Galaxy Stella is an intimate luxury yacht for just 12 guests, with classic wooden charm, a master suite, a sundeck with jacuzzi, BBQ and fire pit, and Starlink Wi-Fi. It sails 4, 5 and 8-day itineraries from Baltra and San Cristóbal. Cruises from US$3,600 per person.
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| Category | Luxury |
| Vessel type | Motor yacht |
| Capacity | 12 guests in 6 cabins, including a master suite |
| Crew | 8 crew members, a cruise director and a bilingual naturalist guide |
| Itineraries | A 4 days, C 5 days, B and C+A 8 days |
| Embarkation | Baltra or San Cristóbal airport, depending on the itinerary |
| Departures | Sunday and Wednesday, depending on the itinerary |
Cabins on board the Galaxy Stella
The yacht has 6 cabins for 12 guests. The master suite has a double bed, a large bathroom with a double shower and an independent study.
Galaxy Stella deck plans
Life on board
Guests share a main lounge, a dining room and a bar, and a sundeck with jacuzzi, BBQ area and fire pit. Starlink Wi-Fi is available on board.
Each day includes guided excursions with your naturalist guide: hikes, snorkeling, sea kayaking, paddle boarding and dinghy rides. Snorkeling gear, wetsuits, kayaks and paddle boards are included.
Galaxy Stella itineraries
- South (A), 4 days (Sunday to Wednesday): San Cristóbal (Lobos Island), Española (Suárez Point, Gardner Bay), Floreana (Cormorant Point, Post Office Bay) and Charles Darwin Station. Best for waved albatross (April to December).
- East (C), 5 days (Wednesday to Sunday): North Seymour, Santa Fe, South Plaza, Genovesa (El Barranco, Darwin Bay), Santa Cruz Highlands, Bachas Beach and Kicker Rock.
- Complete West (B), 8 days (Wednesday to Wednesday): Santa Cruz Highlands, Isabela (Las Tintoreras, Wetlands, Moreno Point, Tagus Cove), Fernandina (Mangle Point, Espinoza Point), Santiago (Buccaneer Cove, Egas Port, Sullivan Bay), Bartolomé, Chinese Hat, Dragon Hill and Black Turtle Cove.
- East + South (C+A), 8 days (Wednesday to Wednesday): the East and South routes combined.
See the day-by-day program and route maps in the Itineraries tab below.
Is the Galaxy Stella right for you?
- Small groups and families: only 12 guests, ideal for a private charter.
- Couples: a master suite and a sundeck jacuzzi.
- Connected travelers: Starlink Wi-Fi on board.
- Want to compare? See yachts and prices in our Galapagos cruises table or browse more luxury Galapagos cruises.
- Sister ships: Galaxy Sirius and Alya are good alternatives if your dates are full.
Frequently asked questions about the Galaxy Stella
How many guests does the Galaxy Stella carry?
Only 12 guests in 6 cabins, including a master suite with a double bed, a large bathroom with double shower and an independent study. A crew of eight, a cruise director and a bilingual naturalist guide look after the group.
Which itineraries does the Galaxy Stella sail?
South (A, 4 days, Sunday to Wednesday, San Cristóbal to Baltra), East (C, 5 days, Wednesday to Sunday, Baltra to San Cristóbal) and two 8-day cruises from Baltra, Wednesday to Wednesday: Complete West (B) and East + South (C+A).
How much does a Galaxy Stella cruise cost?
2026 rates per person are US$3,600 for 4 days, US$4,800 for 5 days and US$8,400 for 8 days.
What makes the Galaxy Stella special?
It is an intimate luxury yacht for just 12 guests, with classic wooden charm, a sundeck with jacuzzi, BBQ area and fire pit, and Starlink Wi-Fi.
What is included in the price?
All meals, snacks after activities, a welcome cocktail, purified water, coffee and tea, all excursions with a bilingual naturalist guide, airport transfers and VIP lounge access in Galapagos, the fuel surcharge, snorkeling gear, wetsuits, kayaks and paddle boards. Flights, the park entrance fee, the transit control card, drinks, tips and insurance are not included.
What our travelers say
Reviews from travelers who booked their Galapagos trip with Nature Galapagos & Ecuador on Tripadvisor.
Plan your Galaxy Stella cruise
As a local operator in Ecuador since 2006, 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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