Isabela II

Isabela II

Isabela II: A larger first-class yacht with upscale touches and an educational focus

Days: 7 & 5 | From: $4,604/per person

The Isabela II is a 40-passenger first class yacht. This stylish boat is fully air conditioned and offers ample social areas on its three decks, including a bar and lounge, dining room, and a sun deck with a bar, Jacuzzi, and solarium. The ship also has a glass-bottom boat, providing additional opportunities to observe the local marine life. With three high quality naturalist guides aboard, the Isabela II is an elegant and inviting way to explore the Galapagos.

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Vessel Information

Accommodations

  • The Isabela II has 1 Owner’s Cabin on the upper deck (180 square feet), 18 Classic Cabins on the cabin deck (138 square feet, twin beds), and 1 Standard Cabin on the cabin deck (128 square feet, double bed).
  • All cabins have private bathrooms, individual climate controls and ample storage space for clothing and luggage.
  • Groups & Charters: This yacht is also available for private charter or for small groups of friends or family. Its 20 cabins can accommodate up to 40 people. Inquire for more details.

Available Activities (Depending On Itinerary)

  • Hiking
  • Snorkeling
  • Zodiac Rides
  • Kayaking
  • Stand Up Paddleboarding

Yacht Specifications

  • Construction: refurbished in 2000
  • Type: Deluxe Motor Yacht
  • Length: 166 ft. / 54 mts.
  • Beam: 38 ft. / 12 mts.
  • Engines: 2 x GM Detroit Diesel 900 BHP
  • Speed: 10 knots
  • Accommodations: 1 Master Cabin, 18 Classic Cabins, and 1 Standard Cabin, all with private facilities
  • Crew: Captain, 3 Bilingual Naturalist Guides, Medical Officer, plus 23 crew members

Northwestern Itinerary (5 days)

Thursday
Arrive to Baltra / Charles Darwin Research Station (Santa Cruz)

Friday
Bartolome / Sullivan Bay (Santiago)

Saturday
Dragon Hill (Santa Cruz) / Buccaneer Cove (Santiago)

Sunday
Punta Vicente Roca (Isabela) / Punta Espinoza (Fernandina)

Monday
Return to Mainland

Northeastern Itinerary (5 days)

Monday
Arrive to Baltra / Santa Cruz Highlands

Tuesday
Puerto Egas (Santiago) / Chinese Hat

Wednesday
Genovesa: Prince Philip’s Steps / Darwin Bay

Thursday
Santa Fe / South Plaza Island

Friday
Return to Mainland

Southeastern and Western Itinerary (7 days)

Friday
Arrive to Baltra / Las Bachas (Santa Cruz)

Saturday
San Cristobal:  Punta Pitt / Cerro Colorado

Sunday
Española: Gardner Bay / Punta Suarez

Monday
Floreana: Cormorant Point / Post Office Bay &  Baroness Cove

Tuesday
Punta Moreno (Isabela) / Punta Mangle (Fernandina)

Wednesday
Eden Islet / North Seymour

Thursday
Return to Mainland

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Pricing

Trip length: 7 day & 5 day itineraries

Max number of passengers: 40, in 20 cabins

Prices 2026:

Included: All meals, guides & activities, soft drinks, juice, coffee and tea, wetsuit rental, snorkeling gear

Not included: Park fees (about $220 per person), Galapagos airfare (about $600 per person), fuel surcharges, holiday surcharge (variable)

5 day cruise:

Owner’s Cabin: $4,813 per person

Classic Cabin: $4,604 per person

Standard Cabin (single): $4,341 per person

7 day cruise:

Owner’s Cabin: $6,427 per person

Classic Cabin: $6,137 per person

Standard Cabin (single): $5,786 per person

Single Supplement: Twin / Double Cabins for single use incur a 50% surcharge (100% during peak season) of the price per person

Children 6 – 11 years old and sharing a cabin with their parents or guardians are eligible for a 10% discount (one child per adult). Child rates do not apply during peak season.

Charters: from $132,529 (5 days), $127,190 (7 days)

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The four naturalists on the Isabela II were very good and by and large, spoke excellent English.

Thomas Campbell

Isabela II was great. The crew and Naturalists were very polite and helpful.

George Muth

Isabela II was a great ship. Seemed like a good size... felt very well taken care of- food was excellent.

Alejandro Kitzis

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