A tour through the Galapagos Islands is remembered by all as a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The breathtaking ecology, natural history and amenities provided aboard our luxury yachts combine to make your journey truly unforgettable. This fall, we’ll be doubling down on this endeavor, as we welcome renowned Ecuadoran photography expert Mauricio Torres back aboard our newest […]
Introducing our 2019 Culinary Departure with Chef Wilson Alpala of Ecuador’s only Relais & Chateaux Restaurant, Zazu
Anyone familiar with our Galapagos cruises here at Ecoventura knows there are certain pillars we hold in highest esteem, foundations inherent to one’s once-in-a-lifetime cruise through these isles. In addition to premium accommodations aboard our luxury yachts, the MV Origin and the newly-christened MV Theory, our naturalist guides are ever-present to enhance your journey with […]
MV Theory has Successfully Completed Her Maiden Voyage in Galapagos!
“Aboard the MV Theory, the identical sister yacht to the MV Origin, guests will explore the Galápagos, a natural archipelago listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Over the course of this extraordinary cruise, the crew will ensure travelers enjoy an unforgettable experience in the lap of Mother Nature, honouring the maxims of preservation and […]
Ecoventura Bids a Fond Farewell to the M/Y Eric as We Welcome a New Luxury Vessel
The New Year has already been one of exciting firsts for us here at Ecoventura. In addition to taking on new sustainability cooperatives and increased innovation toward reducing plastics in the Galapagos in 2019, we are proud to announce the inaugural voyage of our newest luxury yacht, the MV Theory — the identical sister yacht […]
Join us for our 2019 Health & Wellness Departures and New Yoga Instructor Aboard the MV Origin
In addition to christening our second and newest luxury vessel, MV Theory, in 2019, we are pleased to announce the arrival of our new master yoga instructor, Carolina Larrea for our 2019 Health & Wellness departures (on the MV Origin)! A resident of the Galapagos Islands whose teachings have taken her as far as India […]
Celebrate Valentine’s Day by Booking a Private Moments Upgrade with Ecoventura!
For some, a romantic getaway means seeking out the exotic and for others it means restful relaxation. You can combine both for an intimate experience in the Galapagos Islands with Ecoventura on a small vessel with just just 20 like-minded guests. If you are looking for an even more personal VIP experience, look no further […]
Ecoventura Forges Ahead in the Fight Against Plastic Pollution in Galapagos
Here at Ecoventura, we support the work that the Galapagos Conservation Trust (GCT) is doing to promote a plastic pollution-free Galapagos. We started taking action to fight plastic pollution well before a single-use plastics ban in the Galapagos was announced in April of 2018. On early 2017, for example, we discontinued using plastic straws on […]
How Ecoventura is Supporting the Charles Darwin Foundation (and the CDF’s 60th Anniversary!)
This year marks a historic milestone for sustainability for the Galapagos. 2019 is the 60th anniversary of the Charles Darwin Foundation (CDF). The Charles Darwin Foundation was established in 1959 and has supported scientific research of the archipelago for the past six decades. Their collaboration with government agencies, scientists, educators, researchers, and volunteers has played an important role […]
Join Marine Biologist Jack Grove Aboard the Theory by Ecoventura in 2019!
“Each species is a masterpiece, a creation assembled with extreme care and genius.” ~ Edward O. Wilson Perhaps no naturalist was more in tune with the marvel of nature than Charles Darwin, a father of the field who, in 1859, published his life’s opus, On the Origin of Species, which would go on to pave […]
Saving North Seymour Island from Invasive Rats Declared a Conservation Emergency
Ecoventura is pleased this month to report on the strident efforts of the Galapagos National Park Service and Island Conservation, to prepare to eradicate invasive rats from North Seymour Island and liberate this island’s vast ecology from harmful invasive species. For over a decade, a foreign species of rat have threatened the fragile biodiversity on this […]