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Private motor yacht anchored alone in a quiet Galapagos cove while a family group watches from the sun deck and a panga waits alongside

GALAPAGOS CRUISE SHIPS · GRAND DAPHNE

Grand Daphne.

A first class motor yacht for 16 guests. Specs, cabins, routes and who it suits, in one place.

Grand Daphne Galapagos motor yacht — Reference image only.

01 / AT A GLANCE

Grand Daphne specifications

As published by the vessel and booking sources; layouts change with refits, so confirm details when booking.

SpecDetail
TypeFirst Class Motor Yacht
Guests16
Year built2020
Length126 ft (38.3 m)
Beam24 ft (7.2 m)
Cruising speed12 knots
CabinsLower Deck: Standard: 6 Main Deck: Suite : 1 Upper Deck: Standard: 2
Crew and guides1 Certified National Park multilingual Naturalist Guide. Crew: 8 experienced and certified crew members + 1 naturalist guide. It includes 1 captain, 1 pilot, 2 sailors, 1 machinist, 1 chef, 1 waiter/bartender, 1 assistant.
Private balconiesNot listed
Interconnecting cabinsNot listed
02 / ITINERARIES

Grand Daphne itineraries

Routes are permits held by the boat and can change. Islands listed in visiting order.

Route A 8 days

Baltra, Santa Cruz, Rabida, Isabela, Fernandina, Santiago, Bartholomew, Chinese Hat Islet, North Seymour

Route B 8 days

Baltra, Santa Cruz, Floreana, Española, San Cristobal, Santa Fe, South Plaza, Genovesa, Santiago

Route B 5 days

San Cristobal, Santa Fe, South Plaza, Genovesa, Santiago, Santa Cruz, Baltra

Route B 4 days

Baltra, Santa Cruz, Floreana, Española, San Cristobal

03 / ON BOARD

Life on board Grand Daphne

On board

  • Snorkeling equipment

Usually included

  • Bilingual national park guide
  • All non-alcoholic beverages consumed onboard
  • All meals and snacks on board
  • Snorkeling gear
  • Transfers to the airport and back in the islands
  • Purified drinking water, coffee, tea & some juices

Usually not included

  • Wetsuits
  • Galapagos National Park entrance fee
  • Transit Control Card
  • Cancellation/medical insurance
  • Soft drinks
  • All alcoholic beverages consumed onboard
  • Gratuities
  • Flight ticket round trip to Galapagos

Inclusions vary by departure and booking channel; confirm in your quote.

Private crewed motor yacht at anchor beside black lava cliffs and a volcanic cone in the Galapagos, a family on the aft deck and a panga alongside
Grand Daphne Galapagos motor yacht — Reference image only.
04 / WHO IT SUITS

Is Grand Daphne right for you?

A classic single-hull yacht: intimate, with one or two naturalist groups and flexible timing at visitor sites. A good fit for travelers who want a small-group feel.

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Small white expedition yacht anchored in a calm bay beside a volcanic tuff cone in the central Galapagos Islands, with a panga heading to shore
Grand Daphne Galapagos motor yacht — Reference image only.
05 / FAQ

Grand Daphne Galapagos Cruise: Ship Guide: questions

How many guests does Grand Daphne carry?

Grand Daphne carries up to 16 guests.

What type of boat is Grand Daphne?

Grand Daphne is a first class motor yacht. It was built in 2020.

Which itineraries does Grand Daphne sail?

4 itineraries in our records, from 4 to 8 days, visiting islands such as Baltra, Santa Cruz, Rabida, Isabela, Fernandina.

Does Grand Daphne have balcony cabins?

Balconies are not listed in our records; ask for the current cabin plan.

Is snorkeling gear included on Grand Daphne?

Snorkeling equipment is listed as included.

Can you check Grand Daphne availability for our dates?

Yes. Email hola@galapagosislands.cruises with your dates and group size.

CHECK DATES

Interested in Grand Daphne?

Email hola@galapagosislands.cruises with your dates. We check space on Grand Daphne and suggest similar boats if it is full.

Galapagos is unlike anywhere else on Earth: wildlife that does not run from you, islands still shaped by volcanoes, and a park that limits every visit. Tell us how you like to travel and we will match you with the right boat.