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Aida Maria Travel is a locally rooted Galapagos operator best known for its classic 16-guest yacht, Aida Maria. This page brings the yacht profile, departure dates and booking information together so you can decide whether her traditional, practical style suits you. We are independent Galapagos specialists and have worked with the people behind the operation for years. Ask us about cabins, route differences, sea conditions or how Aida Maria compares with other small yachts. You receive the same published fare as with a direct booking. We offer independent advice, help you arrange flights, hotels and mainland extensions, and provide the additional security of booking through a German tour operator.
Aida Maria Travel operates one Galapagos cruise yacht: Aida Maria. Built by hand in the Galapagos from local wood, this traditional motor yacht carries up to 16 guests in eight air-conditioned cabins for two, each with a private bathroom. Compared with a new luxury catamaran, the finish is simpler and the cabins use classic bunk beds. In return, the yacht offers an intimate atmosphere, plenty of character and a deep connection to the islands. Open the ship card below for photographs, cabin details and specifications. The route and cruise length deserve just as much attention as the yacht itself.
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Booking through Galapatours does not add a markup. Our Best Price Guarantee means you receive the same published fare as when booking directly through Aida Maria Travel, while gaining an independent Galapagos specialist on your side. This independent comparison matters because Aida Maria has a distinctive traditional style. We will tell you honestly whether Aida Maria suits your priorities or whether another yacht would be a better fit. We compare the route, cabin style, deck space, comfort and budget without favoring one operator. We can also arrange flights, hotels and mainland extensions around the cruise. Your booking is made with Ventura TRAVEL GmbH and includes the financial protection explained here. Prefer to talk it through? Book a free video call.
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Aida Maria Travel has organized Galapagos travel for more than 30 years, with family roots in the islands reaching back to the mid-20th century. The Aida Maria yacht reflects that local history unusually clearly: she was built by hand in the Galapagos from local timber in 1996 and began operating in 1997. Her polished wood interiors, compact scale and traditional profile feel markedly different from the bright, contemporary interiors of a modern catamaran.
That character comes with a clear trade-off. Aida Maria is a comfortable, good-value classic yacht. It is not a luxury ship, and we would never present it as one. Her eight cabins have private bathrooms and air conditioning, but use bunk-style beds and a practical layout. Travelers who value an intimate vessel, local roots and time in the islands more than large cabins or hotel-style design may find Aida Maria a very good fit.
The itinerary remains the most important decision. Galapagos visitor sites are regulated, and two cruises on the same yacht can offer very different wildlife encounters and landscapes. Start with where you want to go and how long you want to stay, then decide whether the vessel fits. Our guide to choosing the right Galapagos cruise length explains the trade-offs, while the full Galapagos cruise search lets you compare Aida Maria with the wider small-ship fleet.
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