If you are looking into some Galapagos Cruises, Eden may be a great option for you. A good standard-level yacht for small groups with elegant cabins and a spacious deck for incredible views to spot the incredible Galapagos Wildlife. Eden offers different itineraries for different budgets and in various areas of the Galapagos. In this post, I will tell you all about it to help you choose the best Galapagos cruise for you.
If you are looking for a cruise to the Galapagos Islands I am going to help you find the perfect one for you. Besides offering some cruise options that I consider interesting, I also want to suggest how to actually seek one and what features you must remember to check out in order to land the perfect Galapagos Islands cruise.
In this post I will talk about Eden, a nice mid-range level yacht operated by the prestigious travel company G Adventures, specialized in adventurous trips and known for putting together group of travelers with the same interests and age groups.
G adventures have many incredibles tours all over the world and of all sorts, and in the Galapagos they have their own cruises for any budgets and length, including the Eden yacht.
You can go straight to the G Adventure Galapagos cruise page or you can read on about my tips on how to chose your prefect cruise.
Or you can book directly on Liveaboard.com
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What to look for, when deciding which among the many available Galapagos Cruises to book
I would suggest using aggregators such as Liveaboards.com or G Adventures where you can find many different cruises and compare prices and Itineraries so that you can easily find the best galapagos cruise itinerary for your needs.
Then look for the following parameters:
- Price per day
- length of the cruise
- Itinerary
- dates and availability
- type of cabin (remember that if you suffer for sea sickness you should choose the lower deck where you have a lower perception of the sea motion
- Check out the cancellation policy
- What is included in the cruise
- How many people maximum.
Check out my detailed post if you want to read my in depth guide to choosing the best cruise.
How to book Eden Galapagos cruises on G Adventure site: practical tips
Eden Galapagos Cruise: General Information
G Adventure Eden Cruise is available in different itinerary for different dates and price. But all the Galapagos Cruises on Eden, have the following features:
- Flights to and from Quito included + 2 nights in Quito at the beginning and end
- Non-flexible booking – regular cancellation policy applies
- Solo travelers can opt for sharing the room with another solo traveler to avoid paying a single supplement. You will be pair with somebody of the same genderlu
About the boat
Eden is a standard level relatively new yacht that caters to a maximum of 16 passengers to guarantee the best service and personalized attention.
Cabin choice:
- 3 upper deck twin share bunks,
- 1 main deck double
- 4 lower deck twin (lower berth) cabins.
Each cabin features en-suite bathrooms, storage space, and plugs for charging devices. There is ample room for relaxation aboard the Eden cruise ship.
- Daily housekeeping
- Aircon Cabins
- Warm Water Showers
Public space
- Audio & video entertainment
- Air Conditioned saloon
- Charging stations
- Indoor Saloon
- Main Deck
On the main deck, you will find the bar, lounge, and dining area, with a wraparound deck where guests can admire the spectacular views. On the upper deck, guests can enjoy the sun while relaxing in the lounge area.
Cuisine
The talented onboard chefs will serve up creative and delicious meals using an array of fresh ingredients. The meals are served buffet style and include varieties of local international cuisine with vegetarian options. Special needs are attended if timely requested upon reservation.
Activities
Eden yacht itineraries range from 7 – 17 days in length. Activities include snorkeling around underwater craters to see the incredible underwater life, hiking to stunning viewpoints, and visits to the Charles Darwin Research Station to spot giant Galapagos tortoises. Cruising is generally done overnight to allow more time mingling with the diverse Galapagos Islands life.
Snorkeling equipment, wetsuits, and beach towels are also included in the cost of the trip.
Eden Galapagos cruise - 6 multi-day itineraries for any budgets
G Adventures offer different itineraries for any budget and length, to explore various areas of the Galapagos Islands.
Here below I will share detailed information on each itinerary to help you choose the best Galapagos cruise itinerary for your needs.
7- day Galapagos Cruise itinerary - North & Central Islands - From $3199
This Itinerary includes a total of 5 cruising days where you will be exploring the coasts of Santa Cruz Island, San Bartolome' and Genovesa Island.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Spot Sally Lightfoot crabs on Bachas beach
- Marvel at birds gathering along Darwin Bay
- Snorkel alongside schools of tropical fish
- Visit El Barranco (one of two locations to see red-footed boobies)
- Walk on the volcanic formations on Bartolomé Island
- See giant Galápagos tortoises at the Charles Darwin Research Station in Santa Cruz Island
ITINERARY OVERVIEW
Day 1 - Quito
Day 2 - Quito/Baltra Island
Day 3 - Genovesa Island
Day 4 - Bartolomé Island/Sullivan Bay
Day 5 - Black Turtle Cove/Cerro Dragón
Day 6 - Santa Cruz Island/Quito
Day 7 - Quito
8-day Galapagos cruise itinerary - West & Central Islands - from $3649
This 8-day Itinerary includes multiple sites around Santa Cruz and Isabela Island, places that you wouldn't be able to see if you travel on your own. The Eden cruises around Isabela Island going through the Bolivar Channel where you will most likely spot a good variety of whales, including the killer whales. You will also get to Rabida Island and land on its red sand and back to Santa Cruz.
DIFFICULTY LEVEL/PHYSICAL GRADING: 3 - Average - Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Spot and snap photos of giant land tortoises on Santa Cruz
- Look out for Darwin's famed finches in Punta Moreno,
- Enjoy watching the flightless cormorants on Fernandina.
- Spot colonies of blue-footed boobies
- Watch manta rays and whitetip reef sharks swim in Tintoreras
- Take in views over saltwater craters and volcanoes on Isabela Island
ITINERARY
Day 1 - Quito
Day 2 - Quito/Santa Cruz Island
Day 3 - Isabela Island (Puerto Villamil - Sierra Negra)
Day 4 - Isabela Island (Punta Moreno - Elisabeth Bay)
Day 5 - Tagus Cove/Fernandina Island
Day 6 - Puerto Egas/Rábida Island
Day 7 - Santa Cruz Island/Quito
Day 8 - Quito
8-days Galapagos Itinerary - South & East Islands - From $ 3649
This 8-day Galapagos cruise itinerary will take you to discover the South and East Islands, including Santa Cruz, Floreana, Santa Fe' and Española San Cristobal. You will be able to see a wide array of Galapagos animal species, including the giant Albatros, from April to December) and the friendly sea lions.
DIFFICULTY LEVEL/PHYSICAL GRADING 3 - Average - Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.
HIGHLIGHTS
Spot marine iguanas in the lagoons of Floreana Island
Reef sharks in an underwater volcanic cone
Enjoy watching the friendly sea lions at Isla Lobos.
- See giant tortoises in the highlands of Santa Cruz
- Spot nocturnal barn owls
- Snorkel in Corona del Diablo
- Visit contrasting green and white sand beaches on Floreana Island
- See napping reef sharks at the bottom of Gardner Bay
ITINERARY
Day 1 - Quito
Day 2 - Quito/Santa Cruz
Day 3 - Floreana Island/Punta Cormorant
Day 4 - Punta Suárez/Bahía Gardner
Day 5 - San Cristóbal Island
Day 6 - Santa Fé Island/South Plaza
Day 7 - Santa Cruz Island/Quito
Day 8 - Quito
10-day Galpagos cruise Itinerary - East, Central, & West Islands - From $ 4599
This 10-day Galapagos cruise itinerary will take you to discover the East Central and West Islands, departing from Santa Cruz, sailing on to Isabela Island, Fernandina, Rabida. Your will enjoy spending time among the giant land tortoises on Santa Cruz, Darwin's famed finches in Punta Moreno, and colonies of friendly sea lions in North Seymour.
DIFFICULTY LEVEL/PHYSICAL GRADING 3 - Average - Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Visit friendly sea lions in Isla Lobos
- Spot colonies of blue-footed boobies
- Mingle with iguanas on Santa Fe Island
- Watch manta rays and white-tip reef sharks swim in Tintoreras
- Take in views over saltwater craters and volcanoes on Isabela Island
- ITINERARY
Day 1 - Quito
Day 2 - Quito - Santa Cruz
Day 3 -Santa Fé Island/South Plaza
Day 4 - Puerto Ayora
Day 5 - Isabela Island (Puerto Villamil - Sierra Negra)
Day 4 - Isabela Island (Punta Moreno - Elisabeth Bay)
Day 7 - Tagus Cove/Fernandina Island
Day 8 - Puerto Egas/Rábida Island
Day 9 - Santa Cruz Island/Quito
Day 10 - Quito
10-day Galpagos Cruise Itinerary - North, Central, & South Islands - From $4599
On this ten-day sailing adventure through the north, central and south islands, you'll have the opportunity to spot the Galápagos' most unique species. From the giant tortoises at the El Chato Reserve to the marine iguanas on Floreana Island, and the elusive red-footed boobie at El Barranco.
DIFFICULTY LEVEL/PHYSICAL GRADING 3 - Average - Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.
HIGHLIGHTS
- See nesting frigate birds and boobies in Darwin Bay
- Spot waved albatross at Punta Suárez (Apr-Nov)
- Witness sea lions frolic in Gardner Bay
- Excursion to see red-footed boobies (Genovesa Island).
- Hike to the Bartolomé Island viewpoint overlooking the famous Pinnacle Rock.
- Visits to Floreana and Española Islands.
- Snorkelling at Darwin Bay, Sullivan Bay, Gardner Bay, and Corona del Diablo.
ITINERARY
Day 1 - Quito
Day 2 - Quito/Baltra Island
Day 3 - Genovesa Island
Day 4 - Bartolomé Island/Sullivan Bay
Day 5 - Black Turtle Cove/Cerro Dragón
Day 6 - Puerto Ayora
Day 7 - Floreana Island/Punta Cormorant
Day 8 - Punta Suárez/Bahía Gardner
Day 9 - San Cristóbal Island/Quito
Day 10 - Quito
17-day Galapagos Cruise - Complete Galpagos - From $8399
This is the best Galapagos cruise itinerary, which I hope to do any time soon. It’s the most complete and it lasts 15 days. It includes all the highlights that you cannot see by daily tours of the Galapagos Islands such as:
Rabida Island
Genovesa Island - a remote deserted island that you can only reach by cruise where you can see the rare red-footed boobies, the mocking-birds, and flamingos
Bolivar Canal - between Fernandina and Isabela Island where you have great chance to see many whales of all species especially the killer whales, besides hammer sharks
This cruise will also stop by all the main islands, Santa Cruz, Floreana, San Cristobal and Isabela, but in exclusive spots that you wouldn’t be able to visit if you were to travel on your own.
OTHER HIGHLIGHTS
- Marvel at Bartolomé's dramatic volcanic features
- Watch as sea lions gather on Santiago Island
- Spot marine iguanas at Punta Cormorant
- See giant tortoises on the highlands of Puerto Ayora
- Get up close to blue-footed boobies in Las Tintoreras
ITINERARY
Day 1 - Quito
Day 2 - Quito/Baltra Island
Day 3 - Genovesa Island
Day 4 - Bartolomé Island/Sullivan Bay
Day 5 - Black Turtle Cove/Cerro Dragón
Day 6 - Puerto Ayora
Day 7 - Floreana Island/Punta Cormorant
Day 8 - Punta Suárez/Bahía Gardner
Day 9 - San Cristóbal Island
Day 10 - Santa Fé Island/South Plaza
Day 11 - Puerto Ayora
Day 12 - Isabela Island
Day 13 - Isabela Island
Day 14 - Tagus Cove/Fernandina Island
Day 15 - Puerto Egas/Rábida Island
Day 16 - Santa Cruz Island/Quito
Day 17 - Quito
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS CRUISE IS NOT AVAILABLE EVERY MONTH AND IT'S ALWAYS FULL. IT'S NECESSARY TO BOOK WAY IN ADVANCE!
I hope these itineraries inspired you to book your next trip to the Galapagos Islands! Please let me know which one you choose. And why. I would really love to hear from you.