Bonita Cruise Ship, Galapagos

Name: Itinerary B (Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz)
Start: 2026-12-26
End: 2026-12-30
Location: Galapagos

9.2 Superb

Free Internet
En-Suite bathrooms
Aircon Cabins
Warm Water Showers

from $ 463 / day Check dates

“seeing sharks in the wild--white tipped reef sharks while snorkeling and Galapagos sharks swimming around the boat; ”
Lynette W, United States

Highlights

Completely refurbished in 2019
Naturalist guides and adventure gear included
Ample storage space and charging ports in cabins

Completely refurbished in 2019, the Superior-Class Bonita yacht offers exciting small-ship cruises in the Galapagos Islands. Accommodating just 16 passengers, comfortable cabins and social areas are spread out over 3 spacious decks. A choice of accommodation is available, including triple, double, and twin cabins. Each stateroom features ample storage space, charging ports, reading lights, and a private en-suite bathroom. Cabins located on the main and upper decks also come with sea views. After a full day of adventure, guests can relax in the inviting social areas, which include the indoor lounge, dining room, library, and fully-stocked bar, or enjoy the sea breeze on the outdoor terrace or the sundeck with comfortable loungers.

Itineraries aboard the Bonita Galapagos vary from 4 - 7 nights or can be combined for the ultimate Galapagos experience. Get up close with penguins, iguanas, sea lions, and flamingos as you immerse yourself in the Galapagos Islands' rich landscapes and fascinating history. The experienced and professional naturalist guides are on hand to help create a trip of a lifetime. Adventure gear and kayaks are included, and with 8 crew members plus 1 naturalist guide, attention to detail and service is of a high standard.

Book online today to start your adventure of a lifetime in the Galapagos Islands aboard the Bonita yacht.

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08 Nov

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22 Nov

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28 Nov

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$ 2,900

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16 Dec

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20 Dec

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26 Dec

5 Days / 4 Nights

$ 4,350

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30 Dec

5 Days / 4 Nights

$ 4,350

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Included: VAT, Port Fees, Airport Transfer, Drinking Water, Tea & Coffee, Welcome Cocktails, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Kayaks, Land Excursions, Naturalist Guide, Snorkel Gear, Snorkeling Guide, Beach Towels, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels, WiFi internet.

Required Extras: Domestic Flight Non-Issuance Fee ($60 / trip), National Park Fees ($220).

Optional Extras: Gratuities, Local Flights, Alcoholic Beverages.

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Boat features

Free Internet
En-Suite bathrooms
Aircon Cabins
Warm Water Showers
Air Conditioned saloon
Sun Deck
Budget Friendly Cruise
Family Friendly Cruise
Stand Up Paddleboard
Kayaks On-Board
Non-Smoking Rooms
Indoor Saloon
Library
Audio & video entertainment
Kayaks
Available for Charter
Local & International Crew
Snorkeling Equipment
Daily housekeeping
Naturalist Guide

Food & Drinks

Vegan Options
Vegetarian Options
Beer available
Welcome Cocktails
Buffet style
Local Food
Set Menu Dinner

If you have any specific dietary requirements whilst on-board your cruise, you can add this to your special requests on step 2 of the booking form. We advise limiting these requests to religious beliefs or food allergies.

Languages Spoken

The crew speaks English, German, French, and Spanish.

Gear Rental

Equipment is available for rent on this boat. Please provide your rental needs on the booking form. If the rental gear is not included in the price, you will need to pay for it on board the boat. Show prices

Drawings & Vessel Layouts

Cabin Types

Boat Specifications

Year built: 1991

Year renovated: 2019

Length: 101.70 ft

Beam: 34.44 ft

Top speed: 9 knots

Cruising speed: 8 knots

Engines: 2 Caterpillar

Max guests: 16

Number of cabins: 9

Number of bathrooms: 10

Water capacity: 2500 gallons

Boat navigation and safety

Radar
Depth Sounder
GPS
Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
E.P.I.R.B. Distress System
Emergency Rafts
Life Vests
Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
Oxygen
First Aid Kits
Satellite & mobile phones
Bilge pump alarm
Search light
Crew trained in first aid
Emergency flares

Bonita Reviews

9.2 Superb

Vessel

8.7
Crew

9.2
Food

9.8
Activities

9.5
Value

9.0

9.6 Exceptional
Wayne F
Canada

Trip of a lifetime!
Trip of a lifetime! What an amazing experience in the Galapagos! The scenery, the animals, the sea life, all incredible! And the best way to experience it all is on a boat like Bonita! The staff was very friendly and attentive, the food was delicious and expertly presented, and the boat was very comfortable and well outfitted. The other thing that we really liked was the small group on this boat. Transfers were quick and easy on and off the islands and snorkelling spots. Plus we were the only ones in the water, or on the trails, so there were no big groups or line-ups. We would highly recommend this boat to anyone who wants to visit the Galápagos.
Recommended for
Delicious food. Friendly staff. Amazing scenery and animals.
01 Apr, 2026

10 Exceptional
Sandy Hor C
Canada

Epic Galapagos experience
This itinerary provided the BEST experience, giving you 7 immersive days in the Galapagos. Visiting Isabela was incredible, waking up to a different landscape every single day. To top it off, the Bonita crew was wonderful through it all, making it a perfect experience on and off the boat.
Recommended for
The crew. The itinerary. The food.
31 May, 2025

8.8 Fabulous
Lynda W
New Zealand

Great trip to the Galapagos.
A very enjoyable week, great guide and staff.Nice group of fellow passengers that mixed well.Very interesting and informative tour due to the guides knowledge.Plenty of nice food and helpful, friendly staff.
Recommended for
Snorkelling with the fish and seals,manta rays,turtles.. Visiting the tortoises. Walks were very informative..
06 May, 2026

9.6 Exceptional
Hanna L
Germany

Unique experience
The Bonita is a very modern, beautiful ship with great equipment. It was great that almost everything was included. We made great excursions and received a lot of information from our guide. The food on board was top notch and any restrictions were observed. The crew was very personable and helpful.
Recommended for
Snorkeling trips, lots of animals, information from the guide
01 Mar, 2023

Translated from German

10 Exceptional
Lynette W
United States

A truly magical place
Seeing the Southern Cross in the same sky as the Big Dipper; seeing sharks in the wild--white tipped reef sharks while snorkeling and Galapagos sharks swimming around the boat; seeing the tortoises, iguanas, and many species of birds; swimming with sea lions; meeting and interacting with our wonderful guide and the crew. The Galapagos islands proved to be the special place I thought they would be. Thank you, Bonita and crew!
Recommended for
Great guide and crew; experiencing the wildlife of the islands; getting to know the history of the islands.
01 Jun, 2023

10 Exceptional
Samantha C
United Kingdom

Fabulous boat and crew
The whole trip was fabulous. We were really well looked after. The boat was clean and comfortable and the crew were all lovely. The guide was very knowledgeable and the activities were interesting and fun. I can highly recommend this boat.
Recommended for
Professional, friendly, helpful crew. Great food and plenty of it. Lovely cabins.
23 Jun, 2025

8.8 Fabulous
Birte K
Germany

Great varied expedition trip
An all-round beautiful short cruise that is absolutely recommended!
Recommended for
Varied program. Very friendly staff. Lots of interesting and qualified information.
27 Mar, 2025

Translated from German

9.6 Exceptional
Matthew N
United States

Bucketlist Trip a major success
Bucketlist item complete. Crew was wonderful, our guide Carmen was fantastic, and the itinerary was excellent. Highly recommend.
Recommended for
Carmen, the guide. The itinerary. The crew were fantastic.
30 Nov, 2025

10 Exceptional
Roeland B
Netherlands

We loved it
We loved our stay on the Bonita and the Galapagos Island. An experience we will never forget.
Recommended for
The Guide (Jorge) was the best. Food was great. Really Nice cabins with bathroom.
12 Aug, 2024

9.6 Exceptional
TRINA M
Canada

It was a magical time that went way too fast.
It was an unforgettable experience. We saw so many things and met amazing people. The food was amazing and plentiful.
Recommended for
Our guide Pato. Snorkeling trips. The food.
28 Mar, 2026

44 reviews

9.2 Superb
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10 Exceptional
Rae S
United States

What a Bonita Trip!
Great experience, would love to come back and sail on the Bonita again.
Recommended for
Comfort. Service. Crewman and Guide.
14 May, 2025

Unforgettable trip in the Galapagos
This itinerary takes you to some of the most fantastic islands in the Galapagos, visiting a wide range of different landscapes. The fantastic crew on the Bonita definitely made this an unforgettable trip.
Recommended for
The crew. The itinerary. The food.
31 May, 2025

10 Exceptional
Joanne T
Australia

Unreal and life changing
Thank you to the Bonita Crew (Raul, Diana, Kleber, etc) and the naturalist (Fabian) for such an amazing 5 days on the Bonita cruise last week. The hospitality, led by Raul was fantastic, 10/10! It was my first time on a cruise, and it was such a positive experience. I hope the staff are treated and compensated well for the amazing work that they do, as they have brought so much joy and comfort to guests, and really make the whole experience so positive and memorable. While the wildlife, landscapes and experiences were amazing, the quality and attitude of the staff members were absolutely outstanding. Fabian was such a passionate, knowledgeable and professional naturalist and guide - he really did his best and gave the group a very rich experience. My husband and I are still looking at photos from the trip, reminiscing the memories and want to go back to the Galappagos Islands again in the future. THANK YOU!!!!
Recommended for
Snorkeling. Dry landings, wildlife. Cruise experience and hospitality.
30 Aug, 2026

10 Exceptional
Joanna M
Canada

Exceeded Expectations! Trip of a lifetime!
We were well taken care of from the moment we walked into Quito airport. The communication was impeccable which made for a relaxed smooth journey. The cruise was fantastic. The variety of activities, the wildlife viewing, the food, the knowledge that was shared. We could not have been more pleased. We felt very safe aboard. I can not emphasize enough how amazing the excursions were with our guide being a fountain of knowledge taking the care to make sure we saw everything that we possibly could. The excursions were varied from volcanic hikes, to wildlife viewing in mangroves, to birding, to snorkelling and paddleboarding. It was a jam packed five days and well worth it. Thank you!
Recommended for
Our guide, Fernanda, was exceptional. The food was excellent. The staff were attentive caring and we were well looked after.
28 Jul, 2026

9.2 Superb
Megan B
United States

Book now! You won't regret it.
We had a wonderful time on the Bonita! Our guide and the crew were exceptional. Everything was very well organized and the wildlife was out of this world. We would book another tour on the Bonita in a heartbeat as well as recommend to our family and friends.
Recommended for
Our Guide. Activities. Crew.
17 Jan, 2025

Amazing tour of the Galapagos islands
My experience on the Bonita was nothing short of spectacular. From the boat, the activities, the crew, down to the food, everything exceeded my expectations! I did the 3 available itineraries back to back, and it was truly the most immersive way to see the Galapagos islands. I highly recommend this trip!
Recommended for
The crew. The itinerary. The food.
31 May, 2025

9.6 Exceptional
Peter S
United States

Unforgettable trip on the Bonita in the Galapagos!
Fernando and Fatima were friendly and very helpful! They were able to inform us clearly on all the important points of this exceptional area! The amount of diversity that was offered this itinerary was sublime! Diana, for our meals, did a wonderful job! We came to see birds and wildlife in a unique area and were not disappointed! Accommodations were perfect! It was a trip to savor for a long time! The crew that transported us with the zodiac did a tremendous job, very capable seamen! The captain, the cooks and the cabin steward, all friendly and pleasant1
Recommended for
Attentiveness of the crew. Small group. The thorough explanations that were given.
12 Mar, 2026

10 Exceptional
Ranald G
United Kingdom

The most special trip of a lifetime.
We thoroughly enjoyed every moment of this magical trip. Mauricio's expert knowledge of the islands and wildlife enabled us to learn so much. Additionally the walking and snorkelling locations were amazing to enable us to see so many different species and landscapes. The crew were also fantastic and catered to all our needs. From making up our rooms each morning to a tasty refreshment after each activity to delicious meals they really made us feel special. We feel so lucky to have gone on this incredible adventure and are so grateful to every single member of the team that made this one of the most magical weeks of our lives.
Recommended for
Staff service. Organisation and balance of activities, meals and rest times. Guides knowledge of environments and wildlife.
30 Oct, 2024

9.6 Exceptional
Lorenz E
United States

Wonderful crew and great mix of active international travelers
Seeing the baby sea lions nursing with their mothers, the giant tortoises, snorkeling and kayaking and the many fascinating hikes. The food was wonderful. I always looked forward to the great Ecuadorean snacks after our afternoon activities. Our guide and the crew were so helpful and friendly. And it was lovely that the other guests came from many different countries and were all very adventurous and interesting.
Recommended for
Snorkeling, the many island excursions and the crew
12 Dec, 2023

8.0 Very good
Clare L
Australia

Amazing trip to Galapagos
The trip was absolutely splendid. Very well organised and really highlighted the Galapagos
Recommended for
Itinerary. Comfort of boat. Guide and crew.
24 Apr, 2025

8.8 Fabulous
Jennifer C
United States

Fabulous
Everything!
Recommended for
Crew, excursions and other guests.
21 Feb, 2023

9.2 Superb
Claudia B
Italy

Wonderful trip
While sailing in a very comfortable boat , you come in contact with an amazing nature; great snorkelling with Sea Lions !!! Our guide was very respectful for nature and animals. A DREAM that comes truth
Recommended for
Comfort of the boat , kindness of the crew, a very professional guide
09 Feb, 2024

8.8 Fabulous
David T
United Kingdom

Excellent trip around the amazing Galapagos
Snorkelling with sea lions Our boat being surrounded by about 300 sharks who were chasing flying fish
Recommended for
Variety of wildlife and scenery. Knowledge of guide. Great schedules even if there were lots of early starts
09 Jun, 2023

8.0 Very good
Georgia M
New Zealand

Really enjoyed my trip
I enjoyed my trip on the Bonita as a solo traveller. Our guide was awesome, very experienced and had an enthusiasm that made every animal sighting seem special. I enjoyed the group I was with and felt the dining setup helped us socialise. The snorkelling gear was good - make sure you don't request a too-large wetsuit as you may be too cold. I enjoyed the fruit juices, most of the snacks, fresh fruit and desserts. The crew were polite and helpful, with very attentive housekeeping. The itinerary was very active and jam-packed most days, but really enjoyable particularly the snorkelling. You will be waking up at 6am or earlier most days and there isn't much downtime until later in the week. I liked the modern fit out and felt that everyone had enough space to relax on the ship. This is a great trip for casual nature and animal lovers who was to spot many animals and learn basic and fun facts (not people who want a lot of scientific info or serious photography). Some things I wish I knew: hair conditioner is not provided, only shampoo. If you are a picky eater or a snacker, bring your own packaged snacks as they are not available for purchase, although you are well-fed. The food was plentiful and relatively varied, but I did not find it delicious. The meat was a bit overcooked and there wasn't a lot of flavour in the dishes. If you are vegetarian, don't let the 'allergies only' message put you off requesting that. Also if you have mobility or fitness concerns I highly recommend asking for more information as a lot of the walks had uneven terrain and you need to be able to balance frequently on the side of the panga/dingy. Unlike some other reviewers, I found that 7 days was more than enough, particularly as the last couple are land based only and a bit repetitive. We also had a rough sailing that made many people ill so bring medications. The requested tip was higher than expected but there is an opportunity to get cash out (and buy souvenirs) in the town. Overall I am happy with my choice to go on the Bonita. I always felt safe and well organised.
Recommended for
We saw so many amazing animals. Everything was taken care of. Ship and gear was modern.
01 Jul, 2024

10 Exceptional
Lynne P
New Zealand

The best way to fully experience the Galapagos Islands
Swimming with turtles was a bucket list for me, but having seal lions and penguins come along for the ride made it even more amazing. Seeing the Blue Footed Booby, the Giant tortoises, and all the other wildlife was fantastic. All the islands having unique environments. We had a great guest 'family' and that made for a fun time on board.
Recommended for
The friendly helpful crew and knowledgeable guide. The range of activities. The food variety.
09 Nov, 2023

8.0 Very good
Ulrik D
Denmark

Very fine experince
Diving with dolphins
Recommended for
The whole trip
14 Aug, 2022

8.8 Fabulous
Cagkan T
Ireland

Lovely galapagos trip
Very friendly crew, always clean and up to the standards. Food could be better but no complaints. Great trip overall, thank you Bonita crew and Julio the guide.
Recommended for
Cleanliness. Friendly crew. Amazing trip.
11 Sep, 2025

8.4 Very good
Olivia B
Switzerland

Enjoyable experience
The different ecosystems and wildlife are amazing. A once in a lifetime experience. The great crew and knowledgeable guide made the trip fantastic.
Recommended for
Crew friendliness, boat comfort and overall experience
13 Apr, 2023

10 Exceptional
Nancy M
Canada

Great way to experience the Galapagos!
Giant Tortugas...swimming wuth sea lions...blue footed boobies!
Recommended for
Fabian - our naturalist guide...snorkelling...the food!
22 Oct, 2023

8.4 Very good
Rhiannon H
United Kingdom

Excellent trip!
Seeing the animals living free, snorkelling with turtles.. seeing the lava landscapes.. Wonderful!
Recommended for
The trips to see the wildlife, snorkelling and the helpful crew, who looked after us so well and made us feel safe on the boat which was important.
01 Dec, 2022