Monserrat Galapagos

The 1973-built G Adventures' Monserrat is a premium yacht designed for Galapagos Islands cruise vacations. Originally constructed as a sturdy fishing vessel, Monserrat was completely redesigned in 2011 as a tourist-class expedition ship.

History – Construction and Ownership

G Adventures (formerly "Gap Adventures") is a small-group adventure travel company headquartered in Toronto, Canada. The company specializes in environmentally and socially responsible travel aboard small vessels, offering some of the best passenger-to-staff ratios in the industry. The G Adventures Galapagos fleet includes Estrella del Mar, Monserrat, Queen of Galapagos, Xavier 3, and Yolita 2. The 20-passenger Monserrat is a boutique yacht offering spacious outdoor areas, comfortable cabins, cozy lounges, and an onboard naturalist guide for every 10 guests.

The vessel is named after the Virgin of Montserrat, the patroness of Catalonia, Spain. For centuries, sailors have regarded her as a faithful companion and protector on their voyages at sea.

Cruise Itinerary Program

MV Monserrat operates Galapagos Islands cruise itineraries departing from Baltra Island.

Cabins

Monserrat has 10 air-conditioned, wood-paneled, and carpeted cabins, two of which feature double beds. All cabins are spacious and designed for comfort during island-hopping expeditions.

Shipboard Dining – Food and Drinks

The ship’s cozy Dining Room serves freshly prepared international and local cuisine. Since January 2019, G Adventures has banned single-use plastics across its Galapagos fleet, providing guests with a complimentary reusable water bottle per voyage. The policy supports Galapagos Conservancy’s environmental regulations, which prohibit non-returnable bottles (effective March 2019). Plastic straws and bags were also banned fleetwide in May 2018.

Shipboard Entertainment – Fun and Sport

Monserrat features a large sundeck, a comfortable lounge with an LCD TV for briefings and relaxation, and a spacious top deck with a bar. Her social areas also include a bar, a small boutique, and three solariums. Wetsuits are available for rent, while beach towels and snorkeling equipment are provided free of charge. With 11 dedicated crew members and two certified naturalist guides (licensed by the Galápagos National Park Service), guests receive expert guidance and personal attention throughout their journey.