remarkable natural diversity.
Santa Cruz Island, Las Bachas
Las Bachas Beach on Santa Cruz's north shore in the Galápagos Islands. Offers breathtaking wildlife, including American Flamingos, nesting G… Las Bachas Beach on Santa Cruz's north shore in the Galápagos Islands. Offers breathtaking wildlife, including American Flamingos, nesting Grenn Turtlea, serene beaches, and a historic WWII USA floating pier. —an unforgettable destination for nature enthusiasts and history lovers alike.
, Rabida Island
Rabida Island features a striking reddish beach and volcanic terrain. It also features a Galápagos Sea Lion Colony, diverse land birds like … Rabida Island features a striking reddish beach and volcanic terrain. It also features a Galápagos Sea Lion Colony, diverse land birds like Finches and Yellow Warblers, a briny lagoon with American Flamingos and white-cheeked Pintail Ducks, and excellent snorkeling among vibrant reef fish.
Santa Cruz Island, Charles Darwin's Station
The Charles Darwin's Research Station (CDRS) leads Galápagos conservation through scientific research and education. Visitors can explore na… The Charles Darwin's Research Station (CDRS) leads Galápagos conservation through scientific research and education. Visitors can explore natural history exhibits and witness the tortoise breeding program, learning about efforts to preserve the islands’ unique ecosystem and wildlife for future generations.
Santa Cruz Island, Santa Cruz Highlands
Discover a reserve where giant Tortoise thrives, grazing peacefully and cooling off in mud baths. This serene habitat invites exploration wi… Discover a reserve where giant Tortoise thrives, grazing peacefully and cooling off in mud baths. This serene habitat invites exploration with its lush greenery and hidden lava tunnels, offering visitors an unforgettable glimpse into the Galápagos' remarkable natural wonders.
Española, Punta Suarez
Española Island boasts rich wildlife diversity, featuring five species of nesting seabirds, Bold Española mockingbirds, Galápagos Doves, Gal… Española Island boasts rich wildlife diversity, featuring five species of nesting seabirds, Bold Española mockingbirds, Galápagos Doves, Galápagos Hawks, Marine Iguanas, and oversized lava lizards. Its stunning cliffs and sandy or pebble beaches make it a unique natural haven.
Española, Gardner Bay
Gardner Bay features a stunning turquoise beach, ideal for snorkeling among fish, Turtle, and Sharks. Enjoy encounters with the transient Se… Gardner Bay features a stunning turquoise beach, ideal for snorkeling among fish, Turtle, and Sharks. Enjoy encounters with the transient Sea Lion Colony and spot unique birds like endemic Hood-mockingbirds and various Darwin's Finches in this vibrant coastal paradise.
San Cristobal Island, Interpretation Center
The Galápagos National Park Interpretation Centre features interactive exhibits exploring the history and biodiversity of the Galápagos Isla… The Galápagos National Park Interpretation Centre features interactive exhibits exploring the history and biodiversity of the Galápagos Islands. In this fascinating educational experience, enjoy a self-guided walking tour that highlights the relationship between nature, humankind, and conservation.
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Full Technical Details
Technical details & deck
The Evolution motor yacht delivers an exclusive Galapagos cruise experience with modern luxury. Built in 1979 and beautifully renovated in 2017, this 192 ft vessel with a 29 ft beam hosts up to 32 guests. Cruising at 12 knots, the Evolution motor yacht combines spacious comfort, elegance, and outstanding amenities for an unforgettable adventure in the Galapagos Islands.
- Type
- Small Yacht
- Year of construction
- 1979
- Guest Capacity
- 32 Guests
- Length
- 192 ft (59 m)
- Beam
- 29 ft (9 m)
- Speed
- 12 knots
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