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Galapagos Trip Reviews

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These Galapagos trip reviews from our travelers and experts help you learn more about what a trip to the Galapagos Islands is really like. Read firsthand accounts and testimonials that rate the quality of ships and hotels, food, guides, activities and overall experience.

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Our comprehensive selection of Galapagos trip reviews is compiled from actual travelers and our own Galapagos experts to help you learn more about Galapagos trips.

Expert reviews and travel journals offer firsthand accounts of travelers on their trips, while Galapagos trip testimonials rate the quality of ships and hotels, food, guides, activities and the overall experience of travelers. Want to get past the fluff and flowery itinerary descriptions to learn what a Galapagos trip is really like? Our Galapagos Island trip reviews are the best place to start.

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A female traveler squats on the sand taking a photo with Hermes catamaran in the water behind her

Expert Aboard: Hermes Galapagos Review

This review of the 20-guest Hermes comes from our time aboard in the ship's first weeks of sailings. Read on to learn if this brand-new luxury catamaran is right for you. Plus, how it stacks up among other Galapagos catamarans and luxury yachts.

Lis Larson
Lis Larson Expert Since 2012
White and grey Small ship infinity anchored in the Galapagos on a cloudy day next to a small island

Expert Aboard: Infinity Galapagos Review

Thinking of the 20-guest Infinity in the Galapagos Islands? Read our expert's detailed review, and explore more Infinity Galapagos reviews from fellow travelers to discover what it's truly like aboard.

Grace Bosco
Grace Bosco Expert Since 2024

Expert Aboard: MV Evolution Galapagos Review

Our longtime travel specialist Leslie reviews the iconic Evolution yacht in her second trip to the Galapagos. Read her insights, then find even more MV Evolution Galapagos reviews from our travelers who’ve been aboard.

Leslie Camacho
Leslie Camacho Expert Since 2016
Group of travelers walk along green brush and black volcanic rocks on island hike in Galapagos, Elite and Endemic ships float in distance.

Expert Aboard: Elite & Endemic Galapagos Review

Learn about the Galapagos Endemic and Elite sister catamarans straight from our expert who was aboard. Find tips for picking a ship and choosing your cabin, plus what it's like on these luxury ships.

Jennifer Morse
Jennifer Morse Expert Since 2016
A sea lion basks on the beach on a sunny blue sky day, behind it are two pangas driving towards the Camila Galapagos trimaran, floating in the ocean

Expert Review: Horizon Galapagos Cruise

An AdventureSmith expert shares her thoughts and advice in this cruise review of sailing aboard the Galapagos Horizon (formerly known as Camila) after spending time aboard the 16-guest trimaran with action-packed days on land and in the sea, led by a fantastic crew and naturalist guide.

Kelly Gorrell
Kelly Gorrell Expert Since 2018
Under water snorkeler with two sea lions swimming behind him on a Galapagos small ship cruise

Expert Review: La Pinta Galapagos Cruise

This La Pinta Galapagos cruise review recaps an AdventureSmith expert’s time aboard the 48-guest La Pinta expedition ship and his numerous, incredible Galapagos wildlife encounters, from flying flamingos to algae-eating marine iguanas!

Peter Avedschmidt
Peter Avedschmidt
origin luxury galapagos ship sits on blue water with illuminated cliffs behind it

Expert Review: Origin Galapagos Cruise

This detailed review of what it’s like aboard the 20-guest Origin in the Galapagos Islands showcases not only the guides, yacht, wildlife and itinerary but also how it feels to be among a community of like-minded passengers.

Mary Montalbano
Mary Montalbano Expert Since 2017
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Galapagos Trip Reviews & Testimonials from Our Travelers

  • “Everything One Could Hope For”

    The Grace and her crew were everything one could hope for. Both the Grace and Napo Wildlife Center were wonderfully comfortable.

    E. Vanderzanden Rochester, NH

    OVERALL 5.0/5
    LODGING 5.0/5
    MEALS 4.0/5

  • “Once In A Lifetime Experience”

    Everything went like clockwork. The crew was great and our experiences on outings and on the boat were terrific.

    Pete S. San Diego, CA

    OVERALL 5.0/5
    LODGING 5.0/5
    MEALS 4.5/5

  • “We Loved the Snorkeling”

    It was the sharks and sea lions that we most enjoyed.

    Sylvia S. Headingley, MB

    OVERALL 5.0/5
    LODGING 5.0/5
    MEALS 4.5/5

  • “Wonderful Trip to the Galapagos”

    Wonderful trip to the Galapagos. Andrew Browning was very knowledgeable and accommodating in helping us plan our trip. Galapagos Islands cruise on Seaman Journey was absolutely great!

    Linda L. Tower Lakes, IL

    OVERALL 5.0/5
    LODGING 5.0/5
    MEALS 5.0/5

  • “Completely Satisfied”

    We were completely satisfied with the Islander and I can't imagine having a better experience. There was absolutely no drop off between any of the guides, the food was excellent, and the daily planning of activities was consistently first rate.

    Douglas K. Littleton, CO

    OVERALL 5.0/5
    LODGING 5.0/5
    MEALS 5.0/5

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