Natural Paradise

Natural Paradise: A 16 passenger luxury vessel

Days: 8, 5 & 4 | From: $3,245/per person

Elegant and comfortable, the Natural Paradise is a great vessel for exploring the Galapagos. Four of her nine cabins feature private balconies. Social areas include a beautiful teak sundeck with a Jacuzzi and a cozy al fresco dining area. On the main deck you will find a spacious lounge and dining room. Snorkeling equipment, wetsuits and sea kayaks are available on board.

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Vessel Information

Accommodations

Cabin Information 

  • 2 Upper Deck Suites, 355 sq. ft., matrimonial bed, picture windows, private balcony
  • 2 Upper Deck Jr. Suites, 226 sq. ft., matrimonial or twin beds, picture windows, private balcony
  • 1 Main Deck Jr. Suite, 355 sq. ft., matrimonial bed, picture windows
  • 2 Main Deck Standard Cabins, 172 sq. ft., matrimonial or twin beds, picture windows
  • 2 Lower Deck Standard Cabins, 215 sq. ft., matrimonial or twin beds, porthole windows
  • 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 9 cabins can accommodate up to 16 people. Inquire for more details.

Available Activities (Depending On Itinerary)

  • Hiking
  • Snorkeling
  • Zodiac Rides
  • Kayaking

Yacht Specifications

  • Construction: completed in 2016
  • Length: 111 feet / 34 meters
  • Beam: 26 feet / 8 meters
  • Draft: 4 feet / 1. 40 meters
  • Engines: Cummins 2 X 400 HP / 1800 RPM
  • Speed: 14 knots
  • Gross Tonnage: 145 Tons
  • Generators: 2 X 50 Kw
  • Capacity: 16 passengers + 10 Crew members
  • Safety and Navigation: FURUNO Radar, GPS, Depth sounders, ACR radio, VHF – DSS radio, ABC Fire Extinguishers, all required navigation equipment

Itinerary A (8 days)

Tuesday
Arrive to San Cristóbal / Kicker Rock

Wednesday
South Plaza / Black Turtle Cove

Thursday
Rabida / Bartholomew Island

Friday
Sullivan Bay (Santiago) / Dragon Hill (Santa Cruz)

Saturday
Santa Cruz: Highlands / Breeding Center

Sunday
Genovesa: El Barranco / Darwin Bay

Monday
Espumilla Beach / Buccaneer Cove / Egas Port

Tuesday
Bachas Beach (Santa Cruz) / Return to Mainland

Itinerary B (8 days)

Tuesday
Arrive to Baltra / North Seymour Island

Wednesday
Punta Vicente Roca (Isabela) / Espinosa Point (Fernandina)

Thursday
Isabela: Urbina Bay / Moreno Point

Friday
Isabela: Sierra Negra / Wall of Tears or Breeding Station

Saturday
Sombrero Chino / Borrero Bay

Sunday
Floreana: Post Office Bay / Cormorant Point & Champion Islet

Monday
Española: Suarez Point / Gardner Bay

Tuesday
Lobos Islet / Return to Mainland

Itinerary A (5 days)

Tuesday
Arrive to San Cristóbal / Kicker Rock

Wednesday
North Seymour / South Plaza

Thursday
Rabida / Bartholomew Island

Friday
Sullivan Bay (Santiago) / Dragon Hill (Santa Cruz)

Saturday
Santa Cruz: Highlands / Return to Mainland

Itinerary A (4 days)

Saturday
Arrive to Baltra / Breeding Center

Sunday
Genovesa: El Barranco / Darwin Bay

Monday
Espumilla Beach / Buccaneer Cove / Egas Port

Tuesday
Bachas Beach (Santa Cruz) / Return to Mainland

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Pricing

Trip length: 8, 5, and 4 day itineraries

Max number of passengers: 16, in 9 cabins

Prices 2025:

Included: All meals, guides & activities, soft drinks, juice, coffee and tea, use of snorkeling equipment, wet suits, kayaks & use of underwater camera

Not included: Park fees (about $220 per person), Galapagos airfare (about $600 per person), gratuities

Prices are for Suite/Junior Suite/Standard

4 day cruise: $4,145/$3,645/$3,245 per person

5 day cruise: $5,845/$5,345/$4,645 per person

8 day cruise: $9,345/$8,345/$7,145 per person

Children 11 years old and under receive a 10% discount (one child discount per adult)

Single Supplement 80%

Christmas & New Year Supplement: please contact us for details

Charters: from $49,450 (4 day), $69,450 (5 day), $108,450 (8 days)

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The cabin on the Natural Paradise cruise ship which we used for the Galapagos portion of our trip was really nice, and the crew was cheerful and helpful.

John Kuebler

Our room on board the Natural Paradise vessel in the Galapagos was also excellent.

Kelly & Kathy

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