Aida Maria Yacht 4-Day Cruise
Overview
Aida Maria is a hand-built wooden yacht made in the Galápagos with local timber, run by a family that has guided visitors here since the 1960s. She is a straightforward, friendly choice for travelers who want to cruise the islands on a budget.
Cabins are compact but have air conditioning and private bathrooms, and itineraries range from 4 to 15 days.
This 4-day, 3-night itinerary starts on a Thursday and visits Santa Cruz, Floreana, Española and San Cristobal.
Includes / Excludes
INCLUDED:
- Accommodation in your chosen cabin with private bathroom
- All meals from lunch on day 1 to breakfast on the last day
- Daily excursions with a certified bilingual naturalist guide
- Snorkeling equipment
- Purified water, tea and coffee
NOT INCLUDED:
- Galápagos National Park entrance fee (US$200, subject to change)
- Transit Control Card (US$20, subject to change)
- Flights to and from Galápagos and international flights
- Airport transfers in Quito or Guayaquil
- Wetsuit rental
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Tips for the guide and crew
- Personal expenses
Highlights
The most affordable way to cruise the islands.
Hand-built in the Galápagos by a pioneer family.
Cruises from 4 to 15 days.
Air conditioning and private bathrooms.
Boat: Aida Maria Yacht
- Motor Yacht
- Budget cruise
- Up to 16 guests
- 4 days / 3 nights
Prices per person
| Cabin | From |
|---|---|
| Standard cabin | $1815 |
Reference prices per person in a shared cabin, subject to availability. Ask us for the exact rate for your dates.
Cabins
- 2 Sun Deck Cabins (7 & 8) : bunk beds, with small windows.
- 2 Upper Deck Cabins (5 & 6) : bunk beds, with small windows.
- 4 Main Deck Cabins (1, 2, 3 & 4) : bunk beds, with portholes.
On board
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Toiletries
- Room towels
- Beach towels
- 110v Electricity point in cabin
- Safe deposit box
- Sundeck
- Lounge area
- Bar
- Reading Material
- TV/DVD
- Emergency Satellite Phone
- Wetsuits for hire
Good to know
- Single supplement: 80%
- Child discount: 20% (ask us about age limits)
- Day 1 and the last day are short: they are timed around flight arrivals and departures
- Itineraries, prices and cabin allocation may be changed by the operator or the National Park
Itinerary
Baltra, Santa Cruz Highlands
Post office Bay, Baroness Lookout, Cormorant Point, Devils Crown
Suarez Point, Gardner Bay, Gardner Islet & Osborn Islet
San Cristobal: Lobos Islet, Airport
Includes / Excludes
INCLUDED:
- Accommodation in your chosen cabin with private bathroom
- All meals from lunch on day 1 to breakfast on the last day
- Daily excursions with a certified bilingual naturalist guide
- Snorkeling equipment
- Purified water, tea and coffee
NOT INCLUDED:
- Galápagos National Park entrance fee (US$200, subject to change)
- Transit Control Card (US$20, subject to change)
- Flights to and from Galápagos and international flights
- Airport transfers in Quito or Guayaquil
- Wetsuit rental
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Tips for the guide and crew
- Personal expenses

