Galaxy Orion Cruise Ship, Galapagos
9.2 Superb - Free Internet
- Naturalist Guide
- En-Suite bathrooms
“We had the most amazing week with @galaxy_diver_liveaboard for this 8D/7N liveaboard experience, booked via @diving.liveaboard The…”
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.
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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
- Esmee B
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Netherlands
Amazing food, activities & crew during our first Liveaboard
We had an excellent experience during our first liveaboard. The food was much better and fancy than we expected. Besides, the activities, including panga rides, snorkeling and land excursions were great. Lastly, the crew was always very kind and helpful.
- Recommended for
- The food was excellent. Panga rides and snorkeling were fantastic. Great land excursions.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Marina N
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United States
Amazing diving and overall experience
Amazing diving with tons to see! I was impressed by the biodiversity in this region and really want to go back. The crew was great and food was delish. Great trip overall!
- Recommended for
- Diving. Crew. 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
- Guido C
- 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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- 10 Exceptional
- Mary M
- United States
Trip of a lifetime and we loved our ship (Galaxy Diver) crew, and Naturalist guide, Renny!
Snorkeling with sea turtles, penguins, stingrays, and reef shark. Seeing the giant tortoises, the blue footed boobies, and penguins. Learning the history and culture of the Galápagos Islands. New and exciting adventures and treasures each day.
- Recommended for
- Snorkeling, all the animals, fish, birds and naturalist guide & crew
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- 9.2 Superb
- ROBERT P
- United States
Bucket list trip was amazing
The itinerary, crew and naturalist were excellent. The service and food were incredible. Each activity was well planned and executed, it always finished with a fresh drink and delicious snack. The boat was older but well maintained. This was an excellent value for the money. Thank you to the Orion family for the trip of a lifetime.
- Recommended for
- Activities. Naturalist. Crew.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Laurence K
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France
Wonderful cruise with top staff
The crew have done their utmost to make us feel at home on board. We saw a lot of pelagics during the cruise, a warm towel and delicious snacks, sometimes hot chocolate, were waiting for us after each dive. The staff even rinsed and shampooed all our gear at the end of our stay. A real treat!
- Recommended for
- gastronomy. great sense of hospitality of the crew members. hot towels after each dive.
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- 9.2 Superb
- Sep V
- Netherlands
We got a fantastic experience from the crew and felt very welcome!
From start to finish a very hospitable and motivated team (which really came across as a team) that gave you a very welcome feeling, a small drink and/or snack after every activity. A full program with many activities. We had a 4 night cruise so it is very nice to experience a lot. Guide was very good and enthusiastic. Food and drink was excellent. My wife is vegetarian and there was certainly enough attention for that, although the vegetarian dishes could sometimes be a little more original (although we understand that on a ship with small occupancy the possibilities are limited). What also surprised us was that our fellow passengers were usually on the same page: mainly going for the nature experience and little fuss. All very nice, down-to-earth people!
- Recommended for
- Full program with many (diverse) activities. Very welcoming crew, really made you feel very welcome. Excellent guide who spoke enthusiastically about the nature in the galapagos.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Henrik W
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Germany
An absolute amazing experience I will never forget.
The entire trip was a highlight and the Galaxy Diver crew and Galápagos Islands kept on giving one amazing surprise after another.
- Recommended for
- Friendliness and service of the crew, the wildlife abundance of the sea life, the very delicious food.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Amy R
- United States
Unforgettable Galapagos Vacation!
Despite an unexpected bout of seasickness, this trip was sublime. The itinerary and description was exactly as described and in most cases exceeded our expectations. We were clearly told the day's plans including excursion details and the staff (Manuel, Anthony, Johnny, Edwin, etc) were ready to greet us when we returned and made sure that everything ran smoothly. Carmen, our naturalist, was a wealth of knowledge about the animals, flora and fauna. Thank you Galaxy Orion for an unforgettable trip.
- Recommended for
- Quality of naturalist guiding the excursions. Attentiveness of the staff to guests and cleanliness. Beautiful weather and itinerary.
