Cruise vessels in the Galapagos are generally categorized by cruise ships with a maximum of 100 passengers allowed, small luxury-class catamarans, and small yachts. They are frequently categorized by their price range as well. Most vessels, with the exception of cruise ships, carry 16 passengers which is the maximum number of guests allowed per naturalist guide onboard by the Galapagos National Park.

The second thing you should think about is how much you are willing to spend on a cruise. Columbus Travel offers a wide spectrum of different types of budgets from budget yachts, mid-range yachts, first class cruises, high-end yachts, and luxury cruise ships, as well as one day diving tours and liveaboard cruises. With Columbus, you’re guaranteed the best price since we negotiate volume discounts with each of the boat owners out of our Ecuador offices.

There are some variations in climate between the warmer and cooler seasons, and wildlife varies month-to-month, so choosing the best time to go to the Galapagos is important. For example, if you want to see the Waved Albatross, they arrive on Espanola Island to breed in late March, laying eggs from mid-April to late June. Chicks fledge between late December and early January. But the weather on the equator definitely is good enough to travel year round.

We get it. Most people only go to the Galapagos once in their lifetimes and booking with an agency that specializes in the Galapagos assures your trip will be a seamless, rewarding experience.

Columbus Travel can help you to make all of the above decisions and more. It is important not to feel overwhelmed by choosing your Galapagos experience; we’ll make sure that it goes as smoothly as possible.

Contact us today via e-mail, info@galapagosisland.net , or call us at the numbers below to speak with a Galapagos Destination Expert to start planning your trip today.