0208 248 2355
Questions about your booking? Contact Us
Login
All Suite Mega Yacht
Our stunning Celebrity Flora® is the first all-suites, 100-guest ship designed exclusively for sailing these islands, and it’s the first resort at sea in the region to receive a Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star Rating. Inspired by the islands and built with natural materials, the ship merges seamlessly with the surroundings, giving you a feeling of total immersion. To bring you an even more in-depth experience, certified naturalists from the Galápagos National Park are on board to guide the journey.
Proving you can practice responsible tourism and deliver the ultimate at the same time, Celebrity Flora was built with the latest environmental technologies. The dynamic positioning system allows the mega-yacht to remain on station without dropping anchors, protecting the seabed—and the solar panels supplement electricity, reducing emissions. The result is one of the most eco-friendly ships sailing anywhere—just one reason Celebrity Flora was awarded “Best Cruise Ship” in 2021.
This was our first cruise with Celebrity (we've previously traveled with Princess, Norwegian, and Antarctica21) and we loved Celebrity so much we've already booked our next cruise with them. The Ecuadorian crew know that the Galapagos is a typically a once-in-a-lifetime, "bucket-list" trip, and treat you accordingly. It seems as if the crew is aware that every interaction contributes to a memorable (good or bad) experience and they are collectively committed to be one of the best memories you'll ever have. Additionally, it's immediately obvious that Celebrity has been hosting Galapagos trips for a long time, and everything feels very dialed-in; running like clock-work, but in a way that allows you to just relax, enjoy the experience, and trust their expertise. From the warm and/or cold cloths when you're back from an excursion, to the most delicious morning lattes, to the dreamy Dinner Under the Stars, to the (underused) hot tub, the experience is a 7-day delight. I'd like to refute to previous reviews that I'd read that made me a bit nervous before the trip: 1. That the food was bland. Not true at all. Each meal was delicious and exceptionally diverse for a 100-passenger ship (keep in mind, too, that nearly all the food is locally sourced...600 miles from mainland Ecuador). 2. That the excursions lacked sufficient adventure/activity. Also untrue. We had several amazing deep water snorkel swims, where we swam above reef sharks, with the marine iguanas, spent a half hour "playing" with a fun-loving sea lion, and at one point found ourselves surrounded by over 70 sea turtles. It's also worth keeping in mind that the land and water experiences aren't Celebrity-specific, they are offered, regulated, and authorized by the Galapagos National Park, so don't expect any cruise experience to "go off the grid" and offer up something wholly unique from what everyone else is doing. That said, when hiking and swimming every day, it's so wonderful to come back to one of the most comfortable floating hotels on the planet. Anything you need, and even things you haven't thought of, have been anticipated and will be readily available to you. I do agree that you'll enjoy this trip the most if you're at least moderately mobile/active, so don't put it off! In our mid-50's, we were amongst the youngef passengers on the ship, but one thing we all had in come was enthusiasm for and marvel of this special, singular group of islands and their amazing inhabitants.
This ship is near to perfect as any we have been on. Nearly as many crew as passengers. Great service. Great food. Ship is small and easy to get around. Common spaces are comfortable and not crowded feeling. Marina for getting on an off zodiac tenders is perfect. Very safety minded touches. Snorkeling is safe. And magnificent. Naturalists are great at finding wildlife and explaining things in an interesting way. Sights are amazing on land and under the sea. Tender ride tours yield great pics. This hits my top 5 after a lifetime of travel. Here are a few tips. Nice suite with balcony. It has no power on the one side of the bed. The balcony door is very hard to open. The magnified mirror in the suite has a very sensitive on off touch button that we couldn’t figure out how to turn off. They have a 44 lb limit. We believe this is because they give you 5 lbs of stuff to carry home. A nice backpack, insulated metal water bottle and poncho. They do laundry twice. I overpacked. Didn’t need the wet bag we took. Did use iPhone waterproof holders under water snorkeling. You need zinc based sunscreen. The sun is super hot there. All of our group has some bathroom issues off an off. Take immodium. We heard multiple reports of gastro issues after eating under the stars on deck 7. Mild though. Food all week was great. Use the crushed ice to fill your water bottle. The black metal soaks in heat. The hangers can dry wet stuff behind the tv hanging from the ceiling. There is a bit of a shortage of places to hang wet stuff. There is tremendous storage capacity. We didn’t use all the shelves and drawers. They offer various pillow styles. I ordered firm after a night of too soft. Good pillows and beds. The day tour in Quito was nice. Cool there. The trip from the airport to the motel is 45 minutes on not great roads in a nice bus. All busses on the trip were nice and not full. The plane from Quito to Baltra was hot and when you get to the outdoor airport there was a long walk, long wait and it was hot. Wear cool stuff for that day and use sunscreen. I used light colored clothing with long sleeves to snorkel and for long boat rides. Even 50 sunscreen is recommended for reapplication 3x per day. I agree. This is a fantastic trip that should be on bucket lists. The Flora is near perfection. Kudos to the crew!
The trip to Galapagos exceeded my expectations. We chose the 10 day vacation with pre and post cruise stays in Quito. Celebrity representatives met us at the airport and everything went smoothly. JW Marriott was beautiful although we didn't have much time to explore. We arrived late the first night and took a taxi (Celebrity called for us) to a restaurant for lunch to meet our group. Missed tour of the Old City but Equator tour was interesting. The naturalists were the best. Our room was spacious. We had an infinite veranda. Still not sure if I prefer traditional balcony, but we really did not have much time in the room. Two (sometimes three) excursions per day. Really appreciated that everything was included in upfront price. Just a tip for those with infinite veranda--You do not need clothesline. Our room attendant put our wet clothes on hangars and hung them from the rim in the ceiling that separates the space that would be the balcony from the rest of the room
We did the 2 day pre-cruise and 1 night post cruise stay at the JW Marriott in Quito. Our experience upon arrival at the Quito airport through being dropped off at the end of the trip was outstanding-taken care of every step of the way! We enjoyed a tour of Quito and visited the equator. Meals were included. There was a charter flight to take us to the Galapagos from Quito. The ship, crew, service and overall experience was one of the best we've ever experienced. The Galapagos is such a special place and the experience of seeing these beautiful islands & wildlife with the Naturalists was very memorable. Good to know in advance: Included in cruise: 40 items of clothing for laundry service on the ship, given backpacks, water bottles, rain poncho to keep. Provided a tube of reef safe sunscreen. Have use of nice binoculars that are in the room. All snorkel equipment, wetsuits, walking sticks are provided. Food was top notch, a lot of fresh seafood and ceviche. Fellow travelers mainly in their 60s-70's but ages ranged from 40 to 87. Cannot have mobility issues as you only use the tenders to get onboard and off the ship. The service and crew were excellent without exception. I highly recommend this cruise!
Extraordinary Place. Extraordinary Ship. All Suites. All Inclusive.
Celebrity Flora offers the largest and most luxurious accommodations in the Galapagos Islands. In fact, every stateroom on board is a suite that includes an unrivalled array of indulgent design features, services, and amenities.
Full room automation that lets you control everything with the touch of a button. Premium linens and bathrobes. Personal Suite Attendants. Chocolates and bathroom products sourced locally from Ecuador. Integrated drinking water filtration systems in every suite. We could go on.
On Celebrity Flora unwinding after a day of adventures in the islands easier than ever.
Flora Suite Features and Amenities
*Available in Penthouse Suites and Royal Suites Only
Culinary Excellence
From the Robust Ecuadorian Coffee to the fresh fare at every meal, almost everything on the menu was grown, raised or caught right here on these islands. We take all those incredible fresh ingredients and prepare a daily feast full of local flare and flavor. Every menu takes you a bit further into becoming one with this enchanting destination and unique culture.
You'll always remember the islands that time forgot. In the Galapagos, modern explorers come eye to eye with ancient tortoises, comical birds, and other amazing beasts—plus landscapes as fantastical as the animals—for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
For seven glorious days, you'll follow in the footsteps of Darwin, viewing this realm through the eyes of certified naturalists, making discoveries on shore excursions—two per day included—in small groups of travelers who share your interests.
Each evening, you'll come home to the vessel that is as extraordinary as the islands. The 100-guest, all-suites Celebrity Flora—the first and only resort at sea in the region to receive a Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star Rating. Everything you want or need will be included—stunning accommodations, inspired food and drink, unlimited Wi-Fi—all delivered with superlative service.
Plus, after 17 years of award-winning Galapagos cruises and vacations, we can open your world even wider with all-inclusive packages of 10–16 nights in South America. Explore lofty Quito, capital of Ecuador; mystical Machu Picchu, high in the Andes Mountains; historic Lima, seaside capital of Peru; and charming Cuzco, ancient city of the Inca—complete with air transfers, five-star accommodations, and tours.
Join us for a rare, life-changing experience.
Comfortable Spaces
While unmistakably Celebrity style, this is a more relaxed atmosphere where you can get to know your fellow explorers and share the excitement of your Galapagos adventures. We’ve designed several warm, welcoming spaces on board, so you can unwind, foster new friendships, gather to hear expert speakers, and share the joy.
Sun and fitness. Relax and rejuvenate in the plunge pool, hot tub, exercise room, and massage facilities.
From fun activities on board to adventurous excursions on land, our award-winning cruises offer unforgettable experiences for the whole family to enjoy. Kids, parents, and grandparents will find plenty of opportunities to spend quality time together and create memories that will remain long after your vacation ends.
Gather everyone for a movie night under the stars. Enjoy theater shows and live music. Splash with your kids on the beach or go on thrilling shore excursions with adventurous teens. There’s something for everyone to love on our fun-filled family cruises.
