FAQs about Galapagos: How many people can share one charter?

Not completely. The Galápagos National Park Directorate assigns each boat its itinerary by resolution [4], so your island visits depend on your boat's approved route. With a charter, you can set the pace, meal times, and how long you stay at each stop. Your advisor will help match the boat's route to your group's interests.

No, the Galápagos yacht charter price includes the boat, crew, meals, and guiding. Each guest pays the Galápagos National Park entrance fee separately when they arrive: $200 for adults, $100 for children under 12, and free for children under 2 [1].

Yes, every tourist visiting the islands needs a Transit Control Card. The Galápagos Governing Council (CGREG) issues it for $20 per person for each trip [2]. Be sure to include this cost along with the park fee when planning your budget.

It depends on your group size. The more people you have, the lower the cost per person. A charter lets you choose your cabins, set the pace, and decide on meals. Couples and small families usually find better value by booking cabins on a scheduled cruise.

No, you cannot charter a boat without a crew in the Galápagos. All visits to the national park’s protected areas must be led by a naturalist guide authorized by the park [3]. Every charter includes a licensed captain, a professional crew, and at least one certified guide.

Private charters include soft drinks. Alcohol costs extra, but you can add an open bar with standard or premium brands, or request special drinks for a celebration.