Evolution Cruise Ship
Luxury • Cruise Rating: 4.3/5
Overview:
The M/V Evolution is a classic Galápagos expedition yacht that blends timeless charm with comfort and functionality, creating an inviting and relaxed atmosphere onboard. With spacious social areas and a well-designed layout, it offers an intimate cruising experience ideal for exploring the islands in style. Designed for seamless daily excursions, the yacht carries three dinghies (pangas/zodiacs), two accommodating 16 passengers each and one accommodating 12 passengers, allowing for smooth and efficient landings at visitor sites.
Key Features:
- Classic 1920s style vessel with rich wood interiors
- Small ship experience with only 32 guests
- Sun deck with a Jacuzzi and indoor + outdoor dining
EVOLUTION PROMOTIONS & LAST MINUTE DEALS
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EVOLUTION RATES
| 2026 PRICES | |
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| 8 Days | |
| Deluxe Stateroom | US$9,950 |
| Premium Stateroom | US$10,600 |
| Suite | US$11,550 |
| Master Suite | US$11,950 |
| Charter | US$323,475 |
| 2027 PRICES | |
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| 8 Days | |
| Deluxe Stateroom | US$10,350 |
| Premium Stateroom | US$10,950 |
| Suite | US$11,950 |
| Master Suite | US$12,450 |
| Charter | US$334,970 |
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- Prices are per person in United States Dollars.
- Prices are subject to change without prior notice.
Additional Information
- 15% discount off the above rates (cruise only) for children 15 years and younger. Maximum of 3 children discounts per family, per booking. (discounts do not apply for Christmas and New Year's cruises)
- 75% Supplement surcharge for Single travelers on suites. 50% Single Supplement surcharge applies to all other staterooms.
- 100% Single Supplement applies to all staterooms for Christmas and New Year’s cruises.
Rates Include
- Expert guidance and service from your own personal Expedition Designer
- Comprehensive pre-and post-cruise information material
- Galapagos National Park entrance fee*
- Internet / Wi-Fi Connection throughout the cruise
- Galapagos Transit Control Card*
- Naturalist guides & activities throughout the cruise
- All transfers (with rest of group) while in Galapagos
- Select wines, local beer, cocktails, spirits, soft drinks, juice, coffee, hot chocolate, water and tea are included throughout the cruise
- Lectures and entertainment onboard
- Snorkeling equipment (masks, snorkels & fins) and wetsuits (3mm long wetsuit)
- Kayaks, Paddle Boards & Equipment
- Subject to change underneath all the inclusions.
Not Included
- International air tickets to either Quito or Guayaquil, Ecuador
- Gratuities to guides, crew and staff
- Extra expenses (communication, laundry, souvenirs, etc.)
- Trip insurance and medical evacuation insurance
- Premium brands of wines, beer or spirits
- Mainland Ecuador arrangements (we’d be delighted to arrange these for you)
- Flight ticket round trip to Galapagos
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EVOLUTION ITINERARIES
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IN THE STEPS OF PIRATES & DARWIN - 8 DAYS CRUISE
IN THE STEPS OF PIRATES & DARWIN - 8 DAYS CRUISE
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| SAT | AM | Baltra: 1 Arrival to Baltra Airport and Transfer to the boat |
| PM | 2 Daphne Minor | |
| SUN | AM | Isabela Island: 3 Vicente Roca Point |
| PM | Fernandina Island: 4 Espinoza Point | |
| MON | AM | Isabela Island: 5 Urbina Bay |
| PM | Isabela Island: 6 Tagus Cove | |
| TUE | AM | 7 Bartholomew Island |
| PM | Santiago Island: 8 Sullivan Bay | |
| WED | AM | Santa Cruz Island: 9 Bachas Beach |
| PM | 10 Rabida | |
| THU | AM | Santa Cruz Island: 11 Fausto Llerena Breeding Center |
| PM | Santa Cruz Island: 12 Highlands | |
| FRI | AM | Española Island: 13 Suarez Point |
| PM | Española Island: 14 Gardner Bay/Islet | |
| SAT | AM | San Cristobal Island: 15 Gianni Arismendy Interpretation Center San Cristobal Island: 16 Kicker Rock |
| PM | San Cristobal Island: 17 Transfer to San Cristobal Airport | |
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FOOTSTEPS BACK IN THE TIME - 8 DAYS CRUISE
FOOTSTEPS BACK IN THE TIME - 8 DAYS CRUISE
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| SAT | AM | San Cristobal Island: 1 Arrival in San Cristobal Airport and Transfer to the boat |
| PM | San Cristobal Island: 2 Witch Hill | |
| SUN | AM | 3 South Plaza |
| PM | Santa Cruz Island: 4 Carrion Point 5 Mosquera islet | |
| MON | AM | 6 Chinese Hat Islet |
| PM | Santiago Island: 7 Egas Port | |
| TUE | AM | Genovesa Island: 8 Darwin Bay |
| PM | Genovesa Island: 9 Prince Phillip’s Steps | |
| WED | AM | 10 North Seymour |
| PM | 11 Santa Fe Island | |
| THU | AM | Floreana Island: 12 Post Office Bay |
| PM | Floreana Island: 13 Cormorant Point Floreana Island: 14 Champion Islet OR Floreana Island: 15 Devil's Crown | |
| FRI | AM | Santa Cruz Island: 16 Fausto Llerena Breeding Center |
| PM | Santa Cruz Island: 17 Highlands Santa Cruz Island: 18 Twin Craters | |
| SAT | AM | Santa Cruz Island: 19 Black Turtle Cove Baltra: 20 Transfer to Baltra Airport |
Please note: Itineraries are unlikely to change significantly but are subject to change. Weather, wildlife breeding, instructions from the Galapagos National Park, specific abilities and interests of passengers as well as operational matters may cause your guide or captain to change the time or nature of visits. Your guide will always endeavor to select the best itinerary within these limits....
EVOLUTION DECK PLANS
| TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS | |
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| Year of construction: | 2005 |
| Type: | Cruise Ship |
| Category: | |
| Length: | 192 ft (58.5m) |
| Beam: | 29 ft (89m) |
| Capacity: | 32 passengers |
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| Draft: | SN |
| Main engines: | Caterpillar 3512 TITA 1300hp |
| On Board: | Bar, Jacuzzi, Library, Hairdryer |
| Max speed: | 12 knots |
| Crew: | 17 crew members, up to 3 naturalist guides, plus 1 cruise director and 1 doctor. Guest to guide ratio 10:1. |
| Safety & Navigation: | EPIRB (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon), 4 x 25 person open sea life rafts, life jackets, flares and signals, fire extinguishing system, and sprinkler system throughout the vessel. Safety equipment on board either meets or exceeds USA Coast Guard regulations |
