Galaxy Skape is a luxury daily tour yacht in the Galapagos, an Italian-built Ferretti 731 that takes up to 16 guests from Santa Cruz to Bartolomé, Sullivan Bay, North Seymour, Bachas Beach, South Plaza and Carrión Point, with a bilingual naturalist guide and lunch on board. Day tours from US$360 per person.
Let’s talk about your tripGalaxy Skape at a glance
| Tour type | Full-day island hopping tour from Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz |
| Yacht | Italian-built Ferretti 731 motor yacht, cruising speed 16 knots |
| Capacity | 16 guests |
| Crew | 5 crew members and a bilingual naturalist guide |
| On board | Main lounge, dining area, flybridge, bow sun lounge, Wi-Fi and 3 private cabins for resting |
| Meeting point | Puerto Ayora church, in front of the pier, at 7:00 or 8:15 am |
| Departures | Every day of the week, with a different route each day |
The Galaxy Skape yacht
The Galaxy Skape is a fast Italian-built Ferretti 731 motor yacht, designed for comfortable day trips between the central islands. Guests enjoy a main lounge, a dining area serving regional cuisine, a flybridge with open-air seating, a bow sun lounge and a stern platform for snorkeling. Three private cabins with bathroom and shower are available for resting during the day.
Galaxy Skape deck plans
Galaxy Skape day tours
- Sullivan Bay and Bartolomé (Monday, Wednesday and Saturday): a walk over young lava flows at Sullivan Bay and the climb to the Bartolomé viewpoint with views of Pinnacle Rock, plus snorkeling with sea turtles, rays and penguins. Medium difficulty (378 steps). US$400.
- North Seymour and Bachas Beach (Tuesday and Friday): blue-footed boobies, frigatebird colonies and land iguanas on North Seymour, then sea turtles and flamingos at Bachas Beach. Low difficulty. US$380.
- South Plaza and Carrión Point (Thursday and Sunday): land iguanas and seabird cliffs on South Plaza, and snorkeling at Carrión Point. Low difficulty. US$360.
See the program and route maps in the Itineraries tab below.
Is the Galaxy Skape right for you?
- Land-based travelers: stay in a hotel in Puerto Ayora and visit the islands by day.
- Travelers short on time: combine one or several day tours with your hotel stay.
- Families: easy hikes and snorkeling, with no age restrictions.
- Want a full cruise instead? See yachts and prices in our Galapagos cruises table or browse more Galapagos day trips.
Frequently asked questions about the Galaxy Skape
Is the Galaxy Skape a cruise?
No. The Galaxy Skape is a luxury daily tour yacht. You stay at a hotel in Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz, and join a full-day excursion to a different island each day, returning in the afternoon.
Where does the Galaxy Skape tour start?
The meeting point is the entrance of Puerto Ayora’s church, in front of the pier, at 7:00 or 8:15 am depending on the day. Please arrive 15 minutes early. Transfers to the Itabaca Channel are included.
Which islands does the Galaxy Skape visit?
Three routes alternate during the week: Sullivan Bay and Bartolomé (Monday, Wednesday and Saturday), North Seymour and Bachas Beach (Tuesday and Friday), and South Plaza and Carrión Point (Thursday and Sunday).
How much does a Galaxy Skape day tour cost?
2026 rates per person are US$360 for South Plaza and Carrión Point, US$380 for North Seymour and Bachas Beach, and US$400 for Sullivan Bay and Bartolomé. The Galapagos National Park fee and the transit control card are not included.
What is included in the day tour?
Transfers between the meeting point and the Itabaca Channel, lunch on board, a coffee and tea station, a bilingual naturalist guide, snorkeling mask and snorkel, wetsuits and fins, towels, all visits and local taxes.
What our travelers say
Reviews from travelers who booked their Galapagos trip with Nature Galapagos & Ecuador on Tripadvisor.
Plan your Galaxy Skape day tour
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Before you travel, check the requirements to enter Galapagos and our Galapagos packing list.
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