The Camila Trimaran is one of the newest vessels operating in the Galapagos, only built in 2018, and it offers all the luxury and comfort you would expect from such a modern vessel, making this trimaran an option up there with the very best luxury cruise options in the Galapagos.
The sleek design of this trimaran with its triple-hull ensures a stable and comfortable cruise, and the fine decor and comfortable interior provide a wonderful experience to enhance your cruise. The large dining room, forward facing lounge and wonderful sun deck provide ample social areas, and the large and spacious cabins each have their own private balconies and bring an additional slice of luxury to your experience and contribute towards making the Camila Trimaran one of the best small luxury options for a Galapagos cruise.
4 Day Cruise B4 (Central Islands) - from £2495pp
Departs every 14 days.
Day 1 (Sat) AM: Flight to the Galapagos Islands, transfer in to your Trimaran cruise yacht / PM: Visit to Kicker Rock (Lobos Island) to spot sea lions, frigate birds and sea turtles
Day 2 (Sun) AM: Spot blue-footed and red-footed boobies on a hike to admire spectaculr views over Pitt Point on San Cristobal Island / PM: Visit the spectacular beach at Witch Hill
Day 3 (Mon) AM: A bird-watchers paradise this morning with an overland hike through nesting grounds at Suarez Point on Española Island / PM: Admire sea liones on the beautiful beach at Gardner Bay
Day 4 (Tue) AM: Spot flamingos and sea birds at Bachas Beach on Santa Cruz Island / PM: Return to the Galapagos airport for a return to the Ecuador mainland
5 Day Cruise B5 (Central + Northern Islands) - from £3390pp
Departs every 14 days.
Day 1 (Tue) AM: Flight to the Galapagos Islands and meet your Camila Trimaran Galapagos Naturalist Guide / PM: Afternoon excursion hike to the iconic Galapagos viewpoint on Bartolome Island
Day 2 (Wed) AM: Morning excursion to the red sands of Rabida Island, enjoy snorkeling or spot flamingos in the Black Lagoon / PM: Visit James Bay on Santiago island to spot fur seals and Galapagos Hawks
Day 3 (Thu) AM: Make a wet landing at Darwin Bay on Genovesa Island to spot red-footed and blue-footed boobies / PM: Visit the iconic Prince Philip's Steps for wonderful views of the island
Day 4 (Fri) AM: Enjoy a zodiac boat ride around Mosquera Islet to spot sea lions and various bird species / PM: Explore the highlands of Santa Cruz Island to spot Galapagos giant tortoises
Day 5 (Sat) AM: Make a dry landing on North Seymour Island to spot blue-footed boobies and magnificent frigatebirds to bring your Camila Trimaran cruise to a fine conclusion / PM: Return to Galapagos airport for a return flight to the mainland
8 Day Cruise Option A (Central + Western Islands) - from £5320pp
Departs every 14 days.
Day 1 (Sat) AM: Flight to the Galapagos Islands to begin your Camila 8 day cruise / PM: Explore the volcanic landscape on a short hike at Sullivan Bay on Santiago Island, then go snorkeling off the beautiful beach nearby
Day 2 (Sun) AM: Explore the coastline in a zodiac boat at Vicente Roca Point on Isabela Island / PM: Visit Espinosa Point on Fernandina Island to spot the iconic flightless cormorant
Day 3 (Mon) AM: Visit Tagus Cove on Isabela Island, once the hideaway of pirates and sailors, and hike to a wonderful viewpoint overlooking the cove / PM: Make a wet landing at Urbina Bay to spot sea lions and land iguanas
Day 4 (Tue) AM: Explore the rocky shores of Elizabeth Bay to spot sea lions, frigate birds, sea turtles, flightless cormorants and marine iguanas / PM: At Moreno Point enjoy spectacular panoramic views of Sierra Negra Volcano
Day 5 (Wed) AM: Visit the infamous Charles Darwin Research Station and see their famous giant tortoise inhabitants / PM: In the highlands of Santa Cruz Island spot giant tortoises in the wild
Day 6 (Thu) AM: Embark on a short hike on Sante Fe Island through Palo Santo forest to spot the endemic Santa Fe iguana / PM: Admire the scenic landscape of South Plazas Island and spot sea lions and iguanas
Day 7 (Fri) AM: On Floreana Island visit the historic Post Office Bay and explore the pretty beach nearby / PM: At Cormorant Point enjoy an excellent snorkeling opportunity and spot flamingos in the lagoon
Day 8 (Sat) AM: End your Camila cruise with a visit to the Galapagos Interpretation Center on San Cristobal Island / PM: Return to the airport for a return flight back to the Ecuador mainland
Extended Cruises: 8 Days / 11 Days / 12 Day / 15 Days
Longer cruises of 8 days (B4+B5 providing an alternative 8 day cruise to the central, northern and eastern islands), 11 days (A+B4), 12 days (B5+A) and 15 days (both 8 day cruises combined) are available by combining the various itineraries. If you would like a combined itinerary please contact us for further details and prices.
Detailed Itineraries: Please contact us for detailed itineraries of these or any of our other Galapagos cruises.
Options: These cruises can be booked by themselves, can include flights and services on the Ecuador mainland, or can be combined with any of our other holidays in South America.
Prices Include: The Galapagos cruise, all excursions with a naturalist guide, all food during the cruise including water, tea and coffee, the INGALA Galapagos Transit Control Card, transfers to/from the airport in the Galapagos, and 100% financial protection.
Prices are per person based on two people travelling together in a shared standard cabin, and are subject to availability. Cabin upgrades (suites) are available for an upgrade, and single person supplement may apply.
Prices Do Not Include: The Galapagos National Park Entry Fee (payable on arrival in the Galapagos airport, currently US$120 although subject to change), flights to / from the Galapagos (see below), alcoholic drinks, tips and additional personal expenses during the cruise.
Flights to the Galapagos Islands - £500pp: Flights between the Galapagos Islands and the Ecuador mainland (either Guayaquil or Quito) when booked with us cost £500 per person and we can include these flights for you if required - just let us know. Any flight-inclusive package holiday booked through us would be ATOL-protected through our ATOL license. When you pay you will be supplied with an ATOL Certificate. Please ask for it and check to ensure that everything you booked (flights, hotels and other services) is listed on it. Please see our booking conditions for further information or for more information about financial protection and the ATOL Certificate go to: www.atol.org.uk/atolcertificate
- Class: Luxury
- Vessel Name: M/T Camila
- Type: Power Engine Trimaran
- Speed: 11 knots
- Year of Construction: 2018
- Capacity: 16 passengers
- Crew: 12 members of staff in total - Captain, Bilingual Galapagos National Park Naturalist Guide, Quality Control Manager, 9 other crew (First Mate, Second Mate, Chef, Sous Chef, Engineer, Assistant Engineer, Barman, Housekeeper)
- Cabins: 8 large excellently designed two-person cabins (6 double, 2 twin) all equipped with private balconies, en suite facilities and air conditioning
- Social Areas / Services: Lounge, dining room, bar, sun deck, jacuzzi. Kayaks, snorkelling gear and wetsuits are provided for use.
- More information: https://www.camilacruise.com
The Camila is a modern and spacious trimaran, with large cabins and a good selection of communal areas laid out over three decks.
Main Deck
The main deck houses the dining room, 4 of the passenger cabins (2 double and 2 twin) each with a private balcony, a forwards facing lounge area (which is a relatively unique feature for smaller Galapagos yachts) which also doubles as a meeting area for the Galapagos naturalist guide to give the daily briefings for the following days excursions, and the porch area to disembark onto the zodiac boats for the excursions.
Upper Deck
The upper deck features a bar area, 4 of the passenger cabins (2 double, 2 twin) each with a private balcony, two smaller cabins which are for the captain and guide, and the main bridge.
Sun Deck
The sun deck has a shaded outdoor seating area and an outdoor jacuzzi (which is free for all guests to use, subject to itinerary, sea and weather restrictions).
