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BENJAMIN

Dec 2019

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The entire experience has been wonderful.

The entire experience has been wonderful. The Origin and crew were so professional and friendly and the knowledge and skill of the crew and guides really made the ex...

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MICHAEL

Dec 2019

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We appreciate everything they did for us

We cannot imagine a more lovely and pofessional crew. We appreciate everything they did for us. This is an extremely well run operation. We recommend Ecoventura high...

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WILLIAM

Dec 2018

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It was superb! I

My friend and I took a cruise on the Origin in September. It was superb! I want to provide some details why. We took the northern and western route. I am sure that ...

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ANNA

Nov 2018

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Amazing trip

I wanted to let you know how incredible our week-long adventure in the Galápagos Islands (Northern and Western) was with Jose and Fabrizio from November 4-11, 2018. ...

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Freddie Carolyn

Jul 2018

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It was a life changing experience!

It was a life changing experience! The guides were fantastic and professional! Th...

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Editoral Review of Ecoventura

Ecoventura  is all about cruising the Galapagos -- it doesn't just do the Galapagos along with lots of other cruises. Its three identical expedition motor yachts -- the M/Y Eric, Flamingo I and Letty -- were custom-designed for Galapagos cruising: While nearly 25 years old, you'd never know it because they're refurbished annually. You'll find lots of teak and brass fittings and the lounge area is very comfortable for pre-dinner socializing or reading a book at any time. There's also plenty of outdoor deck space. 

With just ten (spacious) cabins, all facing outside and with private bathrooms, the ships each hold a maximum of  20 passengers. It's easy to get to know everyone on board if you want. 

The key, though, is the thorough coverage of the Galapagos themselves. You'll take in up to eight islands on the seven-day trips, with chances to view most of the marine mammal, reptile and bird species that inhabit them, as well as research facilities. Besides hiking to view the animals, you'll have plenty of chances to swim, snorkel or scuba dive among sea turtles, sea lions, and tropical fish. 

Guides are trained, local, and knowlegeable, and Ecoventura is dedicated to sound environmental stewardship of these fragile island habitats. 

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For over 20 years, Ecoventura has shared the enchantment of the Galapagos Islands with thousands of travelers and enriched lives. We are committed to providing active adults and families an authentic experience in small compatible groups, offering value and a safe, memorable voyage. As owner and operator, we have full control over the consistent high quality provided on our fleet of four expedition vessels; (3) identical superior first-class 20-passenger motor yachts, Eric, Flamingo & Letty and the 16-passenger luxury dive live-aboard, MV Galapagos Sky.

Departures are every Sunday on two unique 7-night itineraries offering guided nature walks, snorkeling, kayaking and zodiac tours. Discover the full diversity of the Islands in small groups of ten guests per naturalist guide to ensure up-close wildlife encounters. Guests feel at home on their private yacht while our crew strives for personalized service. Our culinary school trained chefs serve locally sourced gourmet style menus, featuring both international and Ecuadorian specialties.

Leading the way in sustainable tourism, Ecoventura was the first company to earn and maintain the voluntary certification, Smart Voyager the first company in Galapagos to offset carbon emissions. We reduced emissions through the installation of solar panels and wind generators on the ERIC, converting her to the first hybrid yacht in Galapagos. Ecoventura established the Galapagos Marine Biodiversity Fund in partnership with the World Wildlife Fund to support marine conservation by strengthening the local communities’ ability to manage natural resources. Ecoventura supports Ecology Project International through scholarships for local high-school students to study conservation directly in the field and ecology-related issues.

Why Choose Ecoventura?

A cruise to the Galapagos Islands is a once in a lifetime experience. You want to be sure you are traveling with a responsible Galapagos cruise company with high-quality vessels, top-level guides and of course good value. Family owned and operated since 1990, Ecoventura offers all that and more. As an award-winning leader in sustainable travel to the Galapagos Islands, Ecoventura has maintained the ecological certification SmartVoyager since 2000 and was the first Galapagos cruise ship company to offset carbon emissions and to install alternative energy sources.

Ecoventura operates a fleet of four expedition vessels in the Galapagos Islands catering to active adults and families; the Eric, Flamingo & Letty, identical superior first-class 20-passenger motor yachts, with departures every Sunday on two unique 7-night itineraries. Small compatible groups of ten guests per naturalist guide ensures highly personalized service and intimate visits on shore. Gourmet style menus feature locally sourced and healthy meals prepared by our culinary school trained chefs. For experienced scuba divers, the 16-passenger luxury dive live-aboard, Galapagos Sky, offers a rare opportunity for Galapagos scuba diving in the northern islands of Wolf and Darwin. Combine a week of diving with a week of land excursions for the best of both worlds.

10 Reasons to Travel with Us:

Smooth Operator: Ecoventura is a family-owned expedition cruise company based in Guayaquil, Ecuador that has been in business since 1990. We own and operate the yachts we sell giving us complete control over our consistent operation.

Small Compatible Groups: Ecoventura offers the smallest guide-to-passenger ratio found in Galapagos to ensure an intimate and peaceful visit on shore. Visit the Islands in a group size of no larger than ten passengers per guide (vs 16 per guide on most other vessels).

Authentic Galapagos: Dont cut yourself short! Departures are every Sunday offering two distinct and comprehensive 7-night itineraries

Gastronomy & Service: Feel at home on your private Galapagos yacht. Our crew strives for personalized service and serve locally sourced, gourmet style menus featuring International and Ecuadorian specialties from our culinary-school-trained  chefs.

Exclusive Family Departures: Our Designated Galapagos departures for families are exclusive just for families and are offered over all school breaks. They feature age-appropriate activities geared toward children and teenagers ages 7 to 17 – and up.

Variety of Activities: Our Galapagos expeditions are active!  You will enjoy guided nature walks twice daily with expert naturalists, swim from pristine beaches or snorkel from deeper water, take zodiac rides or kayak along the shoreline.

Extraordinary Diving: Experienced scuba divers can dive the northern Islands of Wolf and Darwin on the  16-passenger dedicated dive live-aboard, MV Galapagos Sky providing divers with an extraoridnary live-aboard experience.

Environmental Sustainability: Ecoventura was the first company to earn and maintain the ecological  certification Smart Voyager since 2000. Ecoventura also installed 40 solar panels and two wind generators on the Eric making her  the first hybrid vessel in Galapagos.

Building Partnerships: Ecoventura partnered with the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) in 2006 to establish  the Galapagos Marine Biodiversity Fund supporting environmental education and marine conservation by strengthening the local communities ability to manage natural resources. Ecoventura also provides scholarships for local teens to take a field course in wildlife conservation with Ecology Project  International.

Social Responsibility: Ecoventura has supported the Alejandro Alvear School for the past decade – funding the salaries for teachers and physical therapists for children with physical disabilities and adults who are  hearing impaired. Ecoventura also teamed up with Pack for a Purpose so that passengers can bring supplies from a list of needed items to benefit the school.

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Two weeks back to back on Eric, Flamingo & Letty: Ecoventura offers two distinctly unique 7 night itineraries alternating every other week, with itinerary A visiting the Southern/Central route and itinerary B visiting the Western/Northern route. Take 5% discount on both weeks on seasonal departure dates only when you book two consecutive weeks back to back.

Two week combination EFL & Galapagos Sky Promotion: Take 5% discount on the EFL on seasonal departures only and SKY rates when two weeks (one week on EFL and one week on SKY) are booked in combination back to back.

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