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&Beyond Galapagos Explorer, Isla Santa Cruz | Timbuktu Travel
Isla Santa Cruz

&Beyond Galapagos Explorer

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Named three years running in Travel+Leisure World's Best, including No.1 in 2024

About &Beyond Galapagos Explorer

&Beyond’s six-cabin expedition yacht, sailing week-long routes east or west.

&Beyond Galapagos Explorer is a 38-metre expedition yacht with room for just 12 people on seven-night voyages around either the eastern or the western islands, setting off from Baltra. Built in Italy in 1987, she’s since been refitted with an Ecuadorian designer, so expect natural materials, marine tones, carved canoe miniatures and old oars dotted about. Cabins and suites are spread over three decks, and up top there’s a hot tub and sundeck. Days are for snorkelling with sea lions, kayaking and hiking volcanic islands, with house wines and local spirits included back on board…

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Why we love it

Why we love it

Waking up anchored off a different island most mornings, with the panga ready and waiting.

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How to book &Beyond Galapagos Explorer

How do I book &Beyond Galapagos Explorer?

&Beyond Galapagos Explorer can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Ecuador trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Ecuador trips featuring &Beyond Galapagos Explorer or get advice and suggestions from one of our Ecuador specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.

Ecuador

Isla Santa Cruz

Adventurous activities and eclectic inland wildlife on the second-largest island in the archipelago.