GALAPAGOS HORIZON Yacht Charter — 38m Lyman-Morse motor multihull for 16 guests, with a crew of 11
- Length
- 38 m
- Guests
- 16
- Cabins
- 8
- Crew
- 11
- Builder
- Lyman-Morse
- Year
- 2018
38m · Lyman-Morse · motor multihull
GALAPAGOS HORIZON at a glance
GALAPAGOS HORIZON is a 38m Lyman-Morse motor multihull launched in 2018, sleeping 16 guests in 8 cabins with a crew of 11. Her charter season is Winter 2027 in West Coast South America.
- Length
- 38 m
- Guests
- 16
- Cabins
- 8
- Crew
- 11
- Builder
- Lyman-Morse
- Year
- 2018
Blue Ocean Club overview
Lyman-Morse launched her in 2018
Lyman-Morse launched GALAPAGOS HORIZON in 2018.
She measures 38 m in length, 13 m across the beam, 1.9 m of draft.
She has a listed cruising speed of 11 knots.
She is flagged in Ecuador.
01 · On deck
Jacuzzi on deck. Outdoor Bar
On deck: Jacuzzi on deck, Outdoor Bar and Sun Deck.
The outdoor spaces serve up to 16 guests.
02 · Where she cruises
Ecuador. Winter 2027
GALAPAGOS HORIZON is offered for charter in West Coast South America.
Winter 2027: Ecuador and Galapagos Islands.
Summer 2028: Ecuador and Galapagos Islands.
03 · The crew
A crew of 11
A crew of 11 runs GALAPAGOS HORIZON.
Interiors
GALAPAGOS HORIZON interiors
The photo set shows “Lounge”.
Listed on board: air conditioning, coffee machine, outdoor bar, starlink satellite internet, tv saloon and wi-fi.
Smoking policy: no smoking.
Accommodation
8 cabins
GALAPAGOS HORIZON sleeps 16 guests in 8 cabins.
Crew quarters: lower deck.
Wellness
GALAPAGOS HORIZON wellness
On board GALAPAGOS HORIZON: jacuzzi on deck.
- Jacuzzi on deck
Water toys
GALAPAGOS HORIZON water toys and tenders
Every item below is listed for GALAPAGOS HORIZON.
Paddle and sail
Kayaks · Paddleboards
Diving
Diving equipment
- Snorkeling Equipment
- Wetsuits
- Diving insured: No
Route inspiration · Winter 2027
Journeys in Ecuador
Winter 2027: Ecuador and Galapagos Islands. These routes follow waters this yacht is listed for.
On board
Amenities and equipment
As listed for this yacht.
Listed amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Coffee machine
- Jacuzzi on deck
- Outdoor Bar
- Special diets
- Starlink Satellite Internet
- Sun Deck
- TV saloon
- Water maker
- Wi-Fi
About the yacht
About GALAPAGOS HORIZON
Description as supplied.
Rates Include (for 2023 only):
All meals throughout cruiseAll transfers in the islandsAll excursionsBilingual national park guideFREE airport assistance*FREE hotel night (1) in Quito or Guayaquil the day before the cruise**FREE airport transfer (1) for Galapagos flight**
*Applies when purchasing roundtrip Galapagos airfare from Royal Galapagos (does not apply on 2X1 promotions).
**Applies only for 8-day cruises in 2023
Rates DO NOT INCLUDE:
Mainland-Galapagos-Mainland airfareAlcoholic drinksUS$100 Galapagos National Park feeUS$20 Transit Control CardTravel / medical insuranceTipsPersonal expenses
Particulars
GALAPAGOS HORIZON specifications
- Length
- 38 m
- Length (ft)
- 125 ft
- Beam
- 13 m
- Draft
- 1.9 m
- Category
- Motor
- Hull
- Multihull
- Builder
- Lyman-Morse
- Year launched
- 2018
- Flag
- Ecuador
- Guests (sleeping)
- 16
- Guests (cruising)
- 16
- Guests (entertaining)
- 16
- Cabins
- 8
- Crew
- 11
- Crew cabins
- Lower deck
- Engine
- 2xSCANIA Diesel Engines DI13 070 at 550HP each
- Cruising speed
- 11 kn
- Cruising speed (km/h)
- 20.4 km/h
- Voltage
- 120/240 AC
- VAT registered
- No
- USA duty
- No
- Smoking
- No smoking
- Prior name
- CAMILA
Photographs courtesy of the yacht's charter management
GALAPAGOS HORIZON charter rate & availability
| Season | Period | Weekly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Winter 2027 | Ecuador, Galapagos Islands | €123,000 – €172,000 per week |
| Summer 2028 | Ecuador, Galapagos Islands | €123,000 per week |
The published rate and availability are confirmed for the requested dates.
Need the cost structure first? Read the Blue Ocean Club guide to base charter fees, APA and taxes.
Who GALAPAGOS HORIZON suits
GALAPAGOS HORIZON is tailored for extended parties seeking an immersive nature cruise, accommodating sixteen guests across eight cabins. As a 38 m motor multihull built by Lyman-Morse in 2018, she pairs multihull stability with a dedicated crew of eleven to look after everyone on board. Days exploring coastal waters revolve around active exploration with kayaks and paddleboards, before guests gather by the outdoor bar or unwind in the jacuzzi on deck.
In her cruising grounds, she presents a substantial multihull platform designed to navigate remote waters in comfort. Her multihull architecture delivers dependable stability and spacious living areas, making her well matched for long-range expedition charters. With eleven crew members attending to sixteen guests, service remains seamless and attentive throughout, balancing generous communal spaces with tranquil private quarters.
The best season to arrange an itinerary depends on your wildlife preferences, with charters programmed for winter 2027 and summer 2028. Her operations focus on West Coast South America, encompassing Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands. The best time for warmer conditions spans December through May, while June through November brings vibrant marine life, allowing guests to experience these protected archipelagos throughout the calendar.
Written by Blue Ocean Club from this yacht's listed particulars and checked against them line by line. The yacht's own description is shown separately on this page.
What a week aboard GALAPAGOS HORIZON costs all-in
Our planning estimate, built on the listed weekly rate shown in the rate section. APA, tax and gratuity are typical figures; your charter contract sets the final amounts.
- Charter fee per guest per night
- $1,227 – $1,718
- Weekly rate ÷ 16 guests ÷ 7 nights, before APA, tax and gratuity.
- Nearest airports · Galapagos Islands
- Baltra (GPS) and San Cristóbal (SCY), via Quito (UIO) or Guayaquil (GYE)
- Yachts usually meet guests at the Baltra airport dock or in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno on San Cristóbal.
- Typical extras
- APA 25% (typical for sailing yachts and catamarans), gratuity 10%.
- Ecuadorian taxes depend on the operator; the Galápagos National Park entry fee (USD 200 for most foreign adults) is paid on arrival.
| Charter fee (listed rate) | $137,450 |
| Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA) (25%) | $34,400 |
| Crew gratuity (customary) (10%) | $13,700 |
| Estimated all-in week | ≈ $185,550 |
| Charter fee (listed rate) | $192,430 |
| Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA) (25%) | $48,100 |
| Crew gratuity (customary) (10%) | $19,200 |
| Estimated all-in week | ≈ $259,730 |
The APA is an advance for fuel, food, drinks, berths and similar running costs; unspent APA is returned. Some yachts are offered on all-inclusive terms, in which case the APA line does not apply. Delivery fees, if any, are extra. How charter costs work.
Cruising the Galapagos Islands: when to go and where to anchor
Best time
The Galapagos experiences two main seasons. From December to May, the warm, wet season brings calmer seas, warmer water, light winds, and periodic rain showers. From June to November, the cool, dry garúa season brings stronger trade winds, rougher seas, and nutrient-rich cold upwellings that increase marine activity. Peak visitor periods align with the warm season holidays and the North American summer months from June to August.
Practical tips
- Fly into Baltra (GPS) or San Cristóbal (SCY) via Quito (UIO) or Guayaquil (GYE); yachts usually meet guests at the Baltra airport dock or in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno.
- Navigation routes and shore landings are strictly scheduled by the Galápagos National Park Directorate, and a licensed local naturalist guide must accompany guests on all excursions.
- Vessels undergo rigorous biosecurity inspections before clearance; ensure all luggage, footwear, and equipment are thoroughly cleaned of seeds, soil, and organic matter.
Anchorages to know
- Academy Bay, Santa CruzAcademy Bay provides access to Puerto Ayora, featuring a rocky bottom with thin sand that offers poor holding and frequently requires mooring buoys or bow-and-stern anchoring.
- Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, San CristóbalThis harbour offers a sheltered anchorage on sand and rock, serving as a primary port of entry and disembarkation point for visiting yachts.
- Sullivan Bay, Santiago IslandLocated on the eastern shore of Santiago Island, this anchorage provides calm waters over sand, set directly against extensive black pahoehoe lava fields.
- Darwin Bay, Genovesa IslandFormed by a submerged volcanic caldera, this deep anchorage offers shelter inside the crater walls with access to seabird nesting colonies.
Also listed
Listed with GALAPAGOS HORIZON
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GALAPAGOS HORIZON yacht gallery
Photographs courtesy of the yacht's charter management
GALAPAGOS HORIZON: your questions, answered
The most common questions we receive about chartering GALAPAGOS HORIZON. For anything specific to your dates, guest list or itinerary, message us directly.