Ecuadorian destination management company, Via Natura, expects to launch a “game-changing” purpose-built expedition vessel in the Galapagos Islands in 12 months, targeting the ultra-high-net-worth traveller.

HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) is revolutionising its pricing structure by transitioning to all-inclusive offering, part of an initiative to simplify the product for the trade and to further enhance its onboard guest offering.

Step into the adventure of a lifetime on HX’s largest famil yet — an expedition to the breathtaking Galápagos Islands.

Silversea Cruises has been recognised as the first tour operator to gain certification in environmental management in the Galapagos Islands. The ultra-luxury and expedition cruise line is the first operator to divert all waste from landfill disposal in the Galapagos.

Abercrombie & Kent has expanded its portfolio in the Galápagos Islands with preferred partner, Ecoventura, a leader in sustainable travel. Ecoventura recently added Evolve – the third expedition yacht in its upgraded fleet — collectively the newest and greenest in the islands. Carrying only 20 guests, the yachts are the only Galápagos vessels in the esteemed Relais & Châteaux collection.

A&K Travel Group Ltd has announced an equity partnership with Santiago Dunn and his company, Ecoventura, a leader in sustainable travel in the Galapagos Islands. The partnership foresees an equity investment in Ecoventura as well as the creation of a joint venture, headed by Santiago Dunn in his new role as CEO of A&K South America.

G Adventures has introduced its first custom-built catamaran to its fleet of vessels in the Galapagos this northern hemisphere summer.

Hurtigruten Group is knuckling down on its expansion into new markets, acquiring a 24.9% share in its South American travel partner, Metropolitan Touring.

The Royal Palm Galapagos Hotel on the Galalagos island of Santa Cruz is joining The Curio Collection by Hilton.

Silversea Cruises officially welcomed Silver Origin to its fleet with a ceremony held in San Cristobal, the Galápagos Islands in late February. The destination-specific, 100-guest vessel was delivered to the ultra-luxury cruise line last year and has been in operation since June.

Celebrity Cruises has unveiled its 2024 sailings to the Galapagos Islands aboard one of the brand’s three intimate ships – Celebrity Flora, Celebrity Xpedition or Celebrity Xploration.

Ecuador’s President Lasso Guillermo has officially signed the declaration to expand the boundaries of the Galápagos Marine Reserve by 60,000 sq kilometers.