Galapagos expedition cruises

Silver Galapagos

One of the largest ships in the Galapagos, Silver Galapagos has 45 cabins and can accommodate up to 100 guests. A luxurious and spacious yacht.

Class: Super Luxury
Style: Luxury expedition cruise ship
Passengers: 100 maximum
Length: 289 ft
Cruising speed: 17 knots

Cabin prices:
Service rating: 100
Guides rating: 100
Cabins rating: 100
Smoothness at sea: 100

Introducing 'Silver Galapagos'

Silver Galpagos accommodates up to 100 guests in fully air-conditioned suites all with panoramic views of the water and the choice of having double or twin beds. All offer a personalised butler service.

The spacious yacht also offers guests ample space to relax. There is a large piano bar, a further lounge a restaurant and also grill. Further amenities include a Fitness Centre, Jacuzzi, a massage room and a medical centre.

Silver Galapagos offers 2 itineraries which can be taken individually or combined, making 4 possible cruise choices.

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Starts on alternate Saturdays

Cruise Day 
1Arrive at Baltra Airport
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
2Escalera (Bartolome Is)
La Playa (Bartolome Is)
Playa Espumilla
3Punta Vicente Roca
Punta Espinoza
4Tagus Cove
Elizabeth Bay
5Post Office Bay
Punta Cormorant
6Cerro Dragon
Playa de las Bachas
7Baltra Quay
Los Gemelos (The Twins)
Charles Darwin Research Station
8Baltra Quay
Depart from Baltra Airport
Itinerary map for Silver Galapagos 'Itinerary A' Galapagos cruise

Highlights of the sites visited on this cruise

Galapagos penguin
Flightless cormorant
Flamingo
Darwin's finches
Galapagos hawk
Sea turtles
Marine iguana
Land iguana
Sea lion
Lava formations
Lava tubes

On board 'Silver Galapagos'

Cabins

Silver Galapagos cabin Explorer Suite

Explorer Suite

Number of cabins of this type: 19

Bed configuration: twin beds or a double bed, with extra sofa bed

Silver Galapagos cabin Silver Suite

Silver Suite

Number of cabins of this type: 4

Bed configuration: twin beds or a double bed, with extra sofa bed

Silver Galapagos cabin Terrace Suite

Terrace Suite

Number of cabins of this type: 2

Bed configuration: twin beds or a double bed, with extra sofa bed

Silver Galapagos cabin Veranda Suite

Veranda Suite

Number of cabins of this type: 12

Bed configuration: twin beds or a double bed, with extra sofa bed

Silver Galapagos cabin Deluxe Veranda Suite

Deluxe Veranda Suite

Number of cabins of this type: 8

Bed configuration: twin beds or a double bed, with extra sofa bed

Decks

Silver Galapagos deck Deck 6

Deck 6

(Deck level: 6)

Silver Galapagos deck Deck 5

Deck 5

(Deck level: 5)

Silver Galapagos deck Deck 4

Deck 4

(Deck level: 4)

Silver Galapagos deck Deck 3

Deck 3

(Deck level: 3)

Silver Galapagos deck Deck 2

Deck 2

(Deck level: 2)

Silver Galapagos offers guests a wide range of on board facilities including two jacuzzis, a library, and a spacious solarium for relaxing in the sun.

Inside the boat, guests can relax in the lounge or in one of three bar areas. Hit the Fitness Centre for a spot of exercise, or visit the Beauty Salon for some pampering. Guests can also book an indulgent massage.

The Restaurant serves a blend of international and Ecuadorian specialities, with complimentary wines and spirits to accompany the meals. There is also Medical Centre on board.

Meet and mingle with fellow travellers and your expedition leaders in the Piano Bar, where cocktails are served and views of blue seas and lava-rock landscapes are always on display.

 

 

The Naturalist Room

This room is designed for the ecotourist who is interested in being part of the long-term research programs developed by the various research organizations. Here you can help and work with our guides monitoring physical and biological process of the islands.

Lectures

In addition to the daily briefings, the expedition leader and guides also give conferences on natural history and culture.

Stargazing

The night sky tends to be cloudless and so offers a fantastic opportunity for stargazing. The crew offers nightly interpretation lectures on the top deck with visual aids to enhance the sightings.

Snorkeling

Snorkeling is avaialble nearly every day and generally takes place before or after island excursions. It is an optional activity and the boat's guides are on hand to prepare those wishing to take part. Snorkling gear is available on board.

Kayaking

Nature hikes led by our highly experienced guides, certified by the National Park of the Galapagos.

Maximum number of passengers

 100

Naturalist guides

 11

Crew members

 70

Overall length (ft)

 289

Cruising speed

 17

Gross tonnage

 4077

Draft

 14

Other technical information

Capacity: 100 passengers

Length: 289 feet / 88 mts

Gross Tonnage: 4,077

Beam: 50.20 feet / 15.3 mts

Cruising Speed: 17 knots

Crew: 70 (including Captain, and 11 x naturalist guides)

Type: Luxury Cruise Ship

 

This information has been provided by the boat operator and is subject to alteration

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Our prices

Prices are per person. The prices shown here are the current prices charged locally by each boat in their chosen currency. We charge our UK customers the equivalent price converted to British pounds at the current exchange rate. This protects you from currency fluctuations. You also benefit from our 100% financial protection and the knowledge that if anything goes wrong, or your plans change, our friendly experienced and resourceful travel specialists are here to help you.

Special offers

Special offers are often available (some are very generous) but they may only be open for short periods. Contact us to find out which offers available now.

Cruise Start date End date Nights Explorer Suite Silver Suite Terrace Suite Veranda Suite Deluxe Veranda Suite