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Three of the newer boats in the islands, the Origin, Theory, and Evolve are sister ships designed for a luxurious boutique experience. These 20-passenger Relais & Chateaux ships have 10 cabins with panoramic windows and feature spacious social areas, sun decks and jacuzzis, space for al fresco dining, a fitness center, spa, and a glass-bottom boat. Meals are planned and prepared by trained chefs, there is an onboard concierge for assistance, and the boats have an open bar policy. With two naturalist guides, Origin/Theory/Evolve offer some of the best guide-to-guest ratios in the islands. Excursions include snorkeling, hiking, kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding, and panga rides.
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We tailor itineraries to your dates and interests, adjusting hotels, excursions and length as desired.
We consistently receive 5 star reviews from our discerning clients.
Groups & Charters: This yacht is also available for private charter or for small groups of friends or family. Its 9 cabins can accommodate up to 16 people. Inquire for more details.
Available Activities (Depending On Itinerary)
Sunday Arrive to San Cristobal / Leon Dormido
Monday San Cristobal: Punta Pitt / Cerro Brujo
Tuesday Española: Punta Suarez / Gardner Bay
Wednesday Floreana: Punta Cormorant / Post Office Bay
Thursday Santa Cruz: Highlands / Charles Darwin Research Station
Friday Sombrero Chino / Las Bachas or Black Turtle Cove (Santa Cruz) / Bartolome
Saturday South Plaza Island / North Seymour
Sunday San Cristobal: Interpretation Center / Return to Mainland
Monday Genovesa: Prince Philip´s Steps / Darwin Bay
Tuesday Las Bachas or Black Turtle Cove / Cerro Dragon
Wednesday Isabela: Punta Vicente Roca or Elizabeth Bay / Urbina Bay
Thursday Punta Espinosa (Fernandina) / Tagus Cove (Isabela)
Friday Rabida Island / Puerto Egas (Santiago) or Black Turtle Cove
Saturday Santa Cruz: Highlands / Charles Darwin Research Station
Max number of passengers: 20, in 10 cabins
Prices 2026:
Included: All meals, guides & activities, soft drinks, juice, coffee and tea, select alcoholic beverages, use of snorkeling equipment, wetsuits, & kayaks
Not included: Park fees (about $220 per person), Galapagos airfare (about $600 per person), gratuities
8-day cruise:
$10,950 per person (double cabin)
$10,750 per person (triple cabin)
$19,950 per person (single cabin)
7-day cruise: Passengers can disembark on Saturday for a shorter cruise. No discount applies.
Children 17 years old and younger receive a 15% discount during non-holiday departure dates. One child per adult, limit 2 children per family. Limitations may apply. Not valid during holiday weeks.
Holiday Surcharge: $500 per person for Christmas and New Year’s departures ($10,000 for charters); the single rate has a 100% supplement
Charters: from $219,000 (8 days)
We loved the trip. The Origin and her crew were amazing. Truly a trip of a lifetime.
Wendy Papasan
Our boat, the Theory, was great as expected. Plenty of room for luggage and clothes, more than I expected. The entire crew was outstanding- from the guides to the chef to the support staff.
Wendy Morriarty
The Origin was a beautiful boat and the crew was superb, perfectly attuned to the needs of the passengers.
Taylor S.
The Origin was beautiful.
Wendy Leon
Find out why our discerning travelers consistently rate us with 5-stars.