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M/C Endemic, Isla Santa Cruz | Timbuktu Travel
Isla Santa Cruz

M/C Endemic

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

About M/C Endemic

A shiny, experienced explorer of the Galapagos that offers the best seat in the house.
Many say that cruising the waters of the Galapagos is the best way to experience the enchanting islands, and if you're on board the super-stylish M/C Endemic, we say that would definitely be true! The twin-hull catamaran is one of the newest vessels cruising the coast and its naturalist guides are well-seasoned and ready to share paradise with you. Sailing on the M/C Endemic is smooth as butter and you'll be able to soak up the scenery from every cabin and well-cushioned lounger. Of course, there's also snorkelling, swimming and exploring in a glass-bottomed kayak.
Isla Santa Cruz , Ecuador
From $2.5K per person/per night
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8 Rooms
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The property

All 115 feet of the vessel is chic and streamline, beginning with the Sky Deck, where you'll doze on striped loungers and soak in the hexagonal Jacuzzi, to the bar with its comfy low-slung tables and al fresco barbecues. The lounge, which features slate-grey couches, eye-catching paintings and an expanse of windows, is where you'll have your daily briefings, and just next door is the dining room, serving a varied menu of local and international fare.

The rooms

The M/C Endemic boasts eight luxury cabins, decked out with wood panelling, white linens, and sky-blue textiles. Each room has French windows opening onto a private balcony with a small seating area - and the most glorious views. The beds are King-size or twin, and all rooms have a sofa bed for children under 12. For families, the upper deck suites can be easily connected as well. Amenities include a hairdryer, satellite TV, minibar and plenty of hanging space.

Activities

The M/C Endemic explores the north, west, south and east of the Galapagos. Along the way, you'll have the chance to snorkel in increasingly beautiful locations, from the lively waters of Kicker Rock where sea lions, turtles and sharks are your companions, to the azure waters of Gardner Bay. During land stops, there are hikes across volcanic terrain, incredible birdlife to spot (blue-footed boobies and dazzling flycatchers are just a couple of names...) and visits to the Charles Darwin Research Centre, where giant tortoises roam.
Why we love it

Why we love it

The cruiser prides itself on having an almost 1:1 ration of staff to passengers, and it doesn't go unnoticed.
Insiders tip

Insiders Tip

Spend a little extra time in the briefing lounge to bone up on your Galapagos trivia - maybe you'll be next to spot a rare species!
Something to think about

Something to think about

Dinner is served at two long communal tables, so be ready to mingle. It's a given on a vessel this size.
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How to book M/C Endemic

How do I book M/C Endemic?

M/C Endemic 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 M/C Endemic 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.

How much does it cost to stay at M/C Endemic?

Stays at M/C Endemic start from around $2.5K per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

M/C Endemic

Ecuador

Isla Santa Cruz

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