Luxury Galapagos Expedition Cruise

Galapagos is a wonderful place to visit made even better by travelling with Ecoventura. On board accomodation, facilities and catering were outstanding. With so much wildlife to see, the naturalists from the ship were very knowledgeable and helpful in their explanations.

Just returned from two weeks on the Origin. I went with my two daughters, who are in their 50's. Our two naturalists, Billy and Katrina, and a third were fantastic. Hiking, snorkeling, kayaking, and zodiac rides kept us very busy. The staff, the crew, the chefs, and everyone else were truly amazing, All the animals and birds we saw were unbelievable. We were treated like kings. This is a fantastic company to work with if you are considering a trip to the Galapagos Islands. On a scale of one to five, I would rate them a seven !!

Our 8-day tour on the Evolve was the most fantastic trip! From the moment our naturalist guides, Karina and Malena, met us at San Cristobal airport, we were put at ease. The yacht staff was amazing - immediately remembering our names, dietary requirements, and preferences. The guides presented information with a perfect blend of expertise and humor that was appropriate for our group. The food and drinks on-board were of a very high caliber. We could not have asked for anything more!

My best vacation ever. The crew on Theory, and our guides Karina and Antonio, were fantastic and made everyone feel totally relaxed. The excursions were just incredible - the wildlife is as amazing as everyone says it is, and you really do get up close - such as having to carefully avoid stepping on the hundreds of marine iguanas. The pace of the vacation was full but not too much (and of course you can skip any excursion), with great support from the crew for things such as getting in and out of wetsuits, choosing the right cocktail for the occasion, etc 🙂 Thoroughly recommended.

We just got back from our trip on the Evolve and it was the most amazing trip!!! Honestly this crew absolutely blew away all my expectations. The crew was absolutely outstanding. They worked so well as a team and made everything wonderful. The food was AMAZING!!!! I really loved the Chef's choice selections. The Galápagos Islands are incredible. But seeing it this way with this company is definitely the best way to do it. Our guides, Billy and Jeffo are without a doubt the best guides in the history of the world. I learned so much and the way they showed us the islands was like magic. The daily excursions were amazing. 2 hikes a day and 1 or 2 snorkels a day. I swam with penguins, marine iguanas, sea lions, turtles, fish, sharks, rays, and the most beautiful fish. it was amazing. The small group atmosphere of the boat is what really makes it. We left with 13 new friends that I feel lucky to have shared this experience with. We all laughed together and adventures. We made sure everyone was seeing everything and having the best time too. I just wish the company had these cruises other places!!! I would do it all again!

Had an amazing trip aboard the Origin in January 2024. The Ecoventura crew was outstanding. They all worked together to make certain we all had an enjoyable trip. Everything was top-notch. Enjoyed all the activities and all that was offered on-board. Can’t say enough about the trip. I highly recommend.

This was one of the BEST trips we have ever taken, if not THE best. HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend Ecoventura to ANYONE going to the Galapagos. From beginning to end, the communication was fantastic, clear, and fast. Everything was seamless, from the airport pickup, to the hotel, to the flights, to the entire cruise and departure process. The cruise itself was delightful: lovely rooms with big windows over the ocean, AMAZING staff, fantastic food and drinks, and extremely knowledgeable guides (thank you, Jeffo and Pepe!!). We learned so much about the wildlife of the Galapagos and just had the best time ever. Oh, and the other guests were delightful as well. Thank you, Ecoventura!

The excursions were perfectly organised and accompanied by two sympathetic and knowledgeable naturalist guides (thank you Antonio and Pepe!). The cabins were comfortable and the food was excellent. Every single staff member was friendly and competent. It is hard to think of any negative points of this journey, which was worth every penny. A perfect holiday.

This trip was very thoughtfully and carefully designed. Each day was well balanced with expeditions -- hiking, snorkeling, kayaking. The naturalist guides were knowledgeable and helpful. We felt well cared for. The food was excellent and plentiful. The rooms were not large but were comfortable and well-maintained. The fellow guests were great -- relaxed and cheerful. It was a strenuous trip but definitely worthwhile. The ages of our group ranged from 8 to 70 and all had a good time.

We spent a week cruising the Galapagos with Ecoventura onboard the Letty, and it was nothing short of spectacular. The crew on the boat were beyond exceptional - especially our guides. They itinerary was incredibly well planned and thought out, and our guides did a great time making sure we were at the right place at the right time. From the guides and experiences to the food, drinks, amenities on boat, and friendliness of the staff, I can say that everything was 5*. The booking process was smooth and easy, and they even helped us ensure we had a special activity planned for an important personal day while on board. I'd give it more than 5 stars if I could. Thank you for an INCREDIBLE week. A small boat cruise like this is ABSOLUTELY the right way to tour the Galapagos. You'll leave changed forever. What an amazing place.

Just got off the Theory after a wonderful 8 day cruise through the Galapagos Islands. I had never been on a cruise like this and afterwards I can say it is the only way to see the Islands. Everything about the experience was top notch. The size was perfect with the ability to meet all the crew and passengers on board. Everyday was a new adventure and the professional guides explained everything about the wildlife and geology of the trips. All the Panga rides, kayaks, snorkeling, hiking and sight seeing was arranged so well. I feel I couldn't have seen anymore things then were presented to me. The Captain and crew were professional and saw to every need we had. The food was excellent and filled with many choices. After every adventure there were snacks and drinks to keep us filled up. There was nothing better than a hot chocolate after a morning snorkeling tour. The bar staff kept us hydrated with all the normal fare as well as specialty concoctions. The cabins were well sized and the staff would keep it spotless and cleaned up after every excursion we were on. Everything about this trip made it a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Having the trip arranged through Adventure Life (Thank you Erin Correia and team) also helped to make the trip to and from the Theory effortless. I was able to experience some of Quito before and after arriving to the cruise. Both Origin and Theory and Adventure Life made this all something I will remember always with a smile.

My daughter and I have traveled to more than 70 countries, and I must say that this trip is one of the most memorable that we have taken. We cannot thank the staff enough. They are genuinely kind and responsive, almost intuitive, to your every need. The yacht is beautiful and well-maintained. This is truly an all-inclusive trip which included all equipment that we needed for all the excursions and all meals. The food is delicious and plentiful. The itinerary is designed to introduce you to the animals, vegetation, and history of the islands (and none of this was dull or boring). The activities were exciting and a wonderful way to gain up close experiences with the wildlife. The guides were informative, warm, professional, and knowledgeable, truly exceptional in every way. Overall, I can't say enough about how much we enjoyed the experience with Ecoventura.