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Grand Queen Beatriz is a first class yacht for 16 guests, built in 2018 and fully renewed in November 2023. All cabins have an ensuite bathroom, air conditioning and outward-facing windows; some have a private balcony. It has a jacuzzi on the sun deck and 4, 5 and 8-day routes. From $3,185 per person.

Grand Queen Beatriz at a glance

CategoryFirst Class
Vessel typeMotor yacht
Capacity16 guests
Size41 m (134 ft) long, 9 m beam, 3 decks
Built2018 in Ecuador (renewed in 2023)
Cruising speed12 knots
Crew9 crew members and 1 multilingual naturalist guide
Itineraries4, 5 and 8 days
Price from$3,185 per person

Cabins on board Grand Queen Beatriz

Grand Queen Beatriz king cabin

All cabins have an ensuite bathroom, air conditioning, picture windows and a hair dryer, with a king bed or two twin beds.

  • Main Deck Cabin: picture windows, about 24 m² including the bathroom.
  • Junior Balcony Suite: on the upper deck, with large picture windows and a private balcony; about 24.75 m².
  • Deluxe Balcony Suite: on the upper deck, with large picture windows; about 24.75 m².

Life on board

Grand Queen Beatriz lounge

On board there is an indoor and outdoor bar, a TV lounge, outdoor dining, a sun deck with jacuzzi and a 24-hour tea, coffee and filtered water station. Snorkeling gear, wetsuits, beach towels and walking sticks are available. By yacht policy, only guests over 12 years old are accepted, except on full-yacht charters.

Grand Queen Beatriz jacuzzi on the sun deck

Grand Queen Beatriz itineraries

Grand Queen Beatriz deck lounge

  • 4 days (Sunday to Wednesday): Route A to Isabela and Floreana, or Route B to San Cristóbal, Bartolomé and Santiago.
  • 5 days (Wednesday to Sunday): Route A to Santa Fe, Española and San Cristóbal, or Route B to North Seymour, Santa Cruz and Rábida.
  • 8 days: four combinations (A, B, C and D) that join the short routes.

Departures on Sundays and Wednesdays. See the day-by-day program in the Itineraries tab below.

Is Grand Queen Beatriz right for you?

  • Couples: king-bed cabins and suites with private balconies.
  • Comfort seekers: a yacht renewed in 2023 with a jacuzzi and bar.
  • Short on time? 4 and 5-day routes that combine into 8 days.
  • Comparing options? see more first class Galapagos cruises or the Galapagos cruises table.

What our travelers say

Reviews from travelers who booked their Galapagos trip with Nature Galapagos & Ecuador on Tripadvisor.

Frequently asked questions about Grand Queen Beatriz

How much does a Grand Queen Beatriz cruise cost?

Routes start at $3,185 per person. The exact rate depends on the date, route and cabin.

How many guests does Grand Queen Beatriz carry?

Up to 16 guests, looked after by 9 crew members and a multilingual naturalist guide.

Which itineraries does it sail?

4-day routes (Sunday to Wednesday), 5-day routes (Wednesday to Sunday) and 8-day combinations.

Do the cabins have balconies?

The Junior Balcony Suites on the upper deck have a private balcony. All cabins have an ensuite bathroom, air conditioning and picture windows.

Can children travel?

Only guests over 12 years old are accepted, except when the whole yacht is chartered.

What equipment is on board?

Snorkeling gear, wetsuits, snorkeling vests (limited), beach towels and walking sticks.

Plan your Grand Queen Beatriz 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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4 Days A – Southwestern Islands (Sunday to Wednesday)

4 Days A – Southwestern Islands (Sunday to Wednesday)
Day 1 (Sun)Arrival at Baltra · Punta Carrión (Santa Cruz)
Day 2 (Mon)Isabela: Tintoreras Islet, giant tortoise breeding center and Wall of Tears
Day 3 (Tue)Floreana: Cormorant Point, Devil’s Crown and Post Office Bay
Day 4 (Wed)Charles Darwin Research Station (Santa Cruz) · Baltra airport
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4 Days B – Central Islands (Sunday to Wednesday)

4 Days B – Central Islands (Sunday to Wednesday)
Day 1 (Sun)Arrival at San Cristóbal · Cerro Colorado tortoise center
Day 2 (Mon)Bartolomé Island and Sullivan Bay (Santiago)
Day 3 (Tue)Santiago: James Bay, Espumilla Beach, Buccaneer Cove and Egas Port
Day 4 (Wed)Charles Darwin Research Station (Santa Cruz) · Baltra airport
3

5 Days A – Southeastern Islands (Wednesday to Sunday)

5 Days A – Southeastern Islands (Wednesday to Sunday)
Day 1 (Wed)Arrival at Baltra · Santa Cruz Highlands
Day 2 (Thu)Santa Fe and South Plaza Islands
Day 3 (Fri)Española: Gardner Bay and Suárez Point
Day 4 (Sat)San Cristóbal: Pitt Point, Kicker Rock and Lobos Island
Day 5 (Sun)San Cristóbal: Interpretation Center · airport
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5 Days B – Central Islands (Wednesday to Sunday)

5 Days B – Central Islands (Wednesday to Sunday)
Day 1 (Wed)Arrival at Baltra · Santa Cruz Highlands
Day 2 (Thu)North Seymour and Mosquera Islet
Day 3 (Fri)Santa Cruz: Black Turtle Cove and Dragon Hill
Day 4 (Sat)Chinese Hat and Rábida Island
Day 5 (Sun)Las Bachas Beach (Santa Cruz) · Baltra airport
5

8 Days A – Southern Islands (Sunday to Sunday)

8 Days A – Southern Islands (Sunday to Sunday)
Day 1 (Sun)Arrival at Baltra · Punta Carrión (Santa Cruz)
Day 2 (Mon)Isabela: Tintoreras Islet, giant tortoise breeding center and Wall of Tears
Day 3 (Tue)Floreana: Cormorant Point, Devil’s Crown and Post Office Bay
Day 4 (Wed)Charles Darwin Research Station and Highlands (Santa Cruz)
Day 5 (Thu)Santa Fe and South Plaza Islands
Day 6 (Fri)Española: Gardner Bay and Suárez Point
Day 7 (Sat)San Cristóbal: Pitt Point, Kicker Rock and Lobos Island
Day 8 (Sun)San Cristóbal: Interpretation Center · airport
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8 Days B – Galapagos in Focus (Sunday to Sunday)

8 Days B – Galapagos in Focus (Sunday to Sunday)
Day 1 (Sun)Arrival at San Cristóbal · Cerro Colorado tortoise center
Day 2 (Mon)Bartolomé Island and Sullivan Bay (Santiago)
Day 3 (Tue)Santiago: James Bay, Espumilla Beach, Buccaneer Cove and Egas Port
Day 4 (Wed)Charles Darwin Research Station and Highlands (Santa Cruz)
Day 5 (Thu)North Seymour and Mosquera Islet
Day 6 (Fri)Santa Cruz: Black Turtle Cove and Dragon Hill
Day 7 (Sat)Chinese Hat and Rábida Island
Day 8 (Sun)Las Bachas Beach (Santa Cruz) · Baltra airport
7

8 Days C – Southeastern Islands (Wednesday to Wednesday)

8 Days C – Southeastern Islands (Wednesday to Wednesday)
Day 1 (Wed)Arrival at Baltra · Santa Cruz Highlands
Day 2 (Thu)Santa Fe and South Plaza Islands
Day 3 (Fri)Española: Gardner Bay and Suárez Point
Day 4 (Sat)San Cristóbal: Pitt Point, Kicker Rock and Lobos Island
Day 5 (Sun)San Cristóbal: Interpretation Center and Cerro Colorado tortoise center
Day 6 (Mon)Bartolomé Island and Sullivan Bay (Santiago)
Day 7 (Tue)Santiago: James Bay, Espumilla Beach, Buccaneer Cove and Egas Port
Day 8 (Wed)Charles Darwin Research Station (Santa Cruz) · Baltra airport
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8 Days D – Central & Southern Islands (Wednesday to Wednesday)

8 Days D – Central & Southern Islands (Wednesday to Wednesday)
Day 1 (Wed)Arrival at Baltra · Santa Cruz Highlands
Day 2 (Thu)North Seymour and Mosquera Islet
Day 3 (Fri)Santa Cruz: Black Turtle Cove and Dragon Hill
Day 4 (Sat)Chinese Hat and Rábida Island
Day 5 (Sun)Punta Carrión (Santa Cruz)
Day 6 (Mon)Isabela: Tintoreras Islet, giant tortoise breeding center and Wall of Tears
Day 7 (Tue)Floreana: Cormorant Point, Devil’s Crown and Post Office Bay
Day 8 (Wed)Charles Darwin Research Station (Santa Cruz) · Baltra airport

From $3,185 per person. The exact rate depends on the date, route and cabin.

Prices include:

Accommodation in a cabin with ensuite bathroom
All meals on board
24-hour tea, coffee and filtered water
Excursions with a multilingual naturalist guide
Transfers in the Galapagos as per the itinerary
Snorkeling gear, wetsuits and beach towels

Prices do not include:

Flights to the Galapagos
Galapagos National Park fee ($200)
Transit Control Card ($20)
Bar drinks
Tips
Travel insurance

Important Notes:
♦ All prices per person in US dollars.
♦ Ask for charter departures.
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