Archipel I Galapagos Catamaran – Mid-Range Cruise

Archipel I is a mid-range motor catamaran for 16 guests in 8 air-conditioned cabins with private bathrooms, all on the main deck. Its 11 m beam makes it very stable, and it sails two 8-day routes that can be split into 4- and 5-day cruises. From $2,156 per person.

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Archipel I at a glance

Cabins on board Archipel I

The 8 cabins are on the main deck and have a private bathroom with hot shower, air conditioning, a closet, towels and biodegradable soap, shampoo and conditioner.

• 2 double cabins with a double bed.
• 4 twin cabins with two beds.
• 2 twin/double cabins set up as you need.

Life on board

The sun deck has a solarium with loungers and open views, and the main deck has the lounge with bar and the dining area. The staff speaks English and Spanish. Snorkeling gear is included and wetsuits can be rented on board. Safety features include a satellite radio, depth sounder, smoke and fire detectors, an ABC fire control system, zodiacs and life jackets.

Archipel I itineraries

• Route A – 8 days (Monday to Monday): San Cristóbal (Interpretation Center, Frigatebird Hill), Santa Fe, South Plaza, North Seymour, Chinese Hat, Santa Cruz highlands, Isabela (Moreno Point, Urbina Bay, Vicente Roca Point), Fernandina (Espinoza Point), Puerto Egas, Rábida and Black Turtle Cove. Starts in San Cristóbal, ends in Baltra.
• Route B – 8 days (Monday to Monday): Las Bachas, Genovesa (Prince Philip’s Steps, Darwin Bay), Bartolomé, Sullivan Bay, Santa Cruz highlands, Floreana (Cormorant Point, Devil’s Crown, Post Office Bay), Española (Gardner Bay, Suárez Point) and San Cristóbal (Pitt Point, Witch Hill, Lobos Islet). Starts in Baltra, ends in San Cristóbal.
• 4 and 5-day cruises: each route splits into a 4-day leg (Monday to Thursday) and a 5-day leg (Thursday to Monday).

Routes A and B can be combined for a longer cruise. See the day-by-day program in the Itineraries tab below.

Is Archipel I right for you?

• Travelers worried about seasickness: a wide catamaran is more stable than a single-hull yacht.
• Short on time: 4 and 5-day departures every Monday and Thursday.
• Couples and friends: double, twin and convertible cabins, all on the main deck.
• Want more comfort? compare our first class Galapagos cruises.
• Comparing options? see the Galapagos cruises table or more mid-range Galapagos cruises.

Plan your Archipel I cruise

We’re in Quito and Galápagos, and we have been organizing trips to the islands since 2005. We help you choose the right dates, cabin and itinerary, and can add flights, hotels in Quito or a tour in the Ecuadorian Amazon or Andes.

Before you travel, check the requirements to enter Galapagos and our Galapagos packing list.

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