Discover the Galapagos islands
About Alya Galapagos Cruise
Step aboard the Beluga Galapagos Cruise, a premium first-class 110-ft steel-hull motor yacht crafted for intimate exploration with just 16 guests. Beluga features 8 well-appointed, fully air-conditioned cabins, each with private en-suite bathrooms and hot/cold showers. Panoramic salon windows and expansive upper decks—both covered and open—keep wildlife encounters and volcanic scenery always in view. Cruising efficiently at 12 knots, Beluga maximizes time ashore while offering a relaxed onboard pace between landings. All meals, snacks, and non-alcoholic drinks are included, with fresh flavors inspired by the islands. Free Starlink WiFi keeps you connected. Marine gear—snorkels, masks, 2mm shorty wetsuits, kayaks, and life jackets—is provided, so you can slip straight into the action. Thoughtfully designed itineraries reveal iconic sites and rare species, and routes can be combined for an unforgettable 15-day journey. With small-group flexibility, attentive service, and smart layout for comfort and views, Beluga delivers an authentic, refined Galapagos islands Cruise experience.
Category
Deluxe
Capacity
16
Cruise Type
Catamaran
Itineraries
5, 6 Days
Alya Cruise Itineraries
Discover curated routes that reveal the heart of the archipelago—from wildlife-rich islets and lava shores to turquoise bays—so every day feels new. Sail in comfort and style on a boutique Galapagos islands Cruise.
- Day 1 - Baltra Airport Arrival • Santa Cruz • Black Turtle Cove
- Day 2 - Genovesa Island • Darwin Bay • El Barranco
- Day 3 - Santiago Island • Sullivan Bay • Bartolomé Island
- Day 4 - Chinese Hat • Mosquera Islet
- Day 5 - Santa Cruz • Charles Darwin Station • Baltra Airport Departure
- Day 1 - Baltra Airport Arrival • Santa Cruz • Highlands
- Day 2 - Isabela • Moreno Point • Elizabeth Bay
- Day 3 - Isabela • Urbina Bay • Fernandina • Espinoza Point
- Day 4 - Isabela • Tagus Cove • Vicente Roca Point
- Day 5 - Santiago • Espumilla Beach • Puerto Egas
- Day 6 - Santa Cruz • Bachas Beach • Baltra Airport Departure
- Day 1 - Baltra Airport Arrival • North Seymour
- Day 2 - South Plaza • Santa Fe Island
- Day 3 - San Cristobal • Interpretation Center • Kicker Rock • Lobos Island
- Day 4 - Española Island • Gardner Bay • Punta Suárez
- Day 5 - Floreana Island • Cormorant Point • Devil’s Crown • Alieri Hill
- Day 6 - Santa Cruz • Highlands • Baltra Airport Departure
Why choose the Alya Cruise?
Choose the Beluga Galapagos Cruise for an experience that feels personal, unhurried, and deeply connected to the islands. From your first briefing to the last Zodiac ride, days flow with an expert rhythm—early wildlife outings, unspoiled beaches, and hikes where natural history comes alive through your guide’s storytelling. Snorkel with sea turtles, glide past reef sharks, and watch blue-footed boobies dive at sunset. On board, the atmosphere is friendly and relaxed, so it’s easy to trade sightings, review photos, and savor the day’s highlights. Itineraries of 6 or 8 days are thoughtfully curated to minimize backtracking and maximize iconic sites, while still leaving space for quiet moments that become your favorite memories. If you value meaningful encounters, smooth logistics, and a boutique Galapagos islands Cruise vibe—where every landing feels purposeful and every evening feels earned—Beluga is the smart, soulful choice.
Activities you enjoy on the Alya Cruise
Unforgettable activities turn your Galapagos journey into a once in a lifetime experience, creating memories you will always keep.
Close up views of endemic wildlife
Watch blue footed boobies, marine iguanas and giant tortoises in their habitats with respectful, guided encounters.
Guided hiking on iconic island trails
Walk lava fields, beaches and highlands as guides reveal geology, endemic plants and wildlife behaviors at every stop.
Snorkeling in crystal clear waters
Swim with sea turtles, rays and reef fish; easy entry from the yacht and support from naturalist guides for all levels.
Details of This Cruise
Review the cruise details and specifications to plan without surprises. Clear information puts you in control of your trip from packing to every landing, so you can enjoy with confidence from start to finish.
- Meals: From lunch on Day 1, until breakfast on the final day.
- Accommodation with private bathroom.
- Excursions as listed in the itinerary, with a certified naturalist bilingual guide (Spanish/English).
- Snorkel equipment
- Wetsuits
- Use of kayaks & paddleboards
- Unlimited purified water, tea, and coffee
- Soft drinks
- Welcome cotail
- Galapagos National Park Fee $200
- Galapagos transit control card $20 pp (subject to change).
- Flight: International Flights + Quito/Guayaquil - Galapagos - Quito/Guayaquil.
- Airport transfers in Quito or Guayaquil.
- Child discount: 10% (between 6-11 yrs old)
- Singles supplement: 50%
- Alcoholic beverages (there is a bar on board).
- Tips for Guides and crew.
- Any other personal expenses.
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning: central
- Toiletries
- Room towels
- Beach towels
- Hair dryer
- 110v Electricity point in cabin
- Safe deposit box
- Sundeck
- Lounge area
- Bar
- Reading Material
- TV/DVD - Communal
- Kayaks
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