The Solaris Galapagos Cruise delivers a welcoming and flexible first-class small-ship experience in the Galapagos Islands, designed to make natural exploration accessible and enjoyable for a wide range of travelers — including solo adventurers. With a maximum of 16 guests, this mid-size motor yacht blends comfortable cabins, panoramic social spaces, and thoughtfully paced itineraries that showcase the archipelago’s ecological diversity without crowding.
Solaris is particularly popular among solo travelers because it offers solo-friendly cabins without single supplement fees, something that remains rare in the Galapagos cruising market. The yacht also includes double and triple accommodation options to suit couples and small group travelers.
Certified bilingual naturalist guides lead daily shore excursions, snorkeling, and panga rides to iconic visitor sites, making Solaris a strong choice for those who want a well-rounded, rewarding exploration with friendly service and a warm, social onboard atmosphere.
The Solaris Galapagos Cruise offers a mix of cabin types thoughtfully arranged to accommodate solo travelers, couples, and small groups. With a total of eight guest cabins distributed across multiple decks, each stateroom features a private en-suite bathroom, individually controlled climate system, generous storage space, and large windows that invite natural light and beautiful ocean views throughout your journey.
Cabin options include comfortable single cabins for solo travelers with no single supplement required, double cabins ideal for couples or travel partners, and triple cabins well suited for families or small groups. Ranging from approximately 12–23 m² (129–247 ft²) depending on the deck and configuration, every cabin is designed with comfort and practicality in mind, providing a relaxing retreat after each day of wildlife excursions in the Galapagos.
Xmas & New years surcharge $550 per person
Discount for children under 11 years old 20%
Single supplement does not apply for single travelers in single cabins
Xmas & New years surcharge $550 per person
Discount for children under 11 years old 20%
Single supplement does not apply for single travelers in single cabins
The Solaris Galapagos Cruise is ideal for a broad range of travelers, from solo adventurers looking for a premium experience without paying single supplements to couples and friends eager to share engaging wildlife excursions. It also suits small families or groups who appreciate flexible cabin arrangements and a comfortable social atmosphere onboard.
This yacht is especially well suited for travelers who value well-paced itineraries that balance active exploration with scenic cruising time. Guests who enjoy structured daily activities — such as snorkeling, coastal hikes, and panga rides — while still having time to relax, connect with fellow travelers, and unwind between excursions will find Solaris to be an excellent fit.
Travelers often choose Solaris for its inclusive pricing model, particularly the lack of single supplement charges, which makes it one of the most appealing options for solo travelers in the first class segment. Combined with double and triple cabins, this flexibility allows guests to tailor their trip without worrying about cost penalties tied to cabin occupancy.
Comfortable social spaces, including panoramic lounges, a shaded sun deck, and cozy dining areas, create an inviting setting for conversations, scenic viewing, and relaxation. The daily itinerary structure — led by certified bilingual naturalist guides — delivers rich context to each landing, making wildlife understanding as engaging as the viewing itself.
From visits to seabird colonies and marine iguana beaches to snorkeling among vibrant reefs, guests on Solaris consistently remark on the meaningful blend of exploration and comfort.
Life aboard Solaris moves at a comfortable, engaging pace. Most mornings begin with a naturalist-guided landing or water activity timed to peak wildlife moments — whether sea lion sightings, colorful reef snorkeling, or endemic bird observation.
Following morning excursions, the yacht sails to its next visit site while guests enjoy panoramic views from the sun deck or shaded outdoor lounges. Lunch and rest periods provide opportunities to relax or socialize, while afternoon activities may include additional hikes, kayak or panga experiences, or further snorkeling.
Evenings begin with a briefing on the next day’s highlights and end with dinner in a relaxed dining space that fosters shared conversation and exchange of daily sightings. This rhythm — balanced between discovery and downtime — makes Solaris especially appealing for travelers who want both structure and flexibility on their Galapagos journey.
This eight-day cruise explores dramatic volcanic landscapes and rich marine environments in the western visitor sites, including iconic stops on central islands. Expect volcanic terrain, endemic wildlife encounters, and abundant snorkeling opportunities that showcase the Galapagos’ ecological variety.
Baltra Island: Arrival in Baltra airport, and transfer to the boat to start with your Galapagos trip with the Solaris Yacht.
Bachas Beach: the turquoise waters make a perfect snorkeling experience near to sea turtles and sea lions.
Galapagos Wildlife you might see today: Flamingos, white-cheeked pintail ducks, and migratory birds.
Tintoreras: Close to the shore of Puerto Villamil, the islet of Tintoreras offers a nice snorkeling site to swim with penguins.
The Wetlands: The path through the wetlands consist of a series of lagoons for shorebirds to gather, especially flamingos. In the end, we will reach the breeding center to see giant tortoises in all life stages
Wildlife you might see today: White tipped sharks, sea lions, sea turtles, marine iguanas, rays.
Punta Moreno: The lava flows in this point have formed several lagoons for birds to gather. A beautiful landscape to take photos!
Punta Mangle: This site is a small inlet where you can snorkel and watch playful sea lions, penguins and flightless cormorants normally are seen here. Tagus Cove: This is an interesting historical point, whalers from past centuries have left their grafitties on the rocks and can still be seen today.
Wildlife: Flamingos, paint-billed crakes, white-cheeked pintails, giant tortoises, hawks.
Punta Espinoza: Grea place to see the unique flightless cormorant and snorkel next to penguins.
Punta Vicente Roca: The nutrients of the water in Punta Roca attract many species of marine life, even whales to feed around it.
Wildlife you might see today: Flightless Cormorants, Sally Light foot Crabs, Galapagos Penguins, marine iguanas, sea turtles, whales, dolphins, sea lions, tunas, Blue-footed and Nazca boobies, pelicans.
Espumilla Beach: This is a popular site to see the marine and land iguanas together. Buccaneer Cove: offers a great snorkeling experience along sea turtles, its name comes from the presence of British buccaneers taking refuge in past centuries.
Puerto Egas: The trail leads to the coastline with gorgeous tide pools and grottos full of unique Galapagos animals.
Wildlife: Flamingos and white-cheeked pintail ducks, fur seals, sea lions, sea turtles, rays, and sharks.
Rabida Island: It is one of the most colorful and volcanic varied islands in the archipelago as well as a great place for good snorkeling.
Chinese Hat: The clear waters make the snorkeling with sharks and penguins even more especial.
Galapagos Wildlife you might see today: Marine Iguanas, Blue-footed and Nazca boobies, Galapagos Doves, sharks, sea lions, penguins, and rays.
Charles Darwin Station: In the station we will learn about Charles Darwin work in the islands and current conservation efforts.
Santa Cruz Highlands: In the highest point of the island is possible to see the giant tortoises in the wild as well as panoramic views of the whole island.
Galapagos Wildlife: Vermilion Flycatcher or one of Darwin’s finches, Giant tortoises in the wild.
North Seymour Island: Here resides the largest colony of frigatebirds and there are also great chances to see marine iguanas. After this visit you will be transferred to the airport for your flight out and we will put an end to a great holiday on board the Solaris Yacht.
Wildlife you can see today: Frigate birds, blue-footed boobies, land and marine iguanas.
A comprehensive eight-day itinerary combining northern seabird colonies with eastern ecological zones. Guests encounter dramatic cliffs, rich birdlife, and scenic snorkeling sites, offering broad exposure to the archipelago’s most iconic ecosystems.
After your arrival at the Galapagos airport, you will be transfer to the Solaris Yacht for lunch and to begin with your itinerary.
Mosquera: The island consists is a long narrow stretch of white sand, rocks, and tide pools.
Wildlife you might see today: Sea lions, lava gulls, coastal birds, and Sally Light foot crabs.
Darwin Bay: The trail in the bay passes through many birds nest, the most representative species is the red-footed booby.
Prince Phillip's Steps: The way up to the cliff is totally worth it, it presents amazing views of the rocks and the Darwin Lake.
Galapagos Wildlife you might see today: Storm Petrels, Short-eared Owl, Lava Gulls, lava Herons, Swallow-tailed Gulls, Great Frigate birds and Red-footed Boobies.
South Plazas: has one of the largest populations of land iguanas in the Galapagos, it is easy to take amazing photos of this animals.
Santa Fe Island: The land iguanas take refuge in the huge Opuntia Cacti forest.
Wildlife you might see today: Sea lions, red-billed tropic birds and swallow-tailed gulls, marine and land iguanas.
Interpretation Center: Here we will learn about the conservation efforts running in the islands and we can see the different species of giant tortoises there.
Kicker Rock: Leon Dormido is by far a dramatic landscape, the two huge rocks emerging from the water also attract many marine species for a perfect snorkeling. Cerro Brujo: Witch Hill several species as sea lions and pelicans can be found in the area.
Wildlife: Ghost Crab and the Hermit Crab, Sea urchins.
Gardner Bay: the lagoon in this site attracts many shorebirds, and the green sand beach is unique.
Punta Suarez: This is the most popular site in the Galapagos, here resides a large colony of waved albatrosses.
Galapagos Wildlife you can see today: Nazca and Blue-footed boobies, Galapagos Hawks, Española Mockingbirds, Waved Albatross, sea lions.
Post Office Bay: A human historical point, the main attraction of the site is the barrel working as a post office to send letters home.
Punta Cormorant: Cormorant Point offers a trail overlooking a saltwater lagoon that is a favorite of flamingos. Champion Islet: a great place to dive along with sea lions and tropical fish.
Wildlife you might see today: Pintail ducks, stilts, Large-billed Flycatchers, Flamingoes, Rays.
Sullivan Bay: Here the lava flows and the white sand beach are next to each other and provide amazing photo chances
Bartolome: Definitely the best photo place in the Galapagos, it has fantastic views of the Pinnacle rock, a famous postal of the islands.
Wildlife: Green Sea Turtle, Galapagos penguins, Spotted Eagle Rays and Black-tipped Sharks.
Black Turtle Cove: Various species of marine life take refuge in the mangrove forest of the cove. Transfer to the Airport and end of your Galapagos Cruise tour with Solaris ship
Galapagos Wildlife you can see today: Sea turtles, lack-finned reef shark, the white-tipped reef shark, and the Galapagos sharks and more.
A popular mid-length program focusing on southern and central highlights. This route blends shoreline animal encounters, scenic coastal walks, and clear-water snorkeling in a compact yet comprehensive experience.
San Cristobal airport: Upon arrival a guide will meet you and escort you on a short bus ride to the Galapagos Solaris Cruise.
Interpretation Center: Here we will learn about the diversity of the Galapagos and the best way to conserve it.
Galapagos Wildlife you might see today: Sea lions.
Gardner Bay: we will see the visitors point from the beach, here is easy to spot the Española Mocking bird.
Punta Suarez: The most popular site to see the waved albatross. Another famous attraction is the magnificent blowhole, spurting water high into the air.
Wildlife you might see today: Nazca and Blue-footed boobies, Galapagos Hawks, Española Mockingbirds, Waved Albatross, sea lions.
Post Office Bay: The main attraction of the site is the barrel that reminds the old communication system used by the sailors in past centuries.
Punta Cormorant: The green sand beach and the flamingo lagoon are the highlights of this site. Champion Islet: abundant tropical fish make the swim experience more colorful.
Wildlife you might see today: Pintail ducks, stilts, Large-billed Flycatchers, Flamingoes, Rays.
Sullivan Bay: The black lava flow and white sand go along making an amazing landscape possible.
Bartolome: The best postal of the Galapagos is indeed the Pinnacle rock, don't forget your camera.
Wildlife you might see today: Green Sea Turtle, Galapagos penguins, Spotted Eagle Rays and Black-tipped Sharks.
Black Turtle Cove: The many mangroves here protect the marine life that congregates in the cove shores. After this visit you will have a transfer to the Airport.
Galapagos Wildlife you might see today: Sea turtles, lack-finned reef shark, the white-tipped reef shark, and the Galapagos sharks.
This four-day itinerary explores northern visitor sites known for seabird colonies, dramatic rock formations, and accessible snorkeling spots — a great option for time-limited travelers who still want meaningful wildlife engagement.
Arrival in Baltra airport and transfer to the boat, a short briefing on board about the boat and the Galapagos itinerary.
Mosquera: The island consists is a long narrow stretch of white sand, rocks, and tide pools.
Wildlife you might see today: Sea lions, lava gulls, coastal birds, and Sally Lightfoot crabs.
Darwin Bay: One of the only places where the red-footed booby can be seen. There is also many other bird species nesting in the area.
Prince Phillip's Steps: On the way to the cliff we will see the nests of the endemic birds of the area. The landscapes are perfect from up there.
Wildlife you might see today: Storm Petrels, Short-eared Owl, Lava Gulls, Lava Herons, Swallow-tailed Gulls, Great Frigate birds and Red-footed Boobies.
South Plazas: The site offers the perfect place to see the marine and land iguana at the same time.
Santa Fe Island: The massiva Opuntia Cacti forest in the surface of this island is home for many land iguanas.
Wildlife you might see today: Sea lions, red-billed tropicbirds and swallow-tailed gulls, marine and land iguanas.
Leon Dormido: Kicker Rock is a dramatic landscape formed by to huge rocks emerging from the water and providing an great snorkeling experience. Transfer to the airport for your last good byes and finish your Galapagos cruise tour on board of Solaris Yacht.
Wildlife you might see today: Ghost Crab and the Hermit Crab, Sea urchins.
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Year Of Construction 2019
Cabins 10 Cabins
Length (m) 35m / 115ft
Beam (m) 9.60m / 32ft
Electric Power 110 V / 220 V
Machinery 2 Three Engines – 360 HP
Speed (knots) 11 knots
Crew 8 experienced, trained and IMO-certified crew-members (International Marine Organization)
Naturalist Guide(s) 1
