Xavier Yacht, Galapagos Islands Ecuador, Galapagos Cruises, Galapagos Tours. The Xavier Yacht is a comfortable air-conditioned 72-foot motor yacht built to accommodate 16 passengers with 8 double occupancy cabins with either a window or a porthole, air conditioning and private bath. Our clean and comfy yacht is an Original Class boat, staffed with an exceptional crew, including a certified naturalist guide. The 2-level wrap-around deck is ideal for ocean views and relaxing in the sun, and there is both a bar and a dining room where all meals are provided.
Cruise Overview
Its two-level wrap-around deck offers excellent ocean views and space to relax, while the onboard bar and dining room provide a comfortable atmosphere between excursions. Snorkeling equipment is included, with wetsuits available for rent, and naturalist-guided itineraries showcase the wildlife and landscapes of the Galapagos.
Specification
Xavier Yacht Specifications
| Length | 86 ft |
| Beam | 24 ft |
| Speed | 12 knots |
| Crew | 8 |
| Level of Guide | II or III |
| Capacity | 16 passengers |
Snorkelling / Diving
| Snorkelling | Equipment included (mask, snorkel and fins). Wetsuits available for rent: $35 for 4–5 days and $45 for 8 days. |
| Diving Possible | No |
Itinerary
Itinerary “A” – 8 Days – 7 Nights
| Sunday | AM: San Cristobal Island: Airport and transfer PM: San Cristobal Island: Lobos Island |
| Monday | AM: North Seymour Island PM: Mosquera Island |
| Tuesday | AM: Santiago Island: Sullivan Bay PM: Bartolomé Island |
| Wednesday | AM: Santa Cruz Island: Charles Darwin Station PM: Santa Cruz Island: Highlands |
| Thursday | AM: Rábida Island PM: Santa Cruz Island: Bachas Beach |
| Friday | AM: Floreana Island: Cormorant Point PM: Floreana Island: Post Office Bay |
| Saturday | AM: Española Island: Suarez Point PM: Española Island: Gardner Bay |
| Sunday | AM: San Cristobal Island: Interpretation Center PM: San Cristobal Island: Airport and transfer |
Itinerary “B” – 8 Days – 7 Nights
| Sunday | AM: San Cristobal Island: Airport and transfer PM: San Cristobal Island: El Junco Lagoon |
| Monday | AM: San Cristobal Island: Pitt Point PM: San Cristobal Island: Kicker Rock |
| Tuesday | AM: Santiago Island: Espumilla Beach PM: Santiago Island: Buccaneer Cove |
| Wednesday | AM: Santa Cruz Island: Charles Darwin Station PM: Santa Cruz Island: Highlands |
| Thursday | AM: Chinese Hat PM: Santa Cruz Island: Black Turtle Cove |
| Friday | AM: Santa Cruz Island: Dragon Hill PM: Daphne Island |
| Saturday | AM: South Plazas Island PM: Santa Fe Island |
| Sunday | AM: San Cristobal Island: Interpretation Center PM: San Cristobal Island: Airport and transfer |
Itinerary “C” – 8 Days – 7 Nights
| Wednesday | AM: Santa Cruz Island: Airport and transfer PM: Santa Cruz Island: Charles Darwin Station |
| Thursday | AM: Rábida Island PM: Santa Cruz Island: Bachas Beach |
| Friday | AM: Floreana Island: Cormorant Point PM: Floreana Island: Post Office Bay |
| Saturday | AM: Española Island: Suarez Point PM: Española Island: Gardner Bay |
| Sunday | AM: San Cristobal Island: Interpretation Center PM: San Cristobal Island: El Junco Lagoon |
| Monday | AM: San Cristobal Island: Pitt Point PM: San Cristobal Island: Kicker Rock |
| Tuesday | AM: Santiago Island: Espumilla Beach PM: Santiago Island: Buccaneer Cove |
| Wednesday | AM: Santa Cruz Island: Highlands PM: Santa Cruz Island: Airport and transfer |
Itinerary “D” – 8 Days – 7 Nights
| Wednesday | AM: Santa Cruz Island: Airport and transfer PM: Santa Cruz Island: Charles Darwin Station |
| Thursday | AM: Chinese Hat PM: Santa Cruz Island: Black Turtle Cove |
| Friday | AM: Santa Cruz Island: Dragon Hill PM: Daphne Island |
| Saturday | AM: South Plazas Island PM: Santa Fe Island |
| Sunday | AM: San Cristobal Island: Interpretation Center PM: San Cristobal Island: Lobos Island |
| Monday | AM: North Seymour Island PM: Mosquera Island |
| Tuesday | AM: Santiago Island: Sullivan Bay PM: Bartolomé Island |
| Wednesday | AM: Santa Cruz Island: Highlands PM: Santa Cruz Island: Airport and transfer |
Itinerary “A” – 5 Days – 4 Nights
| Wednesday | AM: Santa Cruz Island: Airport and transfer PM: Santa Cruz Island: Charles Darwin Station |
| Thursday | AM: Rábida Island PM: Santa Cruz Island: Bachas Beach |
| Friday | AM: Floreana Island: Cormorant Point PM: Floreana Island: Post Office Bay |
| Saturday | AM: Española Island: Suarez Point PM: Española Island: Gardner Bay |
| Sunday | AM: San Cristobal Island: Interpretation Center PM: San Cristobal Island: Airport and transfer |
Itinerary “B” – 5 Days – 4 Nights
| Wednesday | AM: Santa Cruz Island: Airport and transfer PM: Santa Cruz Island: Charles Darwin Station |
| Thursday | AM: Chinese Hat PM: Santa Cruz Island: Black Turtle Cove |
| Friday | AM: Santa Cruz Island: Dragon Hill PM: Daphne Island |
| Saturday | AM: South Plazas Island PM: Santa Fe Island |
| Sunday | AM: San Cristobal Island: Interpretation Center PM: San Cristobal Island: Airport and transfer |
Itinerary “A” – 4 Days – 3 Nights
| Sunday | AM: San Cristobal Island: Airport and transfer PM: San Cristobal Island: Lobos Island |
| Monday | AM: North Seymour Island PM: Mosquera Island |
| Tuesday | AM: Santiago Island: Sullivan Bay PM: Bartolomé Island |
| Wednesday | AM: Santa Cruz Island: Charles Darwin Station PM: Santa Cruz Island: Airport and transfer |
Itinerary “B” – 4 Days – 3 Nights
| Sunday | AM: San Cristobal Island: Airport and transfer PM: San Cristobal Island: El Junco Lagoon |
| Monday | AM: San Cristobal Island: Pitt Point PM: San Cristobal Island: Kicker Rock |
| Tuesday | AM: Santiago Island: Espumilla Beach PM: Santiago Island: Buccaneer Cove |
| Wednesday | AM: Santa Cruz Island: Charles Darwin Station PM: Santa Cruz Island: Airport and transfer |
What’s Included?
- Transfers airport/yacht/airport in Galapago
- Airport reception and assistance in Galapagos
- Double or single accommodation
- Guided expeditions according to the itinerary
- Top bilingual National Park guide (English / Spanish)
- Cruise Service Officer
- Activity daily briefing
- All meals and snacks
- Soft drinks and juices
- Captain’s welcome and farewell cocktail
- Supplied expedition gear
What is not included?
- Round trip to Galapagos
- Galapagos National Park Entrance fee ($200 – subject to change)
- Transit Control Card ($20 – subject to change)
- Alcoholic and bottled beverages
- Gratuities for guide and crew
- Travel and health insurance
- Micro SD Card








