Solaris Cruise Ship, Galapagos
9.3 Superb
- Free Internet
- En-Suite bathrooms
- Family Cabins
“Once in a lifetime experience to swim with a penguin, sea lions and turtles etc.”
Highlights
New for 2019, the MY Solaris yacht was perfectly designed for first-class cruises in the Galapagos Islands. With state-of-the-art amenities and modern comforts, the Solaris Galapagos can cater to up to 16 guests in 11 en-suite cabins. On the upper deck are 3 cabins with a queen bed plus a single bed and 2 with a queen bed plus a double sofa bed. On the main deck are 1 double and 5 single cabins, making the Solaris one of the few yachts in the Galapagos, which caters to solo travelers with no single supplement. All cabins feature wardrobes, a writing desk, charging ports, reading lights, and panoramic ocean views.
Bright social areas throughout the yacht make great spaces to relax between dives. The indoor lounge is bright and inviting, with comfortable sofas, a dining room, a TV, a fully stocked bar, a library, and a games area. An open-air terrace on the main deck is perfect for enjoying a cocktail while admiring the stunning Galapagos landscapes. On the upper deck is the sun deck with comfortable loungers and an al-fresco dining area where mouthwatering cuisine is freshly prepared and served by the professional chef.
The M/Y Solaris yacht offers distinctive itineraries throughout the Galapagos, which make optimal use of your time in the islands, with visits to 2 sites per day. The onboard expert Naturalist Guide brings nature to life as you enjoy unexpected encounters with unique Galapagos wildlife. Two small inflatable dinghies make boarding and disembarking the yacht easier and faster, increasing the chances of spotting wildlife along the way. Cruises are from 4 days long and can be extended to combine itineraries to make the most of your time in the Galapagos.
Personal attention from the welcoming crew will make all guests feel right at home. Book online today to reserve your Galapagos small-ship cruise.
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Included: VAT, Airport Transfer, Drinking Water, Tea & Coffee, 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).
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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Solaris Reviews
- 9.3 Superb
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Vessel
9.4
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Crew
9.0
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Food
9.7
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Activities
9.1
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Value
9.2
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Karen H
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Ecuador
would recommend highly to anybody
excellent - see above
- Recommended for
- the guide and the crew went above and beyond to help my husband who has some mobility issues enjoy all the activities. The cabin was very comfortable and well air conditioned. the crew in all capacities were terrific.
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- 8.4 Very good
- Lora N
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United States
So much wildlife; an amazing crew and boat
The snorkeling was amazing we saw so much wildlife. The crew was very friendly and helpful
- Recommended for
- Activities, boat, location
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- 10 Exceptional
- Rebecca C
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United States
Once in a lifetime experience!
New and clean boat! Well thought out planning.
- Recommended for
- People we met, guide, staff
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- 10 Exceptional
- Tanya R
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United States
Well organized daily events, professional crew and expert guide created an outstanding experience.
This is the best tour I’ve ever had. The abundance of animal life and their comfort with humans made up close observations plentiful. Learning about the ecosystem, ecological history and evolution of the species in the backdrop of such a beautiful environment made learning fun and exciting.
- Recommended for
- Our guide was outstanding! So knowledgeable and fascinating.. Each excursion was so different and unique.. The guide and crew prioritized safety in everything we did..
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Jonathan G
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United Kingdom
Very Satisfactory
No specific single highlight. Just good all round.
- Recommended for
- Food, Quality of guide, size of cabin
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- 10 Exceptional
- Rae S
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United States
We could not have had a better time
The guide and crew on the Solaris could not have taken better care of us. The food was excellent and the rooms so spacious and comfortable!
- Recommended for
- The guide and crew. The food. Our cabin.
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- 9.2 Superb
- David H
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United Kingdom
Awesome wildlife experience from the comfort of a luxury cruise
An excellent luxury cruise with organised activities to explore the Galapagos from land and sea. Very comfortable cabin and lounge areas and an exquisite culinary experience with different types of fresh fish and seafood every day. Access to and from the islands was very easy and very safe with the help of an expert crew and a welcoming hand into and out of the ribs. The variety and accessibility of the wildlife was very bit as amazing as I had been led to believe. However, swimming with turtles will be my longest lasting memory.
- Recommended for
- The food on board was delicious. The staff were all friendly and helpful. Being aboard the Solaris gave us easy access to different islands in the Galapagos.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Samir P
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United States
Amazing once in a lifetime type of experience!
One of my favorite vacations! Got to snorkel alongside giant turtles, swimming iguanas and sea lions! Guide was excellent at teaching us about the biology and geology of the Galapagos. Incredible experience all around.
- Recommended for
- Guide was amazing! Incredibly knowledgeable and friendly!. Activities planned just right. Full days to see many things, but with just right amount of downtime.. Great vegetarian food!.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Kim L
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Netherlands
Really amazing experience
I saw so many animals, loved the snorkling and also the hikes on the islands. Absolutely gorgeous!
- Recommended for
- I had a wonderful stay on the Solaris. The Galapagos are definitely worth it! The islands are secluded and I feel we did a lot of great activities while being on the Solaris. The only downside that's not really clear from the itinerary, if you do the full week of the B itinerary there is 1 day where you don't do very much because some people leave the boat and others come in board they only do the 4 day trip. So that feels like a lost day. The rest of the itinerary was great. And the boat itself is super luxurious with a great crew!
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- 10 Exceptional
- Kirsten P
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United States
The Trip of a Lifetime
The 8 days I spent on Solaris exceeded my (already high) expectations. The ship is gorgeous and the crew and guides are exceptional. As a solo traveler, Galapagos always seemed out of reach because ships with a single berth option are limited. So when I discovered Solaris I felt like I found the needle in the proverbial haystack. Everything about this adventure, from the booking, to the pickup at the airport, to the onboard experience was seamless and stress free. In addition to the normal safety measures for a ship, the Covid precautions were also exceptional. The entire staff and crew were vaccinated, as were all my fellow shipmates. I had 8 days in this little Solaris bubble where we could almost pretend the pandemic wasn't happening. There were so many moments of just pure, unadulterated joy on this trip. The Galapagos were always going to be amazing, but Solaris and her crew (and my wonderful shipmates!) made it unforgettable.
- Recommended for
- 1. The Galapagos! 2. The accommodations 3. The crew
