GALAPAGOS EXPLORER
124' Ft
$155,000 - $165,850 / per Week
Summer Base Port:
Baltra
Winter Base Port:
Baltra
Price: $155,000 - $165,850 / Per Week
Length: 124' Ft
Guests: 12
Speed: 12 Knots
Cabins: 6
Build year: 1987
Refit year: 2024
Crew: 12
King Cabin: 1
Queen Cabin: 2
Double Cabin: 5
Twin Cabin: 1
Single Cabin: 0
Pullman Cabin: 0
About GALAPAGOS EXPLORER
Fresh from a full refit, 38m GALAPAGOS EXPLORER is now available for charter. She is an intimate luxury yacht, purpose-built for exploring one of the planet’s most extraordinary destinations.
With accommodation for 12 guests, and a high crew-to-guest ratio they deliver tailored dining, thoughtful excursions, and a level of personal attention that consistently outpaces expectation.
Multiple indoor and outdoor dining and lounge spaces give guests plenty of room to relax and regroup after the days excursions, while the upper-deck sundeck, complete with hot tub and cushioned loungers, sets the scene for unwinding after close encounters with the islands’ marine life.
Six well appointed cabins, each with either portholes or windows, are finished with modern detailing and high attention to detail. Generous floor-to-ceiling windows throughout the main guest areas flood the interior with natural light and frame uninterrupted views of the shifting landscapes and wildlife outside.
Led by two specially trained naturalist guides, guests gain rare access to iconic and endemic species, from giant tortoises and blue-footed boobies to schools of fish and hammerhead sharks in waters known for remarkable biodiversity. Whether hiking volcanic terrain or snorkelling in pristine shallows, every journey aboard GALAPAGOS EXPLORER becomes an immersive and luxurious adventure.
With accommodation for 12 guests, and a high crew-to-guest ratio they deliver tailored dining, thoughtful excursions, and a level of personal attention that consistently outpaces expectation.
Multiple indoor and outdoor dining and lounge spaces give guests plenty of room to relax and regroup after the days excursions, while the upper-deck sundeck, complete with hot tub and cushioned loungers, sets the scene for unwinding after close encounters with the islands’ marine life.
Six well appointed cabins, each with either portholes or windows, are finished with modern detailing and high attention to detail. Generous floor-to-ceiling windows throughout the main guest areas flood the interior with natural light and frame uninterrupted views of the shifting landscapes and wildlife outside.
Led by two specially trained naturalist guides, guests gain rare access to iconic and endemic species, from giant tortoises and blue-footed boobies to schools of fish and hammerhead sharks in waters known for remarkable biodiversity. Whether hiking volcanic terrain or snorkelling in pristine shallows, every journey aboard GALAPAGOS EXPLORER becomes an immersive and luxurious adventure.
- Comprehensively refitted in 2024 to deliver modern amenities with a fresh, contemporary design.
- Transformative excursions with local expert guides
- Six spacious suites accommodating up to 12 guests freshly redecorated in natural colonial hues
- Spacious sundeck with Jacuzzi from which to admire the panoramic views
- Intimacy of a luxury yacht charter with an unrivalled experience package
- Luxury yacht offering with an elevated crew-to-guest ratio
- All-inclusive rate to facilitate bookings
- Impressive 3,300nm range
Rising steadily from deckhand to captain, Gonzalo brings experience,
focus and quiet assurance to every voyage. Responsible for navigation,
crew coordination and safety, he believes strong teamwork is the
foundation of a successful journey.
focus and quiet assurance to every voyage. Responsible for navigation,
crew coordination and safety, he believes strong teamwork is the
foundation of a successful journey.
Gonzalo Gorozabel Palacios
Captain
With nine years of experience at sea, Henry supports safe navigation
and smooth deck operations during both day and night voyages.
Beginning his career as a deckhand, he now plays a key role in safety
inspections, equipment maintenance and keeping shared areas orderly
and secure.
and smooth deck operations during both day and night voyages.
Beginning his career as a deckhand, he now plays a key role in safety
inspections, equipment maintenance and keeping shared areas orderly
and secure.
Henry Andrade
Deckhand
A seasoned seaman with nearly four decades at sea, Juanito brings quiet
leadership and steady dedication to his role. Born in Santa Cruz, his
maritime career began in 1988 on fishing. Since then, he’s become a
respected crew member valued for his discipline, teamwork and deep-
rooted love of navigation.
leadership and steady dedication to his role. Born in Santa Cruz, his
maritime career began in 1988 on fishing. Since then, he’s become a
respected crew member valued for his discipline, teamwork and deep-
rooted love of navigation.
Juanito .
Deckhand
Born and based in Ecuador, Joffre brings both experience and intuition
to his role on board. A certified helmsman and trusted presence on
vessels since 2007, he plays a key part in ensuring safe navigation and
seamless operations. From deck manoeuvres to guest support, his calm
confidence and maritime expertise help every journey feel effortless.
to his role on board. A certified helmsman and trusted presence on
vessels since 2007, he plays a key part in ensuring safe navigation and
seamless operations. From deck manoeuvres to guest support, his calm
confidence and maritime expertise help every journey feel effortless.
Joffre Lenin Magallanes Mayorga
Deckhand
For Xavier, the ocean isn’t just a workplace: it’s a calling. Based in Santa
Cruz, he brings hands-on skill, steady focus and a genuine love for
seamanship to every journey. With a background in vessel operations,
panga handling and deck maintenance, he’s a fast learner who thrives
under pressure and works best when part of a team.
Cruz, he brings hands-on skill, steady focus and a genuine love for
seamanship to every journey. With a background in vessel operations,
panga handling and deck maintenance, he’s a fast learner who thrives
under pressure and works best when part of a team.
Geoffrey Xavier Alay Herrera
Deckhand
Born and based in the Galapagos, Randy brings a strong foundation in
ecotourism and cruise operations onboard. With experience spanning
deck roles, park services and yacht coordination, he is driven by
precision, care and consistently high service standards.
ecotourism and cruise operations onboard. With experience spanning
deck roles, park services and yacht coordination, he is driven by
precision, care and consistently high service standards.
Randy Cordova Aguirre
Cruise Director (rotational)
Mateo celebrates versatility and dedication to life onboard. Having
grown through the hospitality ranks in the Galapagos, he balances bar
service with meticulous cabin care, ensuring both shared and private
spaces feel considered and welcoming.
grown through the hospitality ranks in the Galapagos, he balances bar
service with meticulous cabin care, ensuring both shared and private
spaces feel considered and welcoming.
Bryan Mateo Juela Reyes
Steward
Francisca approaches her role with care, attentiveness and a natural
sense of calm. Drawn to life at sea by a desire for balance and
connection, she creates a presence within the cabins that feel personal,
comfortable and quietly refined.
sense of calm. Drawn to life at sea by a desire for balance and
connection, she creates a presence within the cabins that feel personal,
comfortable and quietly refined.
Maria Francisca Rosales Bernabe
Stewardess
Chefcito leads the kitchen with creativity, discipline and pride. Trained in gastronomy and specialising in seafood, Mediterranean flavours and sushi, he crafts refined dishes that elevate the onboard dining experience.
Adrian 'Chefcito' Chauca Vasquez
Head Chef
With two decades of experience and a passion for modern cuisine, Chino is a calm and capable presence in the kitchen. From precise appetisers to perfectly balanced plates, he brings care, creativity and a strong sense of rhythm to every service. His culinary journey began humbly as a dishwasher. Today, his versatility and quiet determination have earned him respect in every galley he steps into.
Rodolfo Michel 'Chino' Amay Huacon
Chef