GRAND QUEEN BEATRIZ

GALAPAGOS CRUISE

Experience the ‘Enchanted Islands’ in our new custom-built yacht, the Grand Queen Beatriz. Our boutique expedition boat came into service on 2018, and was fully renewed on November 2023. With a stylish modern design, ensuite bathrooms, outward-facing windows in all cabins (and private balconies in some), and a jacuzzi on the sundeck.

Accommodation

Maindeck Cabin Twin / Double:

  • 2 Queen cabin
  • 2 Twin cabin
  • Picture windows
  • Located on the main deck
  • Average cabin area 24 m2 including bathroom
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom

Junior Balcony Cabin:

  • 1 Queen cabin
  • 1 Twin cabin
  • Large picture windows
  • Private balcony
  • Located on the upper deck
  • Average cabin area 24.75 m2, bathroom 3.78 m2, balcony 4.1 m2
  • Bio-degradable bathroom amenities

Deluxe Balcony Cabin:

  • 1 Queen cabin
  • 1 Twin cabin
  • Large picture windows
  • Located on the upper deck
  • Average cabin area 24.75 m2, bathroom 3.78 m2, balcony 4.1 m2
  • Bio-degradable bathroom amenities

AGE POLICY FOR OUR CRUISES:

Bear in mind that our due to our Yacht’s security policy, only passengers over 15 years old are suitable on board during any of our cruises in the Galapagos Islands; this policy must be complied with all departures with Grand Queen Beatriz unless you are chartering the entire yacht for a group’s cruise.

Features

Overview

Classification: Yacht
Total number of passengers: 16
Total number of crew: 9
Ration of passenger crew: 2:1 
Guide: 1 Multilingual naturalist guide
Regions: Galapagos, state in Ecuador

Facilities

All meals while on board
Indoor and outdoor bar
TV/Lounge
Outdoor dining
Sun deck and jacuzzi
Air conditioned
Safety deposit boxes
24 hour tea/coffee/filtered water station

Equipment

Snorkelling equipment (masks, snorkel & flippers)
Wetsuits
Snorkelling vests (limited)
Beach towels
Walking sticks
Hair dryer in each cabin

Accessibility

From the rear deck to the main deck there are 6 steps
From the main deck to the upper deck there are 10 steps
From the upper deck to the sundeck there are 10 steps
You will be required to step from the rear deck into the zodiac & from the zodiac to a pier or wharf
You will be transported to the islands or sites by zodiac. A high level of agility & flexibility will be required to exit the zodiac during wet landings and sometimes basic piers/wharf.
Climb a 3 rung boarding ladder to re-enter the zodiac (2 steps are submerged)
Conditions that prevent your boating agility will be an impediment to your safety on this trip.

Technical specifications
Length: 40.96m
Width: 9m
Decks: 3
Year Built: 2018
Built In: Ecuador
Speed: 12 knots
CruiseSpeed: 12 knots
Electricity: 110v
Gross Tonnage: 317
Life Rafts: 2 capacity 20 each
Zodiacs: 2
Safety: ISM, SMC, ISSC, IOPP, DOC

Itineraries

Itinerary 4 Days A: Southwestern Islands

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Itinerary 4 Days B: Central Islands

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Itinerary 5 Days A: Southeastern Islands

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Itinerary 5 Days B: Central Islands

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Itinerary 8 Days A: Galapagos Southern Islands

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Itinerary 8 Days B: Galapagos in Focus

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Itinerary 8 Days C: South Eastern Islands

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Itinerary 8 Days D: Central Southern Islands

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Customer Reviews

★★★★★
The trip was absolutely flawless. The took such care to make sure ...
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Erin
5 Days A
★★★★★
The trip was absolutely flawless. The took such care to make sure no detail was forgotten. We were well cared for and well fed. The staff was amazing and the guide was very knowledgeable. They kept us busy to ensure we got the most from the trip. It was truly a once in a lifetime trip and we are so happy we went with intrepid to experience the Galapagos.
Erin
★★★★★
The entire experience of the Galapagos Islands was fantastic! The Grand Queen ...
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Karen
5 Days B
★★★★★
The entire experience of the Galapagos Islands was fantastic! The Grand Queen Beatrice yacht we stayed on was top notch! The crew service was excellent. Our guide, Roberto was so knowledgeable about the islands, the animals, the history. He had a great sense of humor and made things very fun. Really made the trip very enjoyable. I've heard the Galapagos Islands is a trip of a lifetime and I do believe it's true. I love seeing all the animals in their natural environment, seems like there is great care taking to keep them thriving. There was one feedback a little while ago, from a younger person that this trip was not good for young people and catered to people over 50. This was very much a falsehood. We had two young ladies in their 20s on our trip and I asked them if they felt they were not getting a good trip because of the age group and they said absolutely not! I've been on three intrepid trips and really like them because they are very environmentally conscious, all of the organization as well done from someone picking you up at the airport, all transportation, most all food arranged, activities planned and downtime.
Karen
★★★★★
Highly recommend visiting the Galapagos on board Grand Queen Beatrix. Our tour ...
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Naomi
5 Days B
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Highly recommend visiting the Galapagos on board Grand Queen Beatrix. Our tour guide Roberto was fantastic! Great mix of activities, walking the islands learning about the history and wildlife, and the snorkelling is incredible with chances to swim with penguins, turtles and reef sharks. Food on board was beyond expectations also.
Naomi
★★★★★
Everything on this trip was incredible! Our guide Roberto and the crew ...
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Claire
5 Days A
★★★★★
Everything on this trip was incredible! Our guide Roberto and the crew of the Grand Queen Beatriz made this trip unforgettable, along with the natural beauty and magic of the islands of course!
Claire
★★★★★
The tour was brilliant, the boat Queen beatriz is a luxurious ship ...
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Manuela
8 Days B
★★★★★
The tour was brilliant, the boat Queen beatriz is a luxurious ship the crew is very attentive and u the guide Roberto was the cherry on top day after day. Thank you for this great experience.
Manuela
★★★★★
A wonderful trip with a brilliant guide and lovely companions. Great food, ...
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Vanessa
8 Days B
★★★★★
A wonderful trip with a brilliant guide and lovely companions. Great food, fabulous itinerary, stunning wildlife!
Vanessa
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The Galapagos Explorer: Southern Islands trip is sure to dazzle, inspire, and ...
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Lance
5 Days A
★★★★★
The Galapagos Explorer: Southern Islands trip is sure to dazzle, inspire, and let you interact up close and personal with natural life that can be found nowhere else on the planet! Get ready for a heart inspiring and thrilling marine tour of some of the most incredible natural experiences in the world. Without hesitation, this trip can change your world outlook and feelings about nature, the Galpagos, and about life. The highest recommendation to our tour guide, Roberto, and the entire crew of the Grand Queen Beatriz!
Lance
★★★★★
Amazing trip! Can’t stop raving about it to friends and family when...
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Ciara
4 Days A
★★★★★
Amazing trip! Can’t stop raving about it to friends and family when we got back. We got to see so much that even though it wasn’t a long trip the mix of activity and locations took advantage of each day to the fullest. Great crew, accommodations and food was a big cherry on top of an amazing trip! Highly recommend! No way we would have been able to plan such an amazing trip on our own.
Ciara
★★★★★
The Galapagos Islands are amazing. Seeing them from a luxurious boat is ...
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Ian
4 Days A
★★★★★
The Galapagos Islands are amazing. Seeing them from a luxurious boat is definitely the best way to experience them. Using Intrepid as your guide is always guaranteed satisfaction.
Ian
★★★★★
An amazing and unforgettable experience full of once in a lifetime moments...
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Vicki
8 Days A
★★★★★
An amazing and unforgettable experience full of once in a lifetime moments. Go support the locals, the environment and help preserve this amazing place for generations to come. Don’t forget your reef safe products!
Vicki
★★★★★
Wonderful trip, we saw so much and had a great crew that ...
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Shane
4 Days A
★★★★★
Wonderful trip, we saw so much and had a great crew that went above and beyond.
Shane
★★★★★
Off the back of the Grand Queen Beatrix was a magic way ...
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Richard
8 Days B
★★★★★
Off the back of the Grand Queen Beatrix was a magic way to see the Galapagos. So much wildlife everywhere we looked. A busy itinerary made it feel like we didnt miss a thing.
Richard
★★★★★
This was honestly the best trip I could hope for. It...
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Annabelle
8 Days B
★★★★★
This was honestly the best trip I could hope for. It was my family’s first time doing a guided tour like this, and I feel profoundly connected to the islands as well as the other guests, whole crew and wonderful guides. I 100% recommend. Two of us started tearing up when leaving the boat.
Annabelle
★★★★★
An icredible destination for anyone who has a passion to see wildlife ...
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Martin
8 Days C
★★★★★
An icredible destination for anyone who has a passion to see wildlife up close and personal.
Martin
★★★★★
The Galapagos trip has been a once in a lifetime experience. The ...
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Lisa
5 Days B
★★★★★
The Galapagos trip has been a once in a lifetime experience. The staff were superb, as was the food and accommodation - but it was our guide, Roberto, who really made our trip so amazing. So informative and entertaining - we have learnt so much about this beautiful place and its inhabitants!
Lisa
★★★★★
This was an amazing adventure, expertly guided by Roberto with a wonderful ...
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Sushil
4 Days B
★★★★★
This was an amazing adventure, expertly guided by Roberto with a wonderful crew on board.
Sushil
★★★★★
This was the trip of a lifetime for us. The boat, crew, ...
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Carol
8 Days D
★★★★★
This was the trip of a lifetime for us. The boat, crew, and Guide (leader) were awesome. Food was good and interesting, in a great way. The best pineapple! Walks and snorkeling exceptional.
Carol
★★★★★
The intrepid Classic Galapagos southern islands on the Grand Queen Beatriz was ...
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John & Margaret
8 Days A
★★★★★
The intrepid Classic Galapagos southern islands on the Grand Queen Beatriz was a luxury trip with all meals included and worth every penny of the fare. This was our 25th intrepid and the best so far but we do tend to say that about all our trips. We just love Intrepid that much.
John & Margaret
★★★★★
This is a great trip to get acquainted with the Galapagos....
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Meghan
4 Days B
★★★★★
This is a great trip to get acquainted with the Galapagos. If you have more time, I’d recommend a longer tour because you will want more! If you, like me, have only limited time though, I still felt I got all of the “essentials” on this trip! The Galapagos should be on everyone’s bucket list and this was a great way to experience it!
Meghan
★★★★★
This was an amazing trip that exceeded my expectations throughout. We saw ...
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Kathryn
8 Days D
★★★★★
This was an amazing trip that exceeded my expectations throughout. We saw amazing wildlife and our guide, Roberto, was very knowledgeable and informative. I highly recommend this trip!
Kathryn
★★★★★
Excellent tour guide and accommodations. Need to be careful regarding the itinerary. ...
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David
8 Days D
★★★★★
Excellent tour guide and accommodations. Need to be careful regarding the itinerary. Some itineraries require longer transfer times and others. There is a changeover in the group mid week.
David
★★★★★
The trip was excellent, especially our guide Roberto and the snorkeling opportunities. ...
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Ashley
4 Days A
★★★★★
The trip was excellent, especially our guide Roberto and the snorkeling opportunities. Sea lions, hammerheads, starfish, marina iguanas, turtles. Worth getting a longer itinerary though. Would be nice to have a little more time in town to support local shops and restaurants.
Ashley
★★★★★
We loved our luxurious trip on board Queen Beatrix to see the ...
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Deborah
8 Days D
★★★★★
We loved our luxurious trip on board Queen Beatrix to see the wondrous Galapagos. A trip of a lifetime!
Deborah
★★★★★
Roberto is a top-notch guide! You'll leave with an once-in-a-lifetime experience truly ...
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Melissa
4 Days B
★★★★★
Roberto is a top-notch guide! You'll leave with an once-in-a-lifetime experience truly understanding the Galapagos, their animals, ecological challenges, and their rock formations. I cannot recommend enough. Bring sun protection clothes!
Melissa
★★★★★
This was a bucket list destination for me and I had high ...
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Jennifer
8 Days C
★★★★★
This was a bucket list destination for me and I had high expectations going into the trip. Incredibly the trip far exceeded my expectations. We had two naturalist guides during the trip and both Roberto and Karla were very knowledgeable, organised, communicated well, and shared their enthusiasm and passion for the Galapagos. The itinerary was impacted by island closures for onshore landings due to concerns around avian flu - while it was disappointing not to follow the itinerary on some days, we were notified in advance by Intrepid and the activities offered instead gave us comparable alternative experiences. We had a top crew onboard the Grand Queen Beatriz and I was so pleased with the meals offered onboard, cleanliness in the cabin and in common areas, and safety measures taken on the pangas and snorkeling. This was one of the best trips I have done...
Jennifer
★★★★★
Excellent trip!!! Can't recommend it enough, amazing guides and staff, so much ...
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James
8 Days C
★★★★★
Excellent trip!!! Can't recommend it enough, amazing guides and staff, so much included and great activities and views excellent food too!
James
★★★★★
Excellent tour, well organized, exceptionally crew on board super knowledgeable guides. Could ...
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Uwe
8 Days C
★★★★★
Excellent tour, well organized, exceptionally crew on board super knowledgeable guides. Could not have asked for a better experience
Uwe
★★★★★
What an incredible adventure! Our guide Roberto was incredible -- so knowledgeable ...
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Ashley
5 Days A
★★★★★
What an incredible adventure! Our guide Roberto was incredible -- so knowledgeable and fun. We loved the snorkeling (fish, sea lions, rays, turtles, sharks), the walk with the giant tortoises, and the boat was lovely. A bit rougher waters than we expected but we got used to it.
Ashley
★★★★★
If you are hesitating to book this adventure …stop and just book...
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Jenna
8 Days A
★★★★★
If you are hesitating to book this adventure…stop and just book it. You will NOT regret it. I hit the jackpot getting Roberto, who was my guide. He’s such a great human who is so knowledgeable, funny and kind and went above and beyond to make sure my adventure was better than the day before which was crazy because every day was phenomenal. Everything about the Galapagos is absolutely magical. LOVED this adventure!
Jenna
★★★★★
Excellent trip, great way to see the Galapogos by totally immersing yourself ...
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Anthea
5 Days B
★★★★★
Excellent trip, great way to see the Galapogos by totally immersing yourself in it.
Anthea
★★★★★
Roberto is a world class tour guide and brought every island we ...
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Matt
4 Days B
★★★★★
Roberto is a world class tour guide and brought every island we visited to life. 10/10.
Matt
★★★★★
Just returned from Classic Galapagos: Southern Islands on Grand Queen Beatriz. It ...
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Susan
8 Days A
★★★★★
Just returned from Classic Galapagos: Southern Islands on Grand Queen Beatriz. It was a magical, bucket list trip. Our guide Roberto was a gold mine of information and very humorous too. I would highly recommend this trip to anyone who is a nature lover. Amazing!
Susan