Explorer II (First Class)

This magnificent vessel more closely resembles a luxury cruise ship than any other boat in the Galapagos. There are fifty air conditioned suites over five decks, including four with small private balconies. It has all the facilities one would expect from a first class cruiser, including library, sap service, sun deck with plunge pool, a lounge bar and spacious dining area. It enjoys an excellent reputation for the quality of its guides and service.

Explorer II (First Class)

Yacht specifications

The average suite is 250sqft and offer: private bathroom with hair dryer and fridge, tv, movies, documentaries, telephone for national or international calls.
Internet wireless service on board.


The best suites are on the higher decks.

4 Renaissance Balcony Suites - Explorer deck

2 Renaissance Panoramic Suites - Erickson deck

12 De Luxe Suites - Erickson deck

13 Premium Suites - Marco Polo deck

12 Columbus Suites - Columbus deck

7 Columbus Suites - Magellan deck

Type: Cruise Liner
Accommodation: 50 suites
Crew: 70
Length: 290 feet
Width: 50 feet
Speed: 14.5 knots (Cruise speed)
On Board Facilities:

• Conference Room, • Piano Bar, • Library, • Coffee/Tea Station, • Naturalist & Research Center, • Solarium, • Wildlife Observation Deck, • Restaurant, • Jacuzzi Bar, • Boutique, • Elevator, • Medical Center, • Hull Stabilizers (to minimize ship’s rocking), • Jacuzzi, •Internet Center and wireless service on board

Explorer II itineraries

Combine this yacht with any mainland tours including the Amazon or Machu Picchu.

Call 0800 121 8104 for assisance or explore examples on our Galapagos itinerary pages.

  • Explorer II & Andean Markets
  • See Galapagos holidays

    Yacht route

    Saturday / Saturday

    Day 1 Saturday

    Baltra Island
    Dragon Hill (Santa Cruz I.)

    Day 2 Sunday

    Bartolome Island
    Puerto Egas (Santiago I.)

    Day 3 Monday

    Fernandina Island
    Punta Vicente Roca (Isabela I.)

    Day 4 Tuesday

    North Seymour
    Highlands & Lava Tunnels (Santa Cruz I.)

    Day 5 Wednesday

    Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
    (San Cristobal I.)
    Morning
    - La Loberia:
    - Isla Lobos:
    - El Junco Lake:
    - Interpretation Center
    Afternoon Cerro Brujo

    Day 6 Thursday

    Punta Suarez (Espanola I.)
    Gardner Bay (Espanola I.)

    Day 7 Friday

    Darwin Station (Santa Cruz I.)
    Rabida Island

    Day 8 Saturday

    Bachas Beach (Sta. Cruz I.)
    Baltra Island

    Itinerary variations:
    4 days Wednesday to Saturday
    5 days Saturday to Wednesday
    8 day Wednesday / Wednesday