The Monique Galapagos Cruise introduces a new standard of refined catamaran travel in the Galápagos Islands. Designed as a next-generation luxury vessel, Monique blends elegant contemporary design, environmental responsibility, and spacious comfort into an intimate 16-guest experience.
This high-end catamaran has been built with stability and panoramic visibility in mind, offering expansive social decks, open lounges, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Every detail — from cabin layout to onboard ambiance — has been curated to provide a calm, elevated atmosphere that complements the extraordinary landscapes of the archipelago.
With thoughtfully crafted multi-night itineraries and expert bilingual naturalist guides leading each excursion, Monique is poised to become one of the most desirable luxury options in the Galápagos fleet.
Monique’s accommodations reflect its modern luxury identity. The vessel features nine beautifully designed staterooms, including double cabins and a dedicated single cabin, allowing flexibility for couples, solo travelers, families, and friends.
Cabins are generously proportioned and thoughtfully arranged to maximize natural light and ocean views. Large panoramic windows enhance the feeling of openness, while select categories offer private balcony access for an even more immersive experience.
Each suite includes a private bathroom, premium finishes, individual climate control, and refined design details that create a serene retreat after active days exploring the islands. The combination of contemporary aesthetics and functional comfort ensures guests enjoy both style and relaxation throughout their journey.
Monique is ideal for travelers seeking one of the newest and most sophisticated catamaran experiences available in the Galápagos. Its modern design and intimate size appeal especially to couples, honeymooners, milestone travelers, and small private groups who value exclusivity and comfort.
The vessel is also well suited for guests who appreciate sustainability paired with high-end living. Those who prefer a balanced rhythm of meaningful excursions and elevated onboard relaxation will find Monique particularly attractive.
Travelers looking for rugged expedition intensity may lean toward more adventure-focused vessels, but for those prioritizing refined ambiance, space, and attentive service, Monique offers a compelling luxury choice.
Monique stands out for combining brand-new design with a highly personalized atmosphere. With only 16 guests onboard, service feels attentive and tailored, while excursions remain small and engaging.
Guests are drawn to the vessel’s spacious layout, elegant finishes, and seamless connection to the surrounding environment. Multiple observation areas, inviting social spaces, and a refined sundeck create an atmosphere where relaxation feels natural and unhurried.
As one of the newest luxury catamarans in the region, Monique offers travelers the opportunity to experience the Galápagos aboard a vessel built with today’s comfort expectations and environmental standards in mind.
A typical day aboard Monique begins with an early guided excursion timed for optimal wildlife activity. Whether exploring volcanic shorelines, snorkeling in marine-rich waters, or walking among unique endemic species, mornings are immersive and active.
After returning onboard, guests enjoy time to unwind — perhaps relaxing on the sundeck, enjoying panoramic views from the lounge, or sharing conversation over freshly prepared cuisine.
Afternoon outings offer additional exploration opportunities, followed by evening briefings that preview the next day’s destinations. The overall rhythm balances discovery and leisure, creating a journey that feels both enriching and restorative.
A full-week journey designed to showcase the ecological and geographic diversity of the Galapagos, combining varied island environments, exceptional marine encounters, and signature visitor sites of the western regions.
You will be welcomed at the airport, transferred to the M/C Monique, and in the afternoon, explore Las Bachas Beach on Santa Cruz Island, known for its white sands, sea turtles, snorkeling, and WWII remnants.
This morning, visit Rábida Island with its unique red sand beach, cactus groves, rocky landscapes, and dry-zone vegetation, where you may see brown pelican nests and flamingos in a nearby lagoon. In the afternoon, explore Punta Albemarle on Isabela Island, famous for its mangroves, WWII radar remains, and wildlife like marine iguanas, cormorants, and seabirds.
In the morning, visit Vicente Roca Point on Isabela Island for snorkeling and birdwatching in nutrient-rich waters, home to whales, dolphins, and sea lions. In the afternoon, explore Tagus Cove by dinghy for bird sightings and enjoy a short hike to panoramic views of Darwin Lake and volcanic peaks.
In the morning, visit Espinoza Point on Fernandina Island to see lava fields, sea lions, penguins, and marine iguanas through walking and snorkeling. In the afternoon, explore Urbina Bay on Isabela Island, known for its upraised coral beds, land iguanas, and diverse wildlife like giant tortoises and boobies.
Monday morning, visit Puerto Egas on Santiago Island for shorebirds, iguanas, and seals; in the afternoon, explore Buccaneer Cove on San Diego Island for sea turtles, sea lions, and seabirds via snorkeling and a dinghy ride.
In the morning, visit Bartholomew Island to see Pinnacle Rock, hike to the summit, and snorkel with reef sharks and penguins. In the afternoon, explore Sullivan Bay for snorkeling and potential sightings of penguins and green sea turtles.
North Seymour Island, named after Lord Hugh Seymour, is a low-lying, bird-rich island with blue-footed boobies, gulls, and frigatebirds, ideal for walking and snorkeling (easy). In the afternoon, Mosquera Islet, between Baltra and North Seymour, is a flat, sandy, trail-less island known for sea lions, shorebirds, Sally Lightfoot crabs, and excellent snorkeling to spot rays, turtles, and sharks.
Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station, which features an interpretation center, museum, library, and tortoise breeding facility for reintroduction programs. The activity involves an easy walking tour, and after the visit, you'll be transferred to Baltra airport for your flight back to mainland Ecuador, with assistance and farewell service at the airport.
This 7 night itinerary emphasizes dramatic volcanic formations, seabird colonies, and rewarding snorkeling sites, delivering a well-rounded immersion into the archipelago’s biodiversity.
After arriving at Baltra Airport and transfer to the M/C Monique, you'll visit the Charles Darwin Research Station and then explore the Santa Cruz Highlands to see wild giant tortoises and Galapagos birds.
In the morning, visit Post Office Bay to experience a historic mail tradition with activities like snorkeling and kayaking, then explore a lava tunnel; in the afternoon, see two beaches with green and white sand, and enjoy birdwatching at a flamingo lagoon with walking and snorkeling.
Visit Punta Suarez in the morning to see diverse wildlife like boobies, iguanas, and possibly waved albatrosses, with a moderate walk. In the afternoon, enjoy relaxing or snorkeling at Gardner Bay’s sandy beach, exploring vibrant coral reefs and marine life.
Start with the stunning Kicker Rock, a twin-peaked volcanic formation home to seabirds, then visit Witch Hill’s white sand beach and clear lagoon for swimming and snorkeling, with activities like sailing and walking (moderate). In the afternoon, explore the San Cristobal Interpretation Center to learn about the islands’ geology, ecology, history, and conservation efforts through exhibits and tours.
Start your day on Santa Fe Island with hikes and snorkeling among land iguanas, sea lions, and colorful fish; in the afternoon, explore South Plaza Island’s vibrant ground cover, lava formations, and seabirds.
Disembark at Darwin Bay’s sandy beach in Genovesa’s caldera, where male frigatebirds display and boobies perch; in the afternoon, visit El Barranco, a rocky stairway with bird colonies, lava plateau, and options for kayaking, dinghy rides, and snorkeling to see fur seals and sharks.
In the AM, visit Chinese Hat, a scenic lava-islet off San Ago Island known for excellent snorkeling and easy walks, with a maximum elevation of 160 feet, accessible mainly by Galapagos Cruises; in the PM, explore Dragon Hill on Santa Cruz Island to see thriving land iguanas, flamingos, and endemic birds, with a short hike to a viewpoint and snorkeling afterward.
After breakfast, explore Black Turtle Cove on Santa Cruz Island, a vibrant mangrove habitat with three species stretching nearly a mile inland, where you can spot eagle rays, mustard rays, white-ppre reef sharks, green sea turtles, and waterfowl like pelicans and herons while gliding silently on a dinghy; then transfer to Baltra airport for your return flight to mainland Ecuador with assistance and farewell.
This 5-day length itinerary visits the main sites of the eastern islands of the archipelago and provides great chances for wildlife reach snorkeling outings and hikes.
Upon arrival at San Cristobal Airport, you'll be greeted and transferred to the M/C Monique, then in the afternoon visit the San Cristobal Interpretation Center to explore exhibits on the islands' geology, ecology, and history, learning about unique species and conservation efforts through walking activities.
Santa Fe Island features Opun a cac forests, land iguanas, and great snorkeling with sea lions and fish; in the afternoon, South Plaza Island offers colorful ground cover, lava formations, and seabirds.
In the morning, disembark at Darwin Bay’s sandy beach in Genovesa’s caldera, where male frigatebirds display and red-footed boobies perch; activities include walking (moderate). In the afternoon, visit El Barranco (Prince Philip’s Steps), a rocky trail with Nazca and red-footed boobies, leading to a lava plateau, with opportunities for dinghy rides, kayaking along cliffs to see fur seals, and snorkeling to observe sharks.
In the morning, visit Chinese Hat, a scenic islet off Sanago Island known for its striking lava formations, easy to reach from Santa Cruz, and a top snorkeling spot with activities like walking, snorkeling, and kayaking; in the afternoon, explore Dragon Hill on Santa Cruz Island, famous for land iguanas, a saltwater lagoon with flamingos and endemic birds, and a scenic hike to a viewpoint, followed by snorkeling in nearby waters.
After breakfast, visit Black Turtle Cove’s mangroves and wildlife via a dinghy ride, then transfer to Baltra airport for your flight home.
A compact exploration that introduces travelers to diverse wildlife habitats and scenic coastal landscapes, offering a rich sampling of iconic Galápagos experiences in a shorter timeframe.
Upon arrival at Baltra Airport, you'll be welcomed and transferred to the M/C Monique, then visit the Charles Darwin Research Station with its breeding center, museum, and tortoise sanctuary, followed by an afternoon in Santa Cruz Highlands to see wild giant tortoises and local birds like finches, primarily through walking.
At Post Office Bay (AM), visit the historic wooden barrel used since the 18th century by whalers to exchange mail, a tradition you can still join today, and enjoy activities such as walking, snorkeling, kayaking, and exploring a lava tunnel (easy difficulty). In the afternoon, at Cormorant Point (PM), see two contrasting beaches—an olivine-rich green sand beach and a white “flour” coral beach formed over thousands of years by parrot fish—and visit a nearby saltwater lagoon that hosts one of the largest populations of Galapagos flamingos, along with stilts, pintails, and flycatchers, with opportunities for walking and snorkeling.
At Punta Suarez (AM), follow a rugged coastal trail through one of the most diverse wildlife areas in the Galapagos, where you can see Nazca and blue-footed boobies, mockingbirds, colorful marine iguanas, and—depending on the season—the world’s only waved albatross population (moderate walking). In the afternoon at Gardner Bay (PM), relax on a pristine white-sand beach with sea lions, and enjoy swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, or paddleboarding in turquoise waters near Gardner and Osborn Islets, where coral reefs attract tropical fish, rays, and playful juvenile sea lions.
In the morning, enjoy stunning views of Kicker Rock, a dramatic twin-peaked volcanic formation that serves as a perch for blue-footed boobies and frigatebirds, before visiting Witch Hill, a secluded white-sand bay with clear waters ideal for swimming or snorkeling and a calm saltwater lagoon offering marine-life viewing and unique perspectives of Kicker Rock (sailing, walking, snorkeling; moderate difficulty). After the visit, transfer to San Cristobal airport for your return flight to mainland Ecuador, with assistance provided at departure.
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Year built: 2026
Type: Catamaran
Category: Premium
Length: 33.96 mt / 111.42 ft
Beam: 12.9mt / 42.32 ft
Draft to Baseline: 2.5 mt / 8.20 ft
Crew: 9 crew members + cruise service officer + guide
Capacity: 16 passengers
Speed: 12 knots
Propulsion: 2 John Deere Tier 3 engines, 425HP each
Solar panels: 20 flexible monocrystalline panels, 500 watts each
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