Galapagos Cruise - Discover Central, North & West Islands in 8 Days aboard the Monserrat

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  Jeff

  Asked on August 5th, 2026

  We are 4 travelers interested in the Galapagos Cruise - Discover Central, North & West Islands in 8 Days aboard the Monserrat. We'd like to travel in early January 2027 (ideally sometime in the first week of January 2027). Could you please confirm if you expect to run this itinerary in January 2027, any provisional or typical departure dates for that period, and an approximate price indication for 4 people?

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    Via Natura EcuadorOperator•Written August 2026

    Following your request for a 8-days cruise( north and west islands) in January, I can confirm we do have 3 available spaces onboard Monserrat, the only option available is as follows:
    
    MONSERRAT YACHT
    Departure Dates: January 21-28, 2027
    Itinerary: 8 days
    Available Cabins: 1 Double/Triple Cabin on the lower deck
    
    Double/Triple Cabin on the Lower Deck Rack Rate: US$ 5,995.00 (Per Passenger) (3 spaces available)
    Fuel Surcharge (per guest) US $ 210.00
    Air Tickets: Ec-Gps-Ec: Economy: $600 USD
    US $50 non-issued air ticket fee
    
    Monserrat is a first-class yacht with luxury perks including intimate expedition groups (up to 8 guests) led by 2 top naturalist guides and a dedicated concierge onboard. Originally designed to accommodate 20 guests, Montserrat now hosts only 16 offering more intimate and spacious social areas including a Jacuzzi and 2 comfortable lounges on the sundeck.
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  Jose

  Asked on November 6th, 2025

  Could you please confirm: 1 Availability for solo female traveler – twin cabin share 2 Pricing for March 1–12, 2026 (or closest departure) 3 What is included / not included in the price (especially Galapagos flights, GNP fee, TCT, snorkeling equipment/wetsuit) 4 If possible — holding a place while I review the final quote

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    Via Natura EcuadorOperator•Written November 2025

    Cruise rate includes: Accommodation in cabin, Fuel surcharge, All meals on board, All activities and excursions, Snorkeling equipment and Wetsuits, Purified water, tea, coffee, Airport assistance, Use of Stand Up Paddleboards, Use of Kayaks, Cooking & Cocktail Demonstrations, Wifi. Cruise rate does not include: Air ticket to/from Galapagos, Galapagos fee, Galapagos Control Transit Card, Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, Travel insurance, Gratuities, Personal expenses, Single supplement
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    Jose

    Traveler•Written November 2025

    Could you please confirm which islands are included in this Itinerary C (Mar 2–5, 2026)? If possible, could you also let me know whether there are any longer Monserrat departures (6–8 days) around early March 2026 — ideally including Fernandina, Isabela, and Genovesa?
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    Via Natura EcuadorOperator•Written November 2025

    Itinerary C covers southern Islands. For March 2026, 8-day departures are fully booked. Found a 4-day itinerary Mar 19-22, 2026 covering Genovesa and Santa Cruz Islands. Ideal Itinerary would be D+A, as A covers Isabela and Fernandina Islands.
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    Jose

    Traveler•Written November 2025

    Could you please let me know if there's any D+A availability in late February or late March 2026? And if by any chance a cancellation occurs for early March, I'd truly appreciate it if you could keep me in mind and let me know.
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    Via Natura EcuadorOperator•Written November 2025

    Found a departure Feb 19-26, 2026 covering Itinerary D+A. There is a current hold on a single cabin until November 10. If this booking hold does not get confirmed I can place you on hold.
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    Jose

    Traveler•Written November 2025

    Would it be possible to extend the hold slightly beyond November 10, just to allow me a few extra days to finalize my travel plans?
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    Jose

    Traveler•Written November 2025

    Could you please send me the detailed day-by-day itinerary (landing sites) for this combined D+A departure, and confirm that it includes the following key locations: Genovesa Island – Darwin Bay and Prince Philip's Steps, Fernandina Island – Punta Espinoza, Western Isabela – sites such as Vicente Roca Point, Urbina Bay and Tagus Cove
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  Alexandra

  Asked on August 7th, 2024

  Does the boat have air conditioning

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    Via Natura EcuadorOperator•Written August 2024

    As per your question, yes! The boat has air conditioning.
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  Joe

  Asked on July 26th, 2024

  The only flight that I have tp purchase for this tour is the international flight to and from Baltra, Am I right? The 8 days will be land and boat transportations?

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    Via Natura EcuadorOperator•Written July 2024

    As per your question, indeed! You only need flights to/from Baltra.
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  Gregory

  Asked on October 9th, 2023

  Will there be wetsuits available on board to use during water activities?

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    Via Natura EcuadorOperator•Written October 2023

    Wetsuits are available in different sizes complimentary, on a first come first served basis.
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    Gregory

    Traveler•Written October 2023

    Do you have anything available between November 14-25th? I'm also wondering about the flight situation (mainland to the islands and back). Some of the tours you list include a mandatory flight charge and some do not.
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    Via Natura EcuadorOperator•Written October 2023

    We can issue flights for $525 per person, or you can issue on your own. We highly recommend you to issue our same operational flights so you do not lose connection with the cruise.
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  Ross

  Asked on June 29th, 2022

  Is the price listed for a single traveler having their own cabin? Will this cruise with a similar price be available in February and March 2023? What is the difference between this cruise and a cruise that costs $11,000 for a solo traveler? Does the cost include the Galapogos National Park entrance fees at each island? Is the extra airfare from Quito to Baltra? Does this cruise take precautions to be ecologically safe? Is the cruise focussed on the natural environment, land and sea?

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    Via Natura EcuadorOperator•Written June 2022

    Price listed are based on a double cabin, with 2 travelers. Solo travelers would have to pay a single supplement which is a 50% additional in order to enjoy the comfort and privacy of a cabin for yourself. We have super promotions at the moment! The price in 2023 for this 8 day cruise would be of $4490 on lower deck and $4780 on upper deck (50% single supplement not included). The Galapagos National Park entrance fee is paid only once, at the time that you arrive to Galapagos airport. You do not need to pay this fee at each island. Galapagos National Park entrance fee is not included, the cost of this is $100. Also, you have to pay the Galapagos Transit Card, which is $20. The extra airfare is round trip. It could be either from Quito or Guayaquil to Baltra and return. Monserrat was specially built to cruise in the Galapagos islands in the most comfortable way while providing the highest levels of safety and care for the environment. The Monserrat is a Naturalist Cruise that focuses on the land and marine wildlife of the archipelago.
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  Cristina

  Asked on January 10th, 2022

  We would like to book this trip with the 30% discount. However we have already our own flights booked from Guayaquil to Baltra. So we would like to book this tour for two people excluding the flights. Is this possible?

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    Via Natura EcuadorOperator•Written January 2022

    I deleted the air tickets from the invoice so you can book the cruise alone. Please, let me know if you have any additional questions or need any further assistance from me.