Bonita Cruise Ship, Galapagos
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9.2 Superb
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- Free Internet
- from $ 404 / day
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“The Bonita is a very modern, beautiful ship with great equipment. ”
Highlights
Completely refurbished in 2019, the Superior-Class Bonita yacht offers exciting small-ship cruises in the Galapagos Islands. Accommodating just 16 passengers, comfortable cabins and social areas are spread out over 3 spacious decks. A choice of accommodation is available, including triple, double, and twin cabins. Each stateroom features ample storage space, charging ports, reading lights, and a private en-suite bathroom. Cabins located on the main and upper decks also come with sea views. After a full day of adventure, guests can relax in the inviting social areas, which include the indoor lounge, dining room, library, and fully-stocked bar, or enjoy the sea breeze on the outdoor terrace or the sundeck with comfortable loungers.
Itineraries aboard the Bonita Galapagos vary from 4 - 7 nights or can be combined for the ultimate Galapagos experience. Get up close with penguins, iguanas, sea lions, and flamingos as you immerse yourself in the Galapagos Islands' rich landscapes and fascinating history. The experienced and professional naturalist guides are on hand to help create a trip of a lifetime. Adventure gear and kayaks are included, and with 8 crew members plus 1 naturalist guide, attention to detail and service is of a high standard.
Book online today to start your adventure of a lifetime in the Galapagos Islands aboard the Bonita yacht.
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Included: VAT, Fuel Surcharge, Port Fees, Airport Transfer, Drinking Water, Tea & Coffee, Welcome Cocktails, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Kayaks, Land Excursions, Naturalist Guide, Snorkel Gear, Snorkeling Guide, Beach Towels, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels, WiFi internet.
Required Extras: Domestic Flight Non-Issuance Fee (60 USD per trip), National Park Fees (100-200 USD).
Optional Extras: Gratuities, Visas and Fees (20 USD), Local Flights, Alcoholic Beverages, Soft drinks.
Book now, pay later: You can easily place your booking online. We will then hold the spaces for you and you can confirm with a payment later.
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Bonita Reviews
- 9.2 Superb
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Vessel
8.5
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Crew
9.0
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Food
9.8
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Activities
9.5
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Value
8.9
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- 9.2 Superb
- Megan B
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United States
Book now! You won't regret it.
We had a wonderful time on the Bonita! Our guide and the crew were exceptional. Everything was very well organized and the wildlife was out of this world. We would book another tour on the Bonita in a heartbeat as well as recommend to our family and friends.
- Recommended for
- Our Guide. Activities. Crew.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Arnold W. R
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United States
Excellent, Friendly and Memorable
The trip was beyond our expectations. The crew and guide could not have been more helpful and knowledgeable. Every day was packed with a mixture of land and water adventures. Seeing the abundance of wildlife and sea life was an adventure of a lifetime. We loved the intimacy of only 15 guests and 9 crew. We highly recommend this small ship cruise.
- Recommended for
- The attention of the crew, the knowledge and friendliness of our guide, the snorkeling experience
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- 6.4 Review score
- Matthias S
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United States
Good crew no sleep with the engine being right next to our cabin. Therefore, we were too tired to enjoy things during the day and caught up on sleep when the engine was off.
The people were very nice on the boat and the guide was knowledgeable. He explained everything in Spanish as well and not only in English. Most people spoke only English but he was good to us in his native tongue. We saw a lot of cool places and animals. Again, couldn’t sleep at all at night because of loud engine noise. That really restricted us from having fun during the day on excursions. The last two days, we just stayed on the boat and slept when it was quiet. It was also strange to always have just water for lunch and dinner. Nobody ever offered anything else until you requested something else. Other than the guide and the wonderful lady that served us meals, there was very little interaction with the crew. They all came out, dressed up for ten minutes to collect their tips the last evening.
- Recommended for
- Very clean environment, cool animals, far away from everything
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Lorenz E
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United States
Wonderful crew and great mix of active international travelers
Seeing the baby sea lions nursing with their mothers, the giant tortoises, snorkeling and kayaking and the many fascinating hikes. The food was wonderful. I always looked forward to the great Ecuadorean snacks after our afternoon activities. Our guide and the crew were so helpful and friendly. And it was lovely that the other guests came from many different countries and were all very adventurous and interesting.
- Recommended for
- Snorkeling, the many island excursions and the crew
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- 10 Exceptional
- Lynette W
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United States
A truly magical place
Seeing the Southern Cross in the same sky as the Big Dipper; seeing sharks in the wild--white tipped reef sharks while snorkeling and Galapagos sharks swimming around the boat; seeing the tortoises, iguanas, and many species of birds; swimming with sea lions; meeting and interacting with our wonderful guide and the crew. The Galapagos islands proved to be the special place I thought they would be. Thank you, Bonita and crew!
- Recommended for
- Great guide and crew; experiencing the wildlife of the islands; getting to know the history of the islands.
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- 8.8 Fabulous
- Jennifer C
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United States
Fabulous
Everything!
- Recommended for
- Crew, excursions and other guests.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Paul Jospeh R
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United States
This was everything that I expected and wanted for my trip
There are too many to mention and it is impossible to say any one part of the trip was better than another.
- Recommended for
- The guide, the crew and the fellow passengers
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- 10 Exceptional
- Ranald G
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United Kingdom
The most special trip of a lifetime.
We thoroughly enjoyed every moment of this magical trip. Mauricio's expert knowledge of the islands and wildlife enabled us to learn so much. Additionally the walking and snorkelling locations were amazing to enable us to see so many different species and landscapes. The crew were also fantastic and catered to all our needs. From making up our rooms each morning to a tasty refreshment after each activity to delicious meals they really made us feel special. We feel so lucky to have gone on this incredible adventure and are so grateful to every single member of the team that made this one of the most magical weeks of our lives.
- Recommended for
- Staff service. Organisation and balance of activities, meals and rest times. Guides knowledge of environments and wildlife.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Roeland B
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Netherlands
We loved it
We loved our stay on the Bonita and the Galapagos Island. An experience we will never forget.
- Recommended for
- The Guide (Jorge) was the best. Food was great. Really Nice cabins with bathroom.
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- 8.0 Very good
- Georgia M
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New Zealand
Really enjoyed my trip
I enjoyed my trip on the Bonita as a solo traveller. Our guide was awesome, very experienced and had an enthusiasm that made every animal sighting seem special. I enjoyed the group I was with and felt the dining setup helped us socialise. The snorkelling gear was good - make sure you don't request a too-large wetsuit as you may be too cold. I enjoyed the fruit juices, most of the snacks, fresh fruit and desserts. The crew were polite and helpful, with very attentive housekeeping. The itinerary was very active and jam-packed most days, but really enjoyable particularly the snorkelling. You will be waking up at 6am or earlier most days and there isn't much downtime until later in the week. I liked the modern fit out and felt that everyone had enough space to relax on the ship. This is a great trip for casual nature and animal lovers who was to spot many animals and learn basic and fun facts (not people who want a lot of scientific info or serious photography). Some things I wish I knew: hair conditioner is not provided, only shampoo. If you are a picky eater or a snacker, bring your own packaged snacks as they are not available for purchase, although you are well-fed. The food was plentiful and relatively varied, but I did not find it delicious. The meat was a bit overcooked and there wasn't a lot of flavour in the dishes. If you are vegetarian, don't let the 'allergies only' message put you off requesting that. Also if you have mobility or fitness concerns I highly recommend asking for more information as a lot of the walks had uneven terrain and you need to be able to balance frequently on the side of the panga/dingy. Unlike some other reviewers, I found that 7 days was more than enough, particularly as the last couple are land based only and a bit repetitive. We also had a rough sailing that made many people ill so bring medications. The requested tip was higher than expected but there is an opportunity to get cash out (and buy souvenirs) in the town. Overall I am happy with my choice to go on the Bonita. I always felt safe and well organised.
- Recommended for
- We saw so many amazing animals. Everything was taken care of. Ship and gear was modern.
