Yolita Cruise Ship, Galapagos
- from $ 526 / day
- 8.9 Fabulous
- 11 Verified Reviews 11 Verified Reviews
- Flexible Booking



















With just eight cabins and 16 guests per trip, the Yolita lets you enjoy the splendours of the Galapagos in an intimate and friendly setting. The spacious en suite cabins all have air conditioning and large windows. Head to the upper deck to bask in the sunshine or chill out on the lounge chairs of the covered deck. Indoor common areas include a TV lounge, a bar, and a dining room. Dine on international favourites or Ecuadorian specialities. The onboard certified naturalist can tell you loads about the area’s wildlife, and the free-to-use wetsuits and snorkelling gear let you get even closer to an assortment of captivating underwater life. Beach towels are also available to use for no extra charge.
Discover the many charms of the Galapagos on a 7, 10, or 17-day adventure aboard the Yolita. Getting to the Yolita is hassle-free, as a night in Quito at the start of the trip and domestic flights to the Galapagos Islands is included in the price. Highlights of the 17-day cruise include spotting flamingos and sea lions at Bachas Beach, bird watching at Darwin Bay, seeing the volcanic landscapes of Bartolomé Island, hiking to the Sierra Negra Volcano, seeing iguanas at Fernandina Island, strolling the sands of Playa Espumilla, snorkelling at Kicker Rock, marveling at the huge Galapagos tortoises at the Charles Darwin Research Station, and much more. The shorter cruises visit various islands, and all voyages offer amazing wildlife spotting and fun activities.
The attentive staff members of the Yolita are waiting to greet you and to help you to make many fantastic memories. Reserve your dates by booking online or calling us and get set to have a vacation to remember.
Choose your departure date adventure cruise | snorkelling only
Included: VAT, Airport Transfer, Local Flights, Drinking Water, Tea & Coffee, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Land Excursions, Naturalist Guide, Snorkel Gear, Cabin Towels.
Optional Extras: Gratuities, National Park Fees (100 EUR), Visas and Fees (20 EUR), 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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Boat features
Food & Drinks
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
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

Boat Specifications
- Length 35m
- Beam 8m
- Cruising speed 9 Knots
- Max guests 16
- Number of cabins 8
- Number of bathrooms 8
Boat Navigation and Safety
Yolita Reviews
- 8.9 Fabulous
- 11 Verified Reviews
- Vessel 8.7
- Crew 8.7
- Food 9.5
- Activities 9.3
- Value 8.4
Amazing experience in Galapagos
We saw many animals very closely, both on the ground and in the sea. The itinerary was very well planned, and the guide was excellent. The group was great too, nobody created any trouble and everyone was willing to help each other.
- Recommended for
- Guide, animals, itinerary
incredible animal encounters.
Great animal sightings on land and in the water. Enthusiastic, friendly and knowledgeable guide and crew.
- Recommended for
- Itinerary, guide and crew, boat size.
fantastic cruise around Galapagos islands
Abundance of wildlife on land and whilst snorkelling.
- Recommended for
- Snorkelling with turtles, sealions, sharks. Food was very good and generous servings. Friendly and helpful CEO and crew.
Excellent Galapgos tour on Yolita
Snorkelling with turtles, manta rays, sharks, penguins, marine iguanas and sea lions and seeing all the amazing birdlife!
- Recommended for
- Wonderful professional Guide, excellent boat, perfect itinerary.
Animals and humans living in harmony
The amazing experience interacting with animals. As enjoying the good company of other guests and crew
- Recommended for
- 1) Optimized land and water activities 2) the CEO guide high knowledge and availability 3) the friendly crew
Yolita exceeded all our expectations.
Wildlife! Everything on my list!
- Recommended for
- Guide, crew and location.
Much better than my expectation
Learn how to get accustomed to snorkeling.
- Recommended for
- professional guide on birds and animals, snorkel, good companion among tourists
It was an awesome experience - great guides, snorkeling, surprisingly good food, friendly crew and a larger than expected cabin.
swimming with sea lions, visiting the huge land turtles, snorkeling with the fish, watching the blue footed boobies in their courtship dance
- Recommended for
- snorkeling, island tours, food
Full interactive immersion and relaxation in nature and comfort.
Alternating hiking and snorkeling activities, combined with fresh healthy and fulfilling meals, are expertly coordinated and managed. Julian's passion for sharing his knowlege and love of his native natural environment, the hospitality and dedication of the crew made this a truly wonderful experience.
- Recommended for
- The focus of this cruise was to enjoy and sustain the beauty and wonder of the nature of the Galapagos. In between activities the staff of Yolita II welcomed us to a clean, nourishing, hospitable and restful haven.l
Awesome
Wildlife
- Recommended for
- Guide was excellent, knowledgeable and enthusiastic. Food was good and lots of it. Activities were well paced.