The Bonita Galapagos Cruise Tour
Step aboard the Bonita, a renovated family-class yacht offering an accessible and worry-free way to experience the Galapagos Islands. The Bonita delivers a relaxed and enriching cruise experience at an attractive price point. The cruise is ideal for adventurous travelers seeking comfort, safety, and authentic discovery.
Designed for an intimate guest experience, the Bonita offers cozy cabins, attentive service, and the expert guidance of a certified bilingual naturalist guide. WiFi is available onboard to help you stay connected as you explore this remote paradise.
Between excursions, relax on deck or in the comfortable indoor lounge. The ship’s chefs are dedicated to delivering a culinary experience that blends the bold flavors of Ecuadorian cuisine with international flair. Menus are tailored to accommodate pescetarian, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and other dietary preferences, all prepared to the highest sanitary standards.
Savor your favorite cocktails, local beers, or international wines while admiring the island scenery (beverages available at extra cost).
With a professionally trained crew, comprehensive safety features, and warm hospitality at its core, the Bonita invites you to experience the Galapagos with confidence, comfort, and character.
The Bonita Galapagos Cruise Accommodation
The Bonita Cruise offers a selection of cozy and flexible cabin options designed for couples, families, solo travelers, and small groups. All cabins include a large private bathroom, air-conditioning, and daily housekeeping for a comfortable experience between excursions.
Cabin options include:
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Matrimonial Cabins –
2 cabins on the main deck and 4 convertible cabins on the upper deck with queen-size beds, ideal for couples seeking comfort and privacy -
Twin Cabins –
4 convertible twin cabins on the upper deck and 1 twin cabin on the lower deck, perfect for friends or shared occupancy -
Triple Cabins –
2 cabins on the lower deck with a bunk bed and a single bed, ideal for families or small groups of three
All cabins include:
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Large private bathroom with hot water
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Air-conditioning
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Storage space and practical layout
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Clean linens and eco-conscious toiletries
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Daily housekeeping service
The Bonita Galapagos Cruise Tour Summary
Each day, the Bonita Cruise invites you to experience the Galapagos Islands through a variety of guided activities designed to immerse you in the region’s extraordinary wildlife and landscapes.
Explore volcanic trails on daily hikes led by a certified naturalist guide, where you’ll encounter native flora and fauna unique to each island. Snorkeling excursions—complete with fins, masks, and wetsuits—allow you to safely discover colorful reef fish, sea turtles, and other marine life beneath the surface. Scenic panga rides bring you up close to mangroves, rocky coastlines, and nesting seabirds for incredible wildlife encounters. For those seeking a more active experience, kayaks and paddleboards are available to navigate calm waters in designated areas, always under the supervision of onboard staff for your safety and comfort.
Video Introduction
Tour Info
- Focus Area: Galapagos National Park
- Duration: 5 & 7 days
- Start Point: Baltra Island / San Cristobal
- End Point: Baltra Island / San Cristobal
The Bonita Galapagos Cruise Itinerary
Enjoy a guided walk through arid landscapes home to the island’s only population of Galapagos land iguanas, a species brought back from the brink of extinction. Visit a small saltwater lagoon frequented by flamingos, pintails, and stilts.
Later, snorkel in calm waters alongside surgeonfish, parrotfish, and the occasional reef shark or ray.
Highlights: Land iguanas, flamingos, Darwin finches, snorkeling with tropical fish
Activities: Dry landing, guided hike, snorkeling
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
In the afternoon, explore the rugged coastline of Puerto Egas, a former settlement rich in wildlife. Follow a coastal trail to observe marine iguanas, fur seals, oystercatchers, and herons.
Snorkel off the beach to encounter reef sharks, turtles, and playful sea lions.
Highlights: Hawks, herons, fur seals, marine iguanas, snorkeling with sea lions
Activities: Panga ride, wet landing, guided hikes, snorkeling
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
In the afternoon, land at Espinoza Point, one of the richest wildlife sites in the Galapagos. Walk past hundreds of marine iguanas, see nesting cormorants and sea lions playing in tide pools.
Snorkel the nutrient-rich waters where you might see penguins, sea turtles, and marine iguanas feeding underwater.
Highlights: Penguins, marine iguanas, flightless cormorants, snorkeling with sea turtles
Activities: Panga ride, dry landing, guided hikes, snorkeling
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
In the afternoon, follow in Darwin’s footsteps at Tagus Cove. Hike through Palo Santo forests for panoramic views of Darwin’s Lake, and explore the shoreline by dinghy in search of penguins, marine iguanas, and the rare Galapagos martin.
Snorkel among anchovy schools, often attracting penguins and cormorants chasing fish.
Highlights: Giant tortoises, penguins, land iguanas, snorkel with marine life
Activities: Wet and dry landings, guided hikes, snorkeling, panga ride
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
In the afternoon, explore the surreal lava landscapes of Moreno Point. Amidst volcanic rock, find tranquil lagoons where flamingos, ducks, and herons thrive. Snorkel along the rocky shore in search of cormorants, sea turtles, and even seahorses.
Highlights: Flamingos, penguins, lava fields, snorkeling with reef fish
Activities: Panga ride, dry landing, guided hike, snorkeling
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Later, head into the Santa Cruz Highlands, a lush contrast to the coastal areas. Visit a giant tortoise reserve where you can observe these gentle giants in their natural habitat, and explore lava tunnels formed by ancient volcanic flows.
Highlights: Giant tortoises, conservation projects, Darwin finches, lava tunnels
Activities: Dry landings, guided hikes
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Highlights: Scalesia forest, short-eared owl, volcanic geology
Activities: Guided walk, transfer
Meals: Breakfast
Rates & Inclusions
5 days / 4 nights
Cabin (Double Occupancy): $2,700
7 days / 6 nights
Cabin (Double Occupancy): $4,000
Notes
- Rates per person and based on double occupancy
- Single supplement 50%
- Round trip flight to Galapagos at US$ 450 per person
- Handling fee for not issuing tickets with cruise US$ 60 per person
- Christmas and New Year surcharge 50%
- Discount for charter 5%
- Discount for children 10% (between 6 and 11 years old)
- Group 7 passengers minimum, discount of 3%
Included
- Airport assistance on the cruise departure dates
- Transportation and fuel surcharge in the Marine Reserve of Galapagos
- Accommodation in single, double or triple cabin according to your booking
- Bilingual naturalist guide (English-Spanish)
- Personalized crew service
- All meals during the cruise, from lunch on the first day to breakfast on the last day
- One snack after each activity (except last day)
- Welcome cocktail
- Unlimited purified water, coffee and tea
- All visits, excursions & activities according to the itinerary
- Transportation Airport-Channel / Channel-Airport (Lobitos Bus)
- Docks use and ferries
- Snorkeling gear (mask, tube, and fins)
- Use of kayaks and paddle boards in authorized places
- Wetsuits
- Shampoo, hair conditioner, and soap for daily use
- Beach towels
Not Included
- International flights to/from Ecuador
- Galapagos Islands airfare from/to mainland (Quito or Guayaquil)
- Galapagos National Park entrance fee ($200 per person)
- Transit Control Card ($20 per person)
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance (highly recommended)
- Additional services not indicated
Operated By Galaxy Expeditions
About Galaxy Expeditions
Galaxy Expeditions operate a fleet of premium vessels in the Galapagos Islands, including the boutique Galaxy Sirius, elegant Alya Catamaran, eco-friendly EcoGalaxy, and the family-oriented Bonita Yacht. Their cruises range from luxury multi-day cruises to flexible day trips with Galaxy Daily, each offering comfort, exclusivity, and deep connection with nature.
With over 15 years of experience, Galaxy Expeditions creates personalized and immersive journeys across the Galapagos, Ecuador, Peru, and Colombia. Their vessels carry a maximum of 16 passengers, allowing for attentive service and minimal environmental impact.
Galaxy Expeditions promote sustainable travel through eco-conscious design, responsible operations, and respectful engagement with local communities. Their team ensures a seamless experience from planning to return, combining adventure, cultural connection, and environmental stewardship.
