Origin, Theory, Evolve
Why we recommend
The Origin, Theory, and Evolve, part of the Relais & Châteaux collection, redefine luxury Galapagos cruises. Hosting just 20 guests, these yachts offer Jacuzzis, Al Fresco dining, water activities like kayaking, and a fitness center. Ideal for couples, families, and small groups, they provide an exclusive travel experience blending elegance, adventure, and personalized service in the Galapagos.
- Stateroom with Large Panoramic Windows
- Relaxing Jacuzzis on spacious decks
- Relais & Châteaux Expedition Yachts
- Interconnecting cabins
- Two expert naturalist guides – one for every ten guests
- Fitness room
- Glass-Bottom Boat avilable on board
- Triple accommodation available on board
- Diving options available
Origin, Theory, Evolve description
The Origin, Theory, and Evolve are exclusive luxury Galapagos yachts, each hosting up to 20 guests. Enjoy Al Fresco dining, kayaks, paddle boards, snorkeling gear, and spacious sun decks with Jacuzzis. With extras like a wet bar, satellite TV, and a fitness center, these vessels offer the ultimate exclusive Galapagos cruise for luxury travelers seeking unparalleled comfort and adventure.
Cabins
There are 10 staterooms in all. Each includes spacious accommodations, air-conditioning, panoramic windows, and private bathrooms. In every cabin, there are two twin beds that can also be converted into king-sized beds. Two of the 10 cabins can be arranged to accommodate three people. Private bathrooms include many amenities such as a hairdryer, bathrobes, and biodegradable soaps and shampoos. Within the cabin, you will also find local artwork, fine linens, a safe deposit box, i-docking systems, and more.
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Origin, Theory, Evolve prices
| Accommodation | 7 nights |
|---|---|
| Deluxe Stateroom (Double) | $ 10,950 |
| Deluxe Stateroom (Triple) | $ 10,750 |
| Single | $ 19,950 |
| Suite | $ 21,900 |
| Charter | $ 219,000 |
Prices are subject to change without prior notice.
These rates are valid all year round, except for high-season departures.
Rates include
- Accommodation on board
- All meals while on board
- 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)
- Wetsuit
- Kayaks
- Paddle board
- — Welcome & farewell cocktail
- — All beverages including open bar
Rates don't include
- — Domestic flights to the Galapagos Islands
- — Galapagos National Park Entrance Fee
- — Migratory Control Card
- — Travel, cancellation and medical insurance
- — Tips and personal expenses
- — Premium Alcoholic Beverages
Itineraries/routes
Live the adventure of a lifetime in The Galapagos Islands with our cruises.
Origin - Western & Northern 'B'
San Cristobal Island, La Galapaguera
Discover the San Cristobal giant tortoise breeding program, where you can observe Tortoises} in a semi-natural habitat. Gain educational ins… Discover the San Cristobal giant tortoise breeding program, where you can observe Tortoises} in a semi-natural habitat. Gain educational insights into their origin, evolution, and the threats posed by introduced species in this unique conservation experience.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Santa Cruz Island, Dragon Hill
Dragon Hill, on Santa Cruz Island, features a hypersaline lagoon attracting American Flamingos, Pintail Ducks, and Stilts. Visitors can enjo… Dragon Hill, on Santa Cruz Island, features a hypersaline lagoon attracting American Flamingos, Pintail Ducks, and Stilts. Visitors can enjoy a short hike to stunning bay views and observe Land Iguanas nesting, making it a must-visit spot for wildlife enthusiasts.
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, 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.
Isabela Island, Elizabeth Bay
Elizabeth Bay offers rich marine attractions, including soaring Galápagos Hawks, schools of pompanos and dorados, and the largest Galápagos … Elizabeth Bay offers rich marine attractions, including soaring Galápagos Hawks, schools of pompanos and dorados, and the largest Galápagos Penguin Colony. For an unforgettable wildlife experience in the islands, explore the red mangrove cove, a vital fish breeding ground.
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.
Santiago Island, Puerto Egas
Puerto Egas, known for its black sand beaches and 1960s salt mining, offers an inland hike to a salt crater for birdwatching. Explore its ru… Puerto Egas, known for its black sand beaches and 1960s salt mining, offers an inland hike to a salt crater for birdwatching. Explore its rugged shoreline teeming with marine life, including Marine Iguanas, Galápagos Sea Lions, Galápagos Fur Seals, and Night Herons.
, 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, 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, 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.
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.
Origin - Southern & Central 'A'
San Cristobal Island, Cerro Tijeretas
Cerro Tijeretas, near the Interpretation Center, is historically significant as Darwin's landing site. It is home to iconic Frigatebirds and… Cerro Tijeretas, near the Interpretation Center, is historically significant as Darwin's landing site. It is home to iconic Frigatebirds and offers breathtaking views of white sand beaches and Puerto Baquerizo, making it a must-visit destination on San Cristobal Island.
San Cristobal Island, Leon Dormido
Kicker Rock's striking twin rocks host a thriving seabird Colony and offer exceptional diving. Discover reef fish, Hammerhead, and Galápagos… Kicker Rock's striking twin rocks host a thriving seabird Colony and offer exceptional diving. Discover reef fish, Hammerhead, and Galápagos Sharks, with occasional sightings of Rays and Green Turtles, making it a must-visit underwater wonder in the Galápagos.
San Cristobal Island, Cerro Brujo
Cerro Brujo boasts a pristine white-sand beach, turquoise waters perfect for snorkeling, and incredible wildlife, including Brown Pelicans, … Cerro Brujo boasts a pristine white-sand beach, turquoise waters perfect for snorkeling, and incredible wildlife, including Brown Pelicans, Blue-footed Boobies, Sea Lions, and Marine Iguanas. Its dramatic eroded tuff cone adds to the allure of this Galápagos gem.
San Cristobal Island, Punta Pitt
Discover unique wildlife on this island, home to endemic lava lizards, the rare Red-footed Boobies, and the Chatham Mockingbird. Enjoy breat… Discover unique wildlife on this island, home to endemic lava lizards, the rare Red-footed Boobies, and the Chatham Mockingbird. Enjoy breathtaking views from the highlands while spotting these extraordinary species in their natural habitat, exclusive to San Cristobal Island.
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.
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, Devil's Crown
Devil's Crown, a top snorkeling site, features a collapsed volcanic cone teeming with marine life like Sharks, Sea Lions, Green Turtles, and… Devil's Crown, a top snorkeling site, features a collapsed volcanic cone teeming with marine life like Sharks, Sea Lions, Green Turtles, and Eels. It's also a haven for seabirds, including Boobies, Pelicans, and Frigatebirds.
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.
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, 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.
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.
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.
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.
, 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.
, 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.
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 Origin (2016), Theory (2018), and Evolve (2023) are luxury Galapagos yachts designed for intimate, exclusive cruising. Hosting just 20 guests, each 142-ft yacht features a 27-ft beam and 12-knot speed. Enjoy Jacuzzis, Al Fresco dining, fitness centers, and water activities. These vessels blend modern design with unparalleled service, offering the ultimate exclusive Galapagos cruise experience for discerning travelers.
- Type
- Small Yacht
- Year of construction
- 2016
- Guest Capacity
- 20 Guests
- Length
- 142 ft (43 m)
- Beam
- 27ft (8 m)
- Speed
- 12 knots