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The Galápagos Islands are an archipelago of volcanic islands distributed less than 600 miles west of continental Ecuador out in Pacific waters. This remote South American Yacht Charter destination is world renowned as an ecological oasis with crystal clear waters and completely uninhabited environments that are home to some of the most exotic species in the world.

A typical Galapagos Yacht Charter would be a weekly term charter that would tour the islands and anchor in the evenings or dock in a marina. This would be the type of charter where clients opt to take an international flight into Quito, Ecuador and then a short domestic flight with either Tame or Aerogal Airlines to the Galapagos. With a private yacht charter , you will be able to tailor your itinerary around flight arrangements and often car service is arranged to bring guests from the airport to their private yacht.

Since the majority of the region’s private yacht charter vessels are in high demand, it is recommended that guests book their trip at least 3-6 months prior to the charter and even up to a year if you are looking to book during a specific holiday such as Christmas.

One particular customs regulation for entering the Galapagos is a $100.00 fee for each guest that is collected at the airport. The only guests who are exempt to this fee are Ecuadorian residents and unless the fee payments are arranged in advance, the island only accepts cash. Traveler’s checks and credit cards are not valid forms of payment.

Despite being on the equator, the Galapagos is notorious for the remarkable mild climate and at times it can even be cold. While the weather conditions for viewing wildlife are optimum year round, December-May seem to be the best months for calmer winds and warmer ocean temperatures. To ensure the most authentic ecological adventure, speak to your yacht charter broker about arranging to have a stage II or III rated travel guide to incorporate to the captain’s itinerary.

A luxury yacht charter itinerary in the Galapagos will be arranged to fit your personal interests. Adventurous itineraries include hiking trails on the islands or kayaking near the shore searching for wildlife, while snorkeling and/or diving are an absolute must. A charter vacation will be able to retrace the steps of evolutionist Charles Darwin and the islands he had discovered while also venturing the more recent volcanic western islands where many cruise ships can’t go. A luxury yacht will be able to take you to the majestic islands of Isabela and Fernandina to the northeast island of Genovesa. Much like the Caribbean, every island you visit will be completely different experience and only a Luxury Galapagos Islands Yacht Charter Vacation will be able to include them all.