We are extremely confident that nothing that you have previously experienced on your travels around the globe will compare to the living museum of evolution that is the Galápagos Islands.
This is your chance to swim and snorkel with Pacific green turtles, seals and Galápagos penguins. You can also hike across ancient lava flows looking for land birds made famous by Charles Darwin. In addition, you can admire the unique Red-footed, Blue-footed and Nazca Boobies and see the endemic Waved Albatross on Española. There is also the opportunity to encounter the majestic and boulder-like Galapagos giant tortoises in the wild and explore natural and underground lava tunnels, not to mention the spectacle of the fascinating diving marine iguanas.
Darwin was spot-on - these islands reflect an ecosystem and illustrate the evolutionary process like nowhere else. This destination is all about mother nature, not just the largest tortoises on Earth, but the chance to stroll among lazy sea lions basking on beaches and hike the cindery caldera of the Cerro Negro Volcano. Why not go on a guided walk with a conservation expert and a marine biologist - the wildlife here has no fear of humans. Whether you are a twitcher, a botanist or simply just curious, expect to be spellbound by the islands that time forgot.
Most Galápagos luxury cruises are seven days in duration and are different to normal luxury cruises in that they will tend to visit two locations each day to enhance your opportunities to view the breath-taking wildlife, flora and fauna in close proximity. Whilst visiting this remote part of our world we would also recommend considering doing a pre-or post-land tour to Machu Picchu or the Andean region of Ecuador.
Of the few luxury ships that have the permission to sail in these protected waters, one of the most eagerly anticipated has been the new Silver Origin from Silversea. The beauty of the Galápagos Islands and the beauty of luxury cruising come together with the birth of the Silver Origin. Never has a luxury cruise ship been designed with a specific destination in mind, and she is one of only two ships designed and built for the Galapagos. Silver Origin's unique design guarantees a more intimate Galápagos experience for all her guests.
The Silver Origin is also a pioneering testament to Silversea's commitment for deeper, more immersive travel experiences. Her state-of-the-art technology and revolutionary static positioning system will ensure total environmental protection, whilst floor-to-ceiling windows in all public areas and all-suite accommodations mean that Silver Origin will be by far the most engaging and stylish way to see the Galápagos Islands. With just 100 guests on board she proves that smaller really does get you closer to the authentic beauty of this fascinating part of our fragile world.
The other ship designed for the Galápagos Islands is the lovely Celebrity Flora from the premium cruise line Celebrity Cruises.
At Sovereign, we cannot recommend a luxury Galápagos cruise enough. Every one of our clients that has returned from this spellbinding archipelago has been greatly impressed by what they have experienced. Please contact us today so that we can assist you in planning the perfect Galápagos luxury cruise for you at the guaranteed best fare.
