Sarah Bretz, ContributorCelebrity Cruises’ 2027 Galapagos sailings have opened for booking. The seven, 10, 11, and 16-night all-inclusive itineraries offer an unforgettable vacation experience while providing an opportunity to contribute to conservation efforts.
The Galapagos is the center of attention on Celebrity’s 100-guest mega yacht, Celebrity Flora. The vessel, which was purpose-designed for the region, allows guests to enjoy all-inclusive accommodations and elevated culinary experiences. Itineraries are led by Galapagos National Park expert naturalists, immersing passengers in the destination each day. On every sailing, guests can look forward to experiences including glamping under the stars on board, snorkeling with sea lions, kayaking with sea turtles, coastal explorations along volcano cliffs, and guided tours with giant tortoises.
Recognizing the significance of sustaining the Galápagos Archipelago for present and future generations, Celebrity has celebrated a significant milestone in its commitment to environmental stewardship and conservation in the region. Partnering with the Galápagos National Park since 2014, Celebrity Cruises marked a decade of progress on its Scalesia reforestation project. The successful project, now referred to as the “Rewilding Galápagos” initiative, invites guests to help restore the natural habitats of the Galápagos Islands and protect endangered wildlife throughout the region. On each itinerary, Celebrity Flora guests visit the reforestation area with Galapagos Park Rangers and naturalist guides to plant seedlings.
Celebrity is the only tour operator partnering with the Galapagos National Park to carry out such a project, and has planted over 85,000 endemic plant species to date. To commemorate the 10-year milestone, representatives and park rangers from the Galápagos National Park, as well as naturalists and guests traveling aboard Celebrity Flora participated in a special Scalesia tree planting event.
“We have the privilege of connecting our guests with some of the most pristine destinations on our planet and understand that we need to play a role in maintaining the health of these delicate ecosystems,” says Laura Hodges Bethge, president of Celebrity Cruises. “In the Galapagos Islands, we are very proud of our long-standing partnership and will continue to work closely to support education and conservation projects that promote the preservation of this natural marvel for future generations.”
Established in 2005, the Celebrity Cruises Galápagos Fund has supported local conservation efforts through the restoration of the islands’ ecosystems and local community projects. The newly renovated Hernán Carrión Nursery, sponsored by Celebrity Cruises, grows all the native plants used for reforestation efforts in the Galápagos. Over the past decade, guests have helped to restore more than 60 acres and support the incredibly biodiverse habitats that are home to iconic plant and animal species.
To learn more about how Celebrity Cruises is helping conserve the Galapagos’ pristine beauty, visit celebritycruises.com/about-us/sustainability-efforts/stewardship.
Now through May 1, 2025, travelers can save 50 percent on the second guest in their stateroom. Plus, when booking with Flights by Celebrity, guests can enjoy complimentary airfare from the U.S. or Canada to the Galapagos (up to $750 per person). These offers are applicable on all 2027 Galapagos expeditions.
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