--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: b1a48a6f-7765-4425-a1a9-acfd1ab68d9d slug: 2345238 voyage_code: DA182816 cruise_line: Lindblad Expeditions ship: National Geographic Delfina departure_date: return_date: nights: 9 embarkation_port: Guayaquil, Ecuador disembarkation_port: Quito starting_price_usd: bookable: false last_updated: 2026-10-19T12:06:12Z --- # Galápagos by Catamaran: An Intimate Voyage > Lindblad Expeditions · National Geographic Delfina · Apr 14 – 23, 2028   (9 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Lindblad Expeditions | | **Ship** | National Geographic Delfina | | **Duration** | 9 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Guayaquil, Ecuador | | **Disembarkation Port** | Quito | | **Starting Price** | N/A USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | DA182816 | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Guayaquil, Ecuador **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Guayaquil is a port city in Ecuador, known as a gateway to Pacific beaches and the Galapagos Islands. Stretching along the Guayas River is the waterfront Simón Bolívar promenade, home to La Rotonda monument. In the north, Las Peñas is a neighborhood full of colorful houses. Stairs lined with cafes and art galleries lead up Santa Ana Hill, site of Santa Ana chapel, a lighthouse and views of the city. ### Day 2: Galapagos Islands **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM The Galápagos Islands is a volcanic archipelago in the Pacific Ocean. It's considered one of the world's foremost destinations for wildlife-viewing. A province of Ecuador, it lies about 1,000km off its coast. Its isolated terrain shelters a diversity of plant and animal species, many found nowhere else. Charles Darwin visited in 1835, and his observation of Galápagos' species later inspired his theory of evolution ### Day 3: Galapagos Islands **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM The Galápagos Islands is a volcanic archipelago in the Pacific Ocean. It's considered one of the world's foremost destinations for wildlife-viewing. A province of Ecuador, it lies about 1,000km off its coast. Its isolated terrain shelters a diversity of plant and animal species, many found nowhere else. Charles Darwin visited in 1835, and his observation of Galápagos' species later inspired his theory of evolution ### Day 4: Galapagos Islands **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM The Galápagos Islands is a volcanic archipelago in the Pacific Ocean. It's considered one of the world's foremost destinations for wildlife-viewing. A province of Ecuador, it lies about 1,000km off its coast. Its isolated terrain shelters a diversity of plant and animal species, many found nowhere else. Charles Darwin visited in 1835, and his observation of Galápagos' species later inspired his theory of evolution ### Day 5: Galapagos Islands **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM The Galápagos Islands is a volcanic archipelago in the Pacific Ocean. It's considered one of the world's foremost destinations for wildlife-viewing. A province of Ecuador, it lies about 1,000km off its coast. Its isolated terrain shelters a diversity of plant and animal species, many found nowhere else. Charles Darwin visited in 1835, and his observation of Galápagos' species later inspired his theory of evolution ### Day 6: Galapagos Islands **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM The Galápagos Islands is a volcanic archipelago in the Pacific Ocean. It's considered one of the world's foremost destinations for wildlife-viewing. A province of Ecuador, it lies about 1,000km off its coast. Its isolated terrain shelters a diversity of plant and animal species, many found nowhere else. Charles Darwin visited in 1835, and his observation of Galápagos' species later inspired his theory of evolution ### Day 7: Galapagos Islands **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM The Galápagos Islands is a volcanic archipelago in the Pacific Ocean. It's considered one of the world's foremost destinations for wildlife-viewing. A province of Ecuador, it lies about 1,000km off its coast. Its isolated terrain shelters a diversity of plant and animal species, many found nowhere else. Charles Darwin visited in 1835, and his observation of Galápagos' species later inspired his theory of evolution ### Day 8: Galapagos Islands **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM The Galápagos Islands is a volcanic archipelago in the Pacific Ocean. It's considered one of the world's foremost destinations for wildlife-viewing. A province of Ecuador, it lies about 1,000km off its coast. Its isolated terrain shelters a diversity of plant and animal species, many found nowhere else. Charles Darwin visited in 1835, and his observation of Galápagos' species later inspired his theory of evolution ### Day 9: Galapagos Islands **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM The Galápagos Islands is a volcanic archipelago in the Pacific Ocean. It's considered one of the world's foremost destinations for wildlife-viewing. A province of Ecuador, it lies about 1,000km off its coast. Its isolated terrain shelters a diversity of plant and animal species, many found nowhere else. Charles Darwin visited in 1835, and his observation of Galápagos' species later inspired his theory of evolution ### Day 10: Quito **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Quito, Ecuador's capital, sits high in the Andean foothills at an altitude of 2,850m. Constructed on the foundations of an ancient Incan city, it’s known for its well-preserved colonial center, rich with 16th- and 17th-century churches and other structures blending European, Moorish and indigenous styles. These include the cathedral, in the Plaza Grande square, and ultra-ornate Compañia de Jesús Jesuit church ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Balcony | $24,000 | ## Cabin Options ### Balcony Cabins **Category 5 - Main Deck** (Code: 05) Main Deck #200-203: The four main-deck staterooms have private balconies, ensuite bathrooms, ample storage, and can be set up with either queen or two twin beds. Staterooms are 172 square feet with a 43 square-foot balcony, seating, and two large windows. **Category 4 - Main Deck** (Code: 04) Category 4 - Main Deck Upper Deck #300-303: The four Upper Deck staterooms, which can be reserved as interconnected port and starboard for friends and family, have ensuite bathrooms, ample storage, and can be set up with either queen or two twin beds. Staterooms are 172 square feet with a large win... ## Ship Information ### National Geographic Delfina The elegant, well-appointed ship, with a double hull, accommodates 16 guests in eight spacious, air-conditioned double staterooms with polished wood décor. As the home base for our classic 10-day voyage, National Geographic Delfina departs Fridays year-round, with an included night in Quito or Guayaquil before and after the voyage. Embark Saturday for a full week exploring the Galápagos Islands. Available as a private charter, the ship is perfectly sized for a group of family and friends, or your organization. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 16 | | Crew | 10 | | Gross Tonnage | 0.0 | | Length | 98.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 8 | ## Ports of Call ### Guayaquil, Ecuador *Coordinates: -2.20382, -79.8975* Guayaquil is a port city in Ecuador, known as a gateway to Pacific beaches and the Galapagos Islands. Stretching along the Guayas River is the waterfront Simón Bolívar promenade, home to La Rotonda monument. In the north, Las Peñas is a neighborhood full of colorful houses. Stairs lined with cafes and art galleries lead up Santa Ana Hill, site of Santa Ana chapel, a lighthouse and views of the cit... ### Galapagos Islands *Coordinates: -0.823141, -91.0967* The Galápagos Islands is a volcanic archipelago in the Pacific Ocean. It's considered one of the world's foremost destinations for wildlife-viewing. A province of Ecuador, it lies about 1,000km off its coast. Its isolated terrain shelters a diversity of plant and animal species, many found nowhere else. Charles Darwin visited in 1835, and his observation of Galápagos' species later inspired his th... ### Quito *Coordinates: -0.229498, -78.5243* Quito, Ecuador's capital, sits high in the Andean foothills at an altitude of 2,850m. Constructed on the foundations of an ancient Incan city, it’s known for its well-preserved colonial center, rich with 16th- and 17th-century churches and other structures blending European, Moorish and indigenous styles. These include the cathedral, in the Plaza Grande square, and ultra-ornate Compañia de Jesús J... ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://pirate.travel/cruise/2345238 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://pirate.travel/cruise/2345238 - **Markdown URL:** https://pirate.travel/cruise/2345238.md - **API Endpoint:** https://pirate.travel/api/cruises/2345238/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/lindblad-expeditions/national-geographic-delfina/ship/78356.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-10-19 12:06:12 UTC