“The trip was truly spectacular and words couldn’t do it justice. ”
Highlights
The Archipel I Catamaran offers guests the choice of 3, 4, or 7 nights for their Galapagos Expedition. The 27m Archipel I catamaran ensures a comfortable stay in well-equipped accommodations. Archipel I caters to a maximum of 16 passengers in 8 air-conditioned, en-suite cabins. 6 of the cabins offer twin side-by-side beds, while the other 2 cabins have one double bed. Each cabin has wonderful sea views, reading lights, and wardrobes. The dining room brings guests together at mealtimes to enjoy delicious buffet food, and various dietary restrictions can be catered to. The lounge and bar area is a great place to unwind and discuss the day's highlights while enjoying cocktails, beer, a selection of wines, and soft drinks. Or why not enjoy a cocktail on the top deck with stunning views and sea breeze, or soak up some rays during the day on the comfortable sun loungers?
The itineraries aboard Archipel I offer guests the chance to explore the Galapagos Islands and get up close to nature. Kayaking through mangroves, snorkeling with playful sea lions, visiting Galapagos tortoises at the Charles Darwin Research Centre, and much more are all part of the itinerary while on your small ship cruise to the Galapagos Islands.
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snorkeller friendlyIncluded: VAT, Airport Transfer, Drinking Water, Tea & Coffee, Welcome Cocktails, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Kayaks, Land Excursions, Naturalist Guide, Snorkel Gear, WiFi internet.
Required Extras: National Park Fees (100-200 USD per trip), Visas and Fees (20 USD per trip).
Optional Extras: Travel Insurance, Gratuities (30 USD per day), Local Flights (470-510 USD per trip), Alcoholic Beverages, Soft drinks.
Book now, pay later: You can easily place your booking online. We will then hold the spaces for you and you can confirm with a payment later.
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Archipel I Reviews
- 9.0 Superb
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Vessel
8.7
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Crew
8.7
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Food
9.6
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Activities
9.1
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Value
8.7
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- 9.2 Superb
- Christopher L
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United States
Unforgettable trip
We stayed 8 days 7 nights, travelled many islands and saw so many animals and marine lives, we absolutely love the trip and can’t wait to come back in the future. My only complaint is the room, we were arranged at Room 5 initially, it was not a pleasant experience since it’s above the kitchen and next to the stairways for the few members. They started working early around 4-5am so there’s noise and also all the heat steam came from the kitchen underneath which made the room more humid. And this room (and Room 6)is also slightly smaller compared to the rest of the cabins.
- Recommended for
- Tour guide Liam and awesome crews. Food and drinks. Activities.
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- 8.8 Fabulous
- Patrick K
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United States
The way to see the Galapagos
Excursions on boat and on the islands. Seeing the blue footed booby and flamingos.
- Recommended for
- Variety of things to see, food on board and small group
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- 8.4 Very good
- Chelsea P
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United States
Unforgettable
We hit all the major islands and got to interact with all the animals we’d hoped to except the elusive hammerhead. The trip was 5-stars overall, though the boat is starting to show some age.
- Recommended for
- Breadth of animals seen, passion of guide, helpfulness of staff
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- 8.4 Very good
- Adrienne C
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United States
We had a great time on the comfortable Archival 1 exploring a variety of islands in the Galapagos.
Highlights of our trip was viewing hundreds of unique birds nesting on Genovese, snorkeling with sharks, turtles and rays, and being together on this adventure. My one negative comment would be that it is not really a 4 day-3 night trip. The 4th "day" consisted of a visit to a tortoise reserve and a 10am drop off at the airport to catch our flight to Quito. I requested a later flight but were given no other option.
- Recommended for
- Variety of islands and wildlife; Comfort of the boat, crew service
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- 8.0 Very good
- Richard R
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United States
The experience was full of activity and great hospitality.
Snorkeling with the sea lions
- Recommended for
- Guide. Food. Service.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Frances B
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United States
Fun
Fabulous staff great food amazing walks wild animals good snorkeling
- Recommended for
- People animals guide
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- 10 Exceptional
- Timothy R
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United States
Most Amazing 8 Days of my Life!
Swimming with Hammerhead Sharks, seals, penguins, turtles! Seeing the owl eating a bird, seals chilling on the Zodiac with a shark circling in the water. The boat and staff were incredible! Salsa Night! The price being 56% off due to covid!
- Recommended for
- Amazing Catamaran, Swimming with Hammerhead Sharks, Sharing these incredible experiences with new friends
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- 9.2 Superb
- Garrett E
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United States
The best one week vacation we've ever taken.
Exploring the islands (twice a day), along with snorkeling (twice a day) and kayaking.
- Recommended for
- Naturalist, crew, small group.
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- 8.0 Very good
- Sasi M
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United States
Archipel 1 was a fun, well organized and genuine experience of the natural beauty of the Galápagos.
Tagus Cove was wonderful - great hike, penguins and cormorants, great snorkel Also across at Fernandina. We saw something new each day, and got a great exposure to the variety of landscapes and wildlife - from Isabella, Fernandina, Santiago and Rabida.
- Recommended for
- 1. Well planned itinerary and daily agenda - good mix of hikes, snorkel 2. Well informed guide and great teamwork with the crew. Everyone was interested in showing us wildlife and nice spots - a shared enthusiasm. 3. Good services and environment onboard - made everyone comfortable and looked after.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Erin S
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United States
Fantastic short cruise experience
We swam with sea lions, we snorkeled to see white tip sharks and a variety of star fish, we kayaked with sea turtles, and saw countless birds up close. The food was amazing and the chef goes above and beyond to accommodate diets. The guide is always very knowledgeable and friendly.
- Recommended for
- Food, views, penguins
