Explorer Tour
M/V Galapagos Legend
This magnificent vessel, with a capacity for 100 guests, has the charm of The Enchanted Islands; it is still small enough for a more intimate experience with friends and family. With her four different decks, the Galapagos Legend offers a great variety of comfortable and spacious social areas without losing its sense of intimacy. Its fantastic open decks allow you to admire the islands’ flora and fauna, enjoy a BBQ at night, or take some sun at the pool and bar areas. Take advantage of its spacious inside auditorium for important conferences. Our philosophy is based on an environment without any formalisms or strict etiquette.
Galapagos Legend Cabins
The M/V Galapagos Legend has 54 ocean view, each cabin counts with lower beds and private facilities in which a matrimonial, double, triple or quadruple options are available. We have suited a new cabin configuration to assure enjoyment for families and friends traveling together. Each cabin includes: hair dryer, special bedding, and updated furniture. Internal, local and international satellite telephone service is offered, Internet is accessible when anchoring in main islands. Voltage is set for 110-220 volts/60 Hz. The Balcony suites have private balconies and panoramic windows to immerse yourself within the vast landscape that you are about to witness and enjoy it privately. The Junior suites have three meters of panoramic windows to enjoy the scenery.
The M/V Galapagos Legend has 54 ocean view, each cabin counts with lower beds and private facilities in which a matrimonial, double, triple or quadruple options are available. We have suited a new cabin configuration to assure enjoyment for families and friends traveling together. Each cabin includes: hair dryer, special bedding, and updated furniture. Internal, local and international satellite telephone service is offered, Internet is accessible when anchoring in main islands. Voltage is set for 110-220 volts/60 Hz. The Balcony suites have private balconies and panoramic windows to immerse yourself within the vast landscape that you are about to witness and enjoy it privately. The Junior suites have three meters of panoramic windows to enjoy the scenery.
One of the most striking aspects of our ship: 7 top of the line Balcony Suites located in the Sky Deck and the Moon Deck, measuring an average of 22 m2 (237 ft2). Including a significant redesign and general upgrades to more than satisfy customer´s expectations.
One of the most striking aspects of our ship: 10 top of the line Balcony Suites located in the Sky Deck and the Moon Deck, measuring an average of 22 m2 (237 ft2). Including a significant redesign and general upgrades to more than satisfy customer´s expectations.
Featuring big panoramic windows to admire the landscape, offering a wide variety of arrangements in Double & Triple and interconnected configurations, enjoy the perks of having the family together in private quarters with even more space for your comfort.
Featuring big panoramic windows to admire the landscape, offering a wide variety of arrangements in Double & Triple and interconnected configurations, enjoy the perks of having the family together in private quarters with even more space for your comfort.
Legend Itineraries
4 Days / 3 Nights East
Monday – Thursday Monday:am: Baltra Airport
pm: North Seymour IslandTuesday:am: Bartolome Island
pm: Sullivan bay (Santiago island)Wednesday:am: Punta Pitt (San Cristobal Island)
pm: Cerro Brujo (San Cristobal Island)Thursday:am: Cerro Colorado Tortoise Reserve (San Cristobal Island)
am: San Cristobal Airport4 Days / 3 Nights North
Monday – Thursday Monday:am: Baltra Airport
pm: Highlands Tortoise Reserve (Santa Cruz Island) or
Black Turtle Cove (Santa Cruz Island) (for extended cruises)Tuesday:am: El Barranco, Prince Phillip’s Steps (Genovesa Island)
pm: Darwin Bay (Genovesa Island)Wednesday:am: South Plaza Island
pm: Santa Fe IslandThursday:am: Bachas Beach (Santa Cruz Island)
am: Baltra Airport5 Days / 4 Nights South
Thursday – Monday Thursday:am: San Cristobal Airport
pm: Interpetation Center & Frigatebird Hill (San Cristobal Island)Friday:am: Gardner Bay (Española Island)
pm: Punta Suarez (Española Island)Saturday:am: Post Office (Floreana Island)
pm: Punta Cormorant, Devil’s Crown (Floreana Island)Sunday:am: Dragon Hill (Santa Cruz Island)
pm: Punta Bowditch (Santa Cruz Island)Monday:am: Highlands Tortoise Reserve (Santa Cruz Island)
am: Baltra Airport5 Days / 4 Nights West
Thursday – Monday Thursday:am: Baltra Airport
pm: Mosquera IsletFriday:am: Egas Port (Santiago Island)
pm: Rabida IslandSaturday:am: Urbina Bay (Isabela Island)
pm: Tagus Cove (Isabela Island)Sunday:am: Punta Espinosa (Fernandina Island)
pm: Punta Vicente Roca (Isabela Island)Monday:am: Highlands Tortoise Reserve (Santa Cruz Island)
am: Baltra Airport8 Days – 7 Nights East & South
Monday – Monday Monday:am: Baltra Airport
pm: North Seymour IslandTuesday:am: Bartolome Island
pm: Sullivan bay (Santiago island)Wednesday:am: Punta Pitt (San Cristobal Island)
pm: Cerro Brujo (San Cristobal Island)Thursday:am: Cerro Colorado Tortoise Reserve (San Cristobal Island)
pm: Interpretation Center & Frigatebird Hill (San Cristobal Island)Friday:am: Gardner Bay (Española Island)
pm: Punta Suarez (Española Island)Saturday:am: Post Office (Floreana Island)
pm: Punta Cormorant, Devil’s Crown (Floreana Island)Sunday:am: Dragon Hill (Santa Cruz Island)
pm: Punta Bowditch (Santa Cruz Island)Monday:am: Highlands Tortoise Reserve (Santa Cruz Island)
am: Baltra Airport8 Days – 7 Nights North & West
Monday – Monday Monday:am: Baltra Airport
pm: Black Turtle Cove (Santa Cruz Island)Tuesday:am: El Barranco, Prince Phillip’s Steps (Genovesa Island)
pm: Darwin Bay (Genovesa Island)Wednesday:am: South Plaza Island
pm: Santa Fe IslandThursday:am: Bachas Beach & Charles Darwin Research Station (Santa Cruz Island)
pm: Mosquera IsletFriday:am: Egas Port (Santiago Island)
pm: Rabida IslandSaturday:am: Urbina Bay (Isabela Island)
pm: Tagus Cove (Isabela Island)Sunday:am: Punta Espinosa (Fernandina Island)
pm: Punta Vicente Roca (Isabela Island)Monday:am: Highlands Tortoise Reserve (Santa Cruz Island)
am: Baltra Airport8 Days – 7 Nights South & North
Thursday – Thursday Thursday:am: San Cristobal Airport
pm: Interpetation Center & Frigatebird Hill (San Cristobal Island)Friday:am: Gardner Bay (Española Island)
pm: Punta Suarez (Española Island)Saturday:am: Post Office (Floreana Island)
pm: Punta Cormorant, Devil’s Crown (Floreana Island)Sunday:am: Dragon Hill (Santa Cruz Island)
pm: Punta Bowditch (Santa Cruz Island)Monday:am: Highlands Tortoise Reserve & Charles Darwin Research Station (Santa Cruz Island)
pm: Black Turtle Cove (Santa Cruz Island)Tuesday:am: El Barranco, Prince Phillip’s Steps (Genovesa Island)
pm: Darwin Bay (Genovesa Island)Wednesday:am: South Plaza Island
pm: Santa Fe IslandThursday:am: Bachas Beach (Santa Cruz Island)
am: Baltra Airport8 Days – 7 Nights West & East
Thursday – Thursday Thursday:am: Baltra Airport
pm: Mosquera IsletFriday:am: Egas Port (Santiago Island)
pm: Rabida IslandWednesday:am: Punta Pitt (San Cristobal Island)
pm: Cerro Brujo (San Cristobal Island)Thursday:am: Cerro Colorado Tortoise Reserve (San Cristobal Island)
am: San Cristobal AirportSaturday:am: Urbina Bay (Isabela Island)
pm: Tagus Cove (Isabela Island)Sunday:am: Punta Espinosa (Fernandina Island)
pm: Punta Vicente Roca (Isabela Island)Monday:am: Highlands Tortoise Reserve & Charles Darwin Reserch station (Santa Cruz Island)
pm: North Seymour IslandTuesday:am: Bartolome Island
pm: Sullivan bay (Santiago island)
DECKS
Technical Information
Gross tonnage: | 2890 t. |
Length: | 301 ft (92 m) |
Wide: | 47 ft (15 m) |
Decks: | 4 |
Galapagos Legend: | |
Rebuilt: | 2002 |
Gross tonnage: | 2890 t. |
Length: | 301 ft (92 m) |
Wide: | 47 ft (15 m) |
Decks: | 4 |
Made in: | Germany |
Rebuilt: | 2002 |
Refurbished: | 2017 |
Speed: | 17 knots |
Cruise speed: | 15 knots |
Life Rafts: | 22 for 25 pax each |
Dinghies: | 6 for 20 pax each |
Glass bottom boat: | 1 |
Kayaks: | 8 double, 1 single |
Security Information
All our cruise ships operate in accordance with the requirements of the International Maritime Organization guidelines. GO Galapagos complies with the International Safety Management Code which aims to guarantee the marine safety and protect the environment. Also, we operate under the National Legislation to preserve the Galapagos Islands. The ship’s crew before boarding is required to show their certifications upon entrance on the Galapagos National Park. Such certification entails several emergency drill exercises and scenarios for emergency situations, including the evacuation of a ship. All of our cruise ships have lifeboats, life rafts and preserves for each person on the boat, as well as for additional capacity.