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A luxury Endemic Galapagos Yacht Adventure – Our Little Gem!

Home » Blog » A luxury Endemic Galapagos Yacht Adventure – Our Little Gem!

29 April 2025

Some destinations deserve to be experienced properly – and the Galapagos is one of them. This isn’t a place for crowded cruise ships with rigid itineraries and limited exploration. The Endemic Luxury Yacht offers something entirely different: just eight suites, each with a private balcony, and an expert crew dedicated to delivering a seamless, immersive experience that brings your clients closer to the wildlife, landscapes, and stories that make the Galapagos legendary.

Over four nights, your clients will cruise through the islands, hopping into crystal-clear waters to snorkel with sea lions, kayaking past rugged coastlines where marine iguanas bask in the sun, and exploring remote islands where giant tortoises and blue-footed boobies roam freely. Between excursions, they’ll experience all-inclusive luxury on board – from gourmet dining to expansive sundecks with uninterrupted ocean views.

This is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure designed for discerning travellers – personal, exclusive, and worlds away from the standard cruise experience. Scroll down for the full details.

photo © Endemic

The Galapagos, exactly how you imagined it

The Galapagos isn’t just another wildlife destination – it’s one of the few places on Earth where animals haven’t learned to fear humans. Sea lions swim right up to visitors, giant tortoises roam freely, and blue-footed boobies perform their signature courtship dance just a few feet away.

This is more than just sightseeing – it’s an immersive, documentary-like experience. Clients can snorkel alongside reef sharks, kayak past nesting birds, and walk through volcanic landscapes that feel untouched by time. Each day brings a new island, a new ecosystem, and exclusive, up-close encounters with nature at its most extraordinary.

With small guided groups, they’ll experience it all without the crowds – whether that’s watching a frigatebird puff up its bright red chest or floating silently as a sea turtle glides past. This is the Galapagos done right: wild, intimate, and unforgettable.

photo © Endemic

A yacht designed for the Galapagos

Big cruise ships don’t belong in a place like this. That’s why the Endemic Luxury Yacht keeps things small, stylish, and perfectly in tune with its surroundings. With just eight spacious suites, each with a private balcony, your clients will have uninterrupted front-row views of the islands – without the crowds, queues, or noisy tour groups.

On board, every detail is designed for both comfort and adventure. The expansive sundeck is perfect for morning coffee with ocean views or sunset cocktails under the stars. The elegant lounge and dining areas create a relaxed, intimate setting, while gourmet all-inclusive dining showcases fresh, locally inspired cuisine. Between excursions, guests can unwind in the jacuzzi, soak in the panoramic scenery, or simply enjoy world-class service in a laid-back luxury environment.

With a yacht this size, the experience feels personal and exclusive. Whether your clients are chatting with the captain, getting insider wildlife tips from the crew, or watching the sunset from the deck with a cocktail in hand, they’re not just a passenger – they’re part of the journey.

photo © Endemic

A taste of Ecuador in Quito

Before and after their Galapagos adventure, your clients will have the chance to explore Quito, Ecuador’s capital – a destination that’s far more than just a stopover. Sitting high in the Andes, it’s a city of colonial charm, vibrant plazas, and world-renowned chocolate, offering a rich cultural experience to complement their time in the islands.

They’ll check into the Illa Experience Hotel, a boutique stay that feels more like a stylish home than a hotel, with warm service and a deep connection to local traditions. While in Quito, they’ll wander through the UNESCO-listed Old Town, visit the Middle of the World Monument to stand on the Equator, and enjoy a chocolate and wine tasting experience. To complete the stay, they’ll sit down to a patrimonial dinner, an intimate introduction to Ecuadorian flavours and heritage.

It’s the perfect way to bookend their trip, easing into adventure mode before the Galapagos and winding down with a little indulgence before heading home.

photo © Endemic

Tempted? Here’s everything you need to know…

M/C Endemic Galapagos Luxury Catamaran
Quito & Galapagos Islands – 7 nights from £8,950 per person

✔ 2 nights at Illa Experience Hotel (Bed & Breakfast)
✔ 4 nights aboard Endemic Luxury Yacht (All-Inclusive)
✔ 1 night at Illa Experience Hotel (Bed & Breakfast)
✔ Private transfers throughout
✔ Quito city tour, Middle of the World Monument, chocolate & wine experience, patrimonial dinner
✔ Galapagos migration card & entrance fees
✔ Economy flights with British Airways

Offer based on travel 10-17 October 2025 but other prices available on request.

 

Published: 29 April 2025 Posted Under: Blog

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