You’ve done your research about the Galapagos Islands, and know you would love to cruise between its infamous islands. Now, it’s time to dive deeper into the last-minute deals.
WHEN CAN I FIND LAST-MINUTE CRUISE DEALS?
The last-minute deals start 6 to 4 weeks before the departure date.
WHEN SHOULD I BOOK?
Going on a Galapagos cruise is on every traveler’s bucket list. Last-minute cruises sell out quickly, especially the very best ones, and especially in high season. Yes, there is that chance you might get a slightly better deal waiting to book until the week before the departure date, but it’s honestly quite slim. The smart thing to do here is to start looking as soon as possible, which is 6-4 weeks before the departure date.
When is the high season for Galapagos cruises?
- Last two weeks of April
- May
- July to mid-September
- November
- Last two weeks of December.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
Last-minute prices drop anywhere from 20% to 50% in price.
WHAT ARE THE BEST DEALS?
The very best last-minute deals can be scored for the luxury and super luxury cruises, whose prices can drop anywhere from 30% up to 50%. Economic and classic cruises typically have a smaller discount.
You got it: that actually means that, compared to the normal pricing, the price difference between the more luxurious and more economic cruises is not that spectacular.
A bit of extra money often gets you a significantly better deal, better itinerary, better service,… Our biggest tip is to thus to be flexible with your budget to find that once-in-a-lifetime cruise for you.
SHOULD I BOOK MY FLIGHT OR CRUISE FIRST?
We strongly suggest checking out the last-minute deals before booking your flight.
Why? You enter the Galapagos by flying to either Baltra Island or San Cristóbal Island. Booking your flight first limits your cruise options to the ones departing from a specific location. More flexibility in travel dates also allows us to find the cruise that fits you perfectly.
Will I still be able to find a flight? Yes! For many cruises, we will actually suggest to book a specific flight, to optimize your time in the Galapagos.
TAKIRI’S LAST MINUTE DEALS
Galapagos cruises, especially the last-minute deals, are in high demand, and their availability changes daily. We choose not to have a long list of possible cruise options for you to search through. Instead, you simply send us an inquiry with your travel information and desires. We’ll get back to you within 1-2 business days with our best last-minute deals, our personalized advice, and all the information you need to make a decision.
MORE ABOUT GALAPAGOS
We understand it’s challenging to choose between a Galapagos cruise and island hopping. Learn more about the difference between both in our hopping versus cruises blog. Also make sure to know the latest about the Galapagos entry requirements.
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