Galaven Cruise Ship Review

The 27 meters Galaven is a small ship cruise exploring the wilderness of the Galapagos Islands. Built in 2000, the small ship offers 4 different itineraries, including two short ones and two week-long routes. The Galaven is classified as a mid-range adventure cruise in the Galapagos Islands.

Cabins

The Galaven can cater to a maximum of 20 guests on each voyage. There are 11 cabins on-board, all set for double occupancy. Indeed, each cabin comprises air-conditioning, a private bathroom and ocean view windows. First, the lower deck feature 4 cabins with twin beds and 3 rooms with one double lower berth and a single upper bunk. Secondly, the main features two double-bed cabins and lastly, the upper deck has 2 rooms with twin beds.

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Cruise ship features

The indoor dining room includes two massive tables, allowing guests to mix and mingle at meal time. Plus, there are big-sized windows in both the restaurant and the lounge area. Moreover, the outdoor covered lounge at the aft features couches and a panoramic side view on the Galapagos Islands. Also, head toward the bow on the upper deck to find a sundeck filled with loungers and a splendid view.

Galaven’s itineraries and activities

The small ship cruise offers two different 8 days / 7 nights adventure cruises as well as 5 days and 4 days excursions to discover the Galapagos Islands.

The activities are mostly snorkeling, kayaking, hiking and walking around the islands on the way. Indeed, the main draw of a Galapagos adventure cruise is definitely to experiment the outdoors in a place boasting unique ecological features! Plus, the bilingual naturalist guides will be leading the exploration and answering the questions along the way.

Itinerary A – 8 days / 7 nights

Itinerary B – 8 days / 7 nights 

South East Galapagos – 5 days / 4 nights 

East Galapagos – 4 days / 3 nights 

Cruise ship availability

The Galaven cruises are available year round, and you can combine routes for a longer stay.

Price starts at 1,9445$US for 4 days/3 nights
Price starts at 2,745$US for 5 days/4 nights 
Price starts at 4,045$US for 8 days/7 nights