Monserrat Cruise Ship, Galapagos

Excellent diving and guidance

“Lots of up close opportunities to see and experience the Galapagos wildlife. The crew were very kind and attentive and always read…”

Brian H, United States United States
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Highlights

  • Flexible itineraries
  • 2 guides lead excursions for a 10 to 1 passenger-to-guide ratio
  • Free stand-up paddleboarding and kayaking
  • Free cooking and cocktail lessons

The M/Y Monserrat is a 28-meter/91-foot long boat taking 20 passengers in 10 cabins (8 doubles and 2 doubles/triples) on adventure cruises in Galapagos. All cabins are air-conditioned and are equipped with a safe, a hair dryer, a wardrobe, and private bathrooms. The Monserrat has a passenger-to-guide ratio of 10 to 1, one of the highest in the archipelago, guaranteeing more detailed explanations during the excursions when operating at full capacity. The M/Y Monserrat also offers guests various activities, like land hikes led by knowledgeable naturalist guides and exciting snorkeling or swimming sessions. In addition, there are stand-up paddleboards and kayaks for free and cooking and cocktail lessons at no extra cost.

The M/Y Montserrat offers 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12, and 15-day itineraries to accommodate everyone’s needs and preferences. Monserrat’s itineraries include at least one of the Galapagos’ Highlights, such as Isabela, Fernandina, Genovesa, Española, and Floreana. In this manner, you can observe incredible species such as Albatrosses, Blue and Red-Footed Boobies, Galapagos Tortoises and sharks, sea turtles, sting rays, and more.

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Included: VAT, Fuel Surcharge, Port Fees, Drinking Water, Tea & Coffee, Welcome Cocktails, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Kayaks, Land Excursions, Naturalist Guide, Snorkel Gear, Snorkeling Guide, Stand Up Paddleboard, Beach Towels, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries.

Required Extras: Domestic Flight Non-Issuance Fee (50 USD), National Park Fees (100-200 USD), Visas and Fees (20 USD).

Optional Extras: Gratuities, Airport Transfer, Hotel Transfer, Local Flights (525 USD), Alcoholic Beverages, Soft drinks, Half-Board Meal Plan, Laundry / Pressing Services.

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Boat features

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Audio & video entertainment
  • Air Conditioned saloon
  • Aircon Cabins
  • Sun Deck
  • Indoor Saloon
  • Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
  • Warm Water Showers
  • Outdoor Dining
  • En-Suite bathrooms
  • Non-Smoking Rooms
  • Family Cabins
  • Seaview Cabins
  • Kayaks On-Board
  • Snorkeling Equipment
  • Dedicated Local & International Crew
  • Naturalist Guide
  • Leisure Deck
  • Observation Deck
  • Bar
  • BBQ Area
  • Available for Charter

Food & Drinks

  • Western Food
  • Local Food
  • Vegetarian Options
  • Beer available
  • Snacks All Day
  • Vegan Options
  • Free Soft Drinks
  • Wine Available
  • Set Menu Dinner
  • Fine Cuisine
  • Welcome Cocktails
  • Al Fresco Dining

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.


Gear Rental

There is equipment available to rent on this boat. Please provide your rental needs on the booking form.
You will need to pay for the rental gear on board of the boat. Show prices.


Drawings & Vessel Layouts

#deckplan floorplan

Boat Specifications

  • Year built 2005
  • Year renovated 2021
  • Length 28 meters
  • Beam 7 meters
  • Top speed 12 knots
  • Cruising speed 8 knots
  • Engines 2 Cummins Engines
  • Max guests 20
  • Number of cabins 10
  • Number of bathrooms 10
  • Tenders 1 Detroit Diesel 12V71 & 1 Detroit Diesel 8V-92
  • Water capacity 3000 gallons
  • Fuel capacity 2700 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

Monserrat Reviews

  • 9.2 Superb
  1. Vessel
    8.8
  2. Crew
    9.1
  3. Food
    9.8
  4. Activities
    9.6
  5. Value
    8.9
  • 9.6 Exceptional
  • Brian H
  • United States United States
Great way to experience the Galapagos

Lots of up close opportunities to see and experience the Galapagos wildlife. The crew were very kind and attentive and always ready to help. Be aware that the boat travels at night and can be loud enough to keep you up.

Recommended for
Wildlife opportunities, knowledgeable guides, attentive staff
  • 10 Exceptional
  • Kathy S
  • United States United States
This cruise was a life changing experience

The highlights were snorkeling, learning all about the wildlife and geology of the Galapagos Islands and meeting such wonderful people.

Recommended for
The best parts were the staff, the activities and becoming friends with the other guests.
  • 9.2 Superb
  • Laura B
  • United States United States
Awesome

Snorkeling with the sealions, seeing the booby birds and their mating dances, seeing sharks, a huge pod of dolphins and 2 Minke whales. Seeing the giant land tortoises and the sea turtles.

Recommended for
Excursions of seeing the sealife and wildlife, Pablo the naturalist was wonderful
  • 8.8 Fabulous
  • Svetlana N
  • United States United States
Excellent adventure-packed tour!

Seeing birds, marine mammals and enjoying the international group of fellow travelers. Guides were terrific.

Recommended for
Food, staff and the activities.
  • 8.0 Very good
  • Thomas L
  • United States United States
We saw a unique part of our world, shown to us by people who really care about it.

The Galapagos wildlife make the trip, and got to experience them in their home environments. From giant tortoises to Galapagos penguins to beautiful iguanas to the seas filled with myriad varieties of fish, it was a wonderful time.

Recommended for
I think we saw every creature we came to the Galapagos to see, and many we didn't know about. Our guides were helpful, frinedly and knowledgable, and we learned a lot. Everyone loved the food on board, whicch was plentiful, helathful and deliicious.
  • 8.8 Fabulous
  • Francesco R
  • Canada Canada
Packed with natural wonders to discover.

Watching mating rituals of blue-footed boobies & frigate birds.

Recommended for
Knowledgeable guides, friendly & helpful staff, very safe.
  • 9.2 Superb
  • Jorrit V
  • Netherlands Netherlands
Perfect way to enjoy the nature and animals.

Snorkeling with sharks, sea lions, turtles, rays etc. Just a very unforgettable trip. Javier was the best tour guide we’ve ever had.

Recommended for
1) Perfect guidance. For example during the snorkeling activities. You’re 100% safe. 2) The tour guide Javier. So much knowledge about the nature and all the animals. 3) Balance between activities and rest time.
  • 9.6 Exceptional
  • Alison D
  • Australia Australia
Awesome way to see the Galapagos

Trip of a lifetime, see as much as you can as all islands are different.

Recommended for
Crew and naturalists were brilliant, food was plentiful and delicious, great itinerary
  • 10 Exceptional
  • Wyss D
  • Switzerland Switzerland
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Swimming with sharks

Recommended for
Activities, personal and the amount of animals we saw.
  • 8.8 Fabulous
  • Megan M
  • Ireland Ireland
Great crew, great guests, great time!

Seeing flamingos and swimming with penguins

Recommended for
Snorkelling, sun deck, hikes