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11 Reviews
What we love about the Mary Anne
A rare three-masted barquentine with genuine sailing character.
Past guests loved the warm crew and memorable outdoor meals.
Historic East-West routes created an exceptional two-week voyage.
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Mary Anne is one of those Galapagos ships that past guests remember with unusual affection: a real three-masted sailing ship, rich in wood, deck space and old-world sea-travel atmosphere. She is not currently sailing and cannot be booked, but we keep this page because her character—and the experiences our travellers had on board—still deserve an honest record.
What made Mary Anne special was not hotel-style luxury. It was the moment the crew set sail when wind and operations allowed, the long views from the open deck, and the feeling of travelling with the islands rather than simply moving between them. Past guests repeatedly praised the warm crew, thoughtful guides, food and outdoor meals at the stern; one described her, perfectly, as a “real boat, not a floating lounge.”
Cabins were below the main deck, with portholes, private bathrooms, air conditioning, fans, storage and both 110V and 220V sockets. They were practical and characterful rather than spacious or glamorous. Historical sources disagree about the exact split between twin/double and single cabins, so we will reconfirm the post-refit layout before publishing cabin counts or solo-supplement promises again.
Her historic Western itinerary reached Fernandina and western Isabela, while the Eastern route brought Genovesa and Española into focus; combining both created an unusually deep two-week journey. If this sailing philosophy appeals to you, our Galapagos specialists will gladly compare the operating small ships that come closest to Mary Anne's spirit.
All meals
Transfers to and from ship
Snorkel gear (free of charge)
Air conditioning & private bathroom
Water, Coffee, Tea & fresh juices
Triple cabins
English guides
-25% for children ≤ 12
When Mary Anne was operating, past guests often singled out the food and the chance to dine outdoors at the stern when conditions allowed. The indoor dining room provided a comfortable fallback in stronger wind, and the galley mixed Ecuadorian and international dishes; Ceviche de Palometa was one remembered speciality. If the ship returns, we will reconfirm the current chef, meal format and dietary process before publishing them as present-day promises.
Mary Anne's environmental character was inseparable from her rig: when conditions allowed, sailing reduced engine use and brought guests closer to the rhythm of wind and sea. She was never emission-free—engines remained essential, and Galapagos visits followed National Park routes and guided landing limits. Because Mary Anne is currently not sailing, we will verify any refit, water and waste systems, and future operator commitments before describing them as current onboard practice.
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