Monique is one of the newest luxury catamarans in the Galapagos, for 16 guests, with hybrid engines and solar panels, a sky deck whirlpool, a panoramic lounge and an epicurean menu. It sails 4, 5 and 8-day expeditions from Baltra and San Cristóbal. Cruises from US$4,190 per person.
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| Category | Luxury |
| Vessel type | Hybrid motor catamaran with solar panels and three decks |
| Capacity | 16 guests in 8 Golden Staterooms, plus single staterooms |
| Crew | Nearly one crew member per guest, a Cruise Service Officer and a bilingual naturalist guide |
| Itineraries | 4, 5 and 8-day expeditions; combinations of 11 to 15 days |
| Embarkation | Baltra or San Cristóbal airport, depending on the itinerary |
| Departures | Thursday and Sunday |
Staterooms on board the Monique
The Monique has 8 Golden Staterooms with double beds and private bathrooms: four on the main deck and four on the upper deck. Single staterooms are available for solo travelers.
Monique deck plans
Life on board
Guests share a panoramic lounge, an indoor dining area, a front observation platform, a shaded terrace and bow sun terrace, and a sky deck with an outdoor lounge, al fresco dining, a bar and an open-air whirlpool.
The kitchen follows an epicurean approach with local ingredients. Each day includes guided excursions with your naturalist guide: hikes, snorkeling and dinghy rides.
A more sustainable way to cruise
The Monique combines hybrid engines, solar panels and lithium batteries to reduce fuel use and noise, and its operator has a legal commitment to CO2 neutrality.
Monique itineraries
- 3C, 4 days (Thursday to Sunday): Santa Cruz Highlands, Floreana (Champion Islet, Cormorant Point, Post Office Bay), Española (Suárez Point, Gardner Bay) and San Cristóbal. Best for waved albatross (April to December).
- 4D, 5 days (Sunday to Thursday): San Cristóbal (Witch Hill, Kicker Rock), Santa Fe, South Plaza, Santiago (Sullivan Bay), Bartolomé, Genovesa (El Barranco, Darwin Bay) and Black Turtle Cove.
- 7A, 8 days (Thursday to Thursday): Bachas Beach, Daphne Major, Rábida, Chinese Hat, Isabela (Vicente Roca Point, Moreno Point, Elizabeth Bay, Urbina Bay, Tagus Cove), Fernandina (Espinoza Point), Santiago, North Seymour and Mosquera. Best for penguins and flightless cormorants.
- 7B, 8 days (Thursday to Thursday): the 3C and 4D routes combined.
See the day-by-day program in the Itineraries tab below. Longer expeditions of 11 to 15 days are available.
Is the Monique right for you?
- Eco-conscious travelers: hybrid engines and solar power.
- Couples: a sky deck whirlpool and al fresco dining.
- Travelers who want stability: a catamaran hull is steadier than a monohull yacht.
- Want to compare? See yachts and prices in our Galapagos cruises table or browse more luxury Galapagos cruises.
- Sister ships: Endemic, Elite and Petrel are good alternatives if your dates are full.
Frequently asked questions about the Monique
How many guests does the Monique carry?
Up to 16 guests in 8 Golden Staterooms with double beds, four on the main deck and four on the upper deck, plus single staterooms for solo travelers. The crew ratio is close to one crew member per guest, with a dedicated Cruise Service Officer.
Which itineraries does the Monique sail?
The core expeditions are 4 days (Thursday to Sunday, Baltra to San Cristóbal), 5 days (Sunday to Thursday, San Cristóbal to Baltra) and two 8-day routes from Baltra, Thursday to Thursday. They combine into expeditions of 11 to 15 days.
How much does a Monique cruise cost?
2026 rates per person in a Golden Stateroom are US$4,190 for 3 nights, US$5,190 for 4 nights and US$8,290 for 7 nights, and up to US
5,590 for 14 nights. Flights and park fees are not included.
Is the Monique an eco-friendly catamaran?
Yes. It is one of the newest catamarans in the Galapagos, with hybrid engines, solar panels and lithium batteries, and its operator has a legal commitment to CO2 neutrality.
When does the Monique depart?
Expeditions depart on Thursday from Baltra and on Sunday from San Cristóbal, depending on the itinerary.
What our travelers say
Reviews from travelers who booked their Galapagos trip with Nature Galapagos & Ecuador on Tripadvisor.
Plan your Monique 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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