Galaxy Orion Cruise Ship, Galapagos
9.2 Superb - Free Internet
- Naturalist Guide
- En-Suite bathrooms
“The trip was great! Arrival and boarding was organized very efficient. The vessel was well suited for the trip, with professional …”
Highlights
The Galaxy Orion is a 29-meter/96-ft small-ship cruise offering naturalist itineraries in the Galapagos. Fully renewed in 2022, it can accommodate up to 12 guests in 8 comfortable cabins, all with air conditioning and en-suite bathrooms. The Galaxy Orion offers naturalist itineraries. On the upper deck, guests can enjoy the ocean views from their large windows; on the lower deck, there are porthole views.
The Galapagos are famous for their biodiversity and are one of the best places in the world for seeing unique ecosystems and endemic species such as giant tortoises and blue-footed boobies. Cruising in the Galapagos is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Water temperatures fluctuate through the year, usually warmer on the north island and cooler in the western, southern, and central Galapagos islands. This type of cruise in the Galapagos emphasizes conservation and responsible tourism, ensuring that the islands' natural wonders are preserved for generations to come.
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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, Beach Towels, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels, WiFi internet.
Required Extras: Domestic Flight Non-Issuance Fee ($60 / trip), National Park Fees ($220 / trip).
Optional Extras: Gratuities, Local Flights, Alcoholic Beverages.
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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Galaxy Orion Reviews
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- 9.2 Superb
- Vessel 8.9
- Crew 9.2
- Food 9.7
- Activities 9.3
- Value 8.9
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- 9.2 Superb
- Markus T
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Germany
Spectacular diving with professional crew and nice travel group.
The trip was great! Arrival and boarding was organized very efficient. The vessel was well suited for the trip, with professional and well-maintained equipment. The crew was simply outstanding. All dive briefings focused fully on safe diving, and to let the group having a joint dive experience. Underwater experience was great, although the water temp turned out to be unusually warm, which let to pelagics staying in greater depth. Nevertheless, we had numerous hammerhead (school) encounters all over the trip. A particular highlight was the "equator baptism", where the crew celebrated with us the equator crossing in a very funny way. :-) In addition to offshore diving, we explored near-shore diving with lots of seal encounters and even some bird watching along the coast. All in all, an unforgettable once-in-a-lifetime trip, surely worth the long travel.
- Recommended for
- Pelagic action (hammerheads, seals, ...). Cultural experience (ceviche cooking class, island trips, learning local card games, ...). Crew professionalism.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Michael E
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Australia
Beautiful boat, crew, activities especially the snorkeling plus beautiful weather
The professional of the crew, safety first, nothing a trouble, always happy and very helpful
- Recommended for
- The great organisation of the guide and crew. The water activities. Food.
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- 8.8 Fabulous
- Michel F
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Canada
If you like adventure, this is the place to be experienced
small boat but very comfortable. don't expect spacious cabins. the schedule is busy but everything is planned to live an unforgettable moment. I compare this trip to the safari I did in Africa but by boat!
- Recommended for
- Quality of the staff, especially the naturalist guide. Very good service on board and back from the excursions. Staff dedicated to making sure that the customer is satisfied.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Gareth H
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United Kingdom
Once in a lifetime!
Amazing trip, a packed itinerary but worth every penny! The crew, the boat and the guests made this a very special trip! Would recommend to anyone!
- Recommended for
- The crew. The itinerary. The guests.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Alex S
- Germany
Stunning, Amazing, wonderful
When booking this trip, obviously it is a huge amount of money. Let me tell you, it is money well spent. We had an awesome week on the boat, the crew was always helpful, friendly and funny. The trip itself is already nice, but being fully pampered with amazing food and top dive gear, makes it even better. Of course the diving depends on luck and seasonal conditions, but we were extremely lucky, had amazing dives especially in the north at darwin and wolf Islands and saw Whalesharks, Hammerheads, Galapagossharks, turtles, Sea lions, marine Iguanas and multiple other beautiful marine animals on many of those dives. I am already saving up, to do that again, so yes, I can recommend it!
- Recommended for
- Diving, Diving, Foooood!
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- 9.2 Superb
- Greg P
- United Kingdom
Amazing sightings with amazing crew and guests
The marine life was incredible while the boat experience itself was excellent - professional but fun
- Recommended for
- Wildlife, guides, food
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Paul H
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United States
Amazing value for a once in a lifetime experience
Definitely darwin and wolf. Those spots made the whole week worth it. Very good value for the 3k for one week promo.
- Recommended for
- New equipment, luxury boat, amazing diving
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- 10 Exceptional
- Guido C
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Netherlands
Most amazing time ever!!!
We had the most amazing week with @galaxy_diver_liveaboard for this 8D/7N liveaboard experience, booked via @diving.liveaboard The naturalist liveaboard tours the islands to see the wildlife, including lots of land excursions and snorkeling activities 🤿 We left from Baltra and covered the west part of the islands to end back in Nord Seymour. It was the most amazing experience: we’ve seen so many animals and had incredibly beautiful encounters with them under water; we learned a lot about the islands and its wildlife thanks to our incredible guide Renny; we met lovely people on board and had the best food thanks to the amazing Galaxy Divers crew.This was the experience of a lifetime and we’d recommend any nature and animal lover to join such a liveaboard 😍
- Recommended for
- Animals, wildlife and service
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- 9.2 Superb
- Eileen M
- United States
Relaxing
Met a great group of people. Multinational and diverse
- Recommended for
- Ships crew was great. Very comfortable boat. Food was great.
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- 10 Exceptional
- An J
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China
The equipment is perfect, the service is first-class, and the diving guide is excellent.
Excellent service!
- Recommended for
- 1. All aspects of the service in the ship are dedicated and detail-oriented. 2. When on the boat, the navigator will pay attention to the sea surface and guide everyone to watch in time. 3. Our English is not very good, and the dive guide will explain patiently.
