Features & Onboard Experience: Redefining Luxury Galápagos Cruises

The Galápagos Hermes sets a new benchmark for luxury Galápagos cruises, offering an intimate world-class sailing experience. It is a twin-hull catamaran, built for stability at sea and with the kind of spaciousness you'd expect of a superyacht, yet with enough agility to get to the most remote of visitor sites.

Ultra-exclusive capacity: Strictly limited to 20 guests on board.

1:1 Crew-to-Guest ratio: 20 dedicated crew members providing the very intuitive, anticipatory level of hospitality you'd expect.

Superior stability: The dual-hull engineering means it rolls far less than a single hull and thus causes far less motion sickness.

Every accommodation on the Hermes yacht is a private and romantic oceanfront getaway. The staterooms are all designed with floor-to-ceiling panoramic glass, private outdoor balconies, and in-suite hot tubs, making it the ideal choice for a secluded Galápagos honeymoon cruise or a very special luxury getaway.

Key Features of the 11 Suites

Private Ocean Balconies: Each stateroom has its own open-air terrace for the sea breeze and for sunrise views.

Indoor Ocean View Jacuzzi: Private in-suite Jacuzzis set against floor-to-ceiling glass for thermal relaxation with the marine reserve as the backdrop.

Generous suite sizes: King/Twin suites at 35m² (377 sq ft), Single suites at 22m² (237 sq ft), and the signature Owner's Suite at 70m² (753 sq ft) with an expanded double Jacuzzi.

Hospitality standards are modeled after the world's most renowned boutique hotels and seamlessly tailored to a boutique Galápagos catamaran cruise.

Dedicated Butler Service & Guest Hospitality

Dedicated Stateroom Butlers: Two butlers are assigned to attend to suite guests throughout the voyage.

White-glove inclusions: Full luggage assistance (complimentary packing and unpacking), hot tub prep, and private in-suite dining.

Personalized Minibar: Stocked prior to boarding according to individual preference sheets and replenished daily.

A culinary exploration that is focused on fresh and sustainable Ecuadorian ingredients and international fine dining gastronomy.

Signature Dining Concepts & Lounges

Executive Chef: Menus are created by a master Ecuadorian chef with a background in Michelin-starred and Relais & Châteaux kitchens.

Paradiso Restaurant: The formal indoor salon for the multi-course plated dinner and sommelier-matched wine.

Sole e Luna (Al Fresco): An open-air dining terrace for panoramic grilled lunches and sunset appetizers.

In-house Beverage Program: Signature house wines, premium cocktails, and specialty coffee/tea available 24/7.

The only vessel of its kind in the archipelago that features facilities designed for the guests’ physical recovery after demanding hikes and marine excursions.

Ocean-View Hammam & Spa Facilities

Turkish Hammam: A steam bath with direct ocean-facing windows.

Massage Therapy Suite: A private treatment room that offers deep-tissue therapy, soothing wraps, and muscle relaxation.

Library & Panoramic Lounge: Climate-controlled communal areas for evening expedition briefings and quiet reading.

Wet and dry landings are scheduled to avoid the crowds, with full-charter options available for private family expeditions or corporate groups.

Small-Group Excursion Logistics

Intimate Guide Ratio: 10 guests maximum per certified bilingual naturalist guide in the Galápagos National Park.

Included exploration gear: Professional snorkel masks, fins, premium wetsuits, sea kayaks, stand-up paddleboards (SUPs), and trekking poles.

Galápagos Cruise Prices & Charter Options

Individual FIT Bookings: Transparent Galápagos cruise prices with departures guaranteed from as few as 2 passengers.

Galápagos Private Yacht Charter: For families or small private parties who are seeking complete seclusion, the Galápagos Hermes is available for a full-vessel charter for up to 20 guests, complete with a bespoke daily sailing schedule.