We have promised that you will be fully catered to and taken care of while cruising with MV ORIGIN – and today, we want to introduce you to one of the superstars who will make it happen! MV ORIGIN welcomes Benjamín Mora in its new role as ORIGIN’s Concierge. Benjamín was handpicked to be the ambassador of MV […]
Join us Onboard ORIGIN’s Inaugural Cruise
From the moment you arrive in Galapagos your adventure begins. You will be whisked away on a Zodiac or “panga” that will take you to the ORIGIN to begin your adventure. ORIGIN is the newest luxury yacht in Galapagos introducing sophistication, a high level of comfort, gastronomical experiences, quality guides and exciting excursions. Excitement builds as you […]
First Photos of MV ORIGIN’s Inaugural Cruise!
Welcome Aboard MV ORIGIN! The ORIGIN arrived at her home port of Wreck Bay on the Island of San Cristobal on Thursday evening, February 25th. She was able to reach a maximum speed of 15 knots fully loaded with fuel, water and supplies, with an average sailing speed of 12.5 knots. ORIGIN left the shipyard […]
Christening MV ORIGIN in Guayaquil
Join us as we celebrate the newest luxury yacht to Galapagos, MV ORIGIN! Last week our team at Ecoventura christened the newest member of the Ecoventura fleet, MV ORIGIN, and Doris Welsh was named as Godmother. Doris has been with Ecoventura for 25 years with numerous visits to the Islands and is a vital member […]
Fall in Love with Ecuadorian Chocolate
During February love is in the air… or at least in the Ecuadorian Chocolate! You’ve heard of Ecuador because of the famous Galapagos Islands, where wildlife wanders without fear, and Ecuador’s captivating Amazon that holds an astounding biodiversity, but did you know that Ecuador is considered the Land of Chocolate? What makes Ecuadorian Chocolate unique? A recent […]
Zika Virus: What You Need to Know if Traveling to Ecuador and Galapagos
You read all the travel guides, did your research and finally booked your once-in-a-lifetime trip to the Galapagos with Ecoventura…. and then the Zika virus hit the news. Knowing this is a trip you’ve been looking forward to, we want to help clear up any questions and feel more ready than ever to cross the Enchanted Islands off […]
Introducing MV ORIGIN’s Executive Chef: Andres Torres
MV ORIGIN’s kitchen has the privilege to be managed by Executive Chef Andres Torres. We are proud to welcome him to the MV ORIGIN and talented team of chefs at Ecoventura. We are excited to watch the culinary experience he will share with our guests onboard. Since Chef Torres was 16 he knew that he had a passion […]
Memorable Galapagos Moments
You hear about the blue footed booby dance and the famous Flightless cormorant. You see photos of sea lions swimming alongside guests as they snorkel and travelers returning home with photos of the well-known Galapagos Tortoise, but which of these experiences are most memorable? During your visit you will encounter a variety of only in Galapagos […]
Choosing Between Small Yachts and Big Cruise Ships in Galapagos
Your choice of touring vessel size will have a big impact on what type of trip you can expect while visiting the Galapagos. We are often asked what makes our small yachts stand out among the bigger cruise ships, and in the Galapagos we believe a smaller, more intimate motor yacht is the best choice to experience such […]
MV Origin Has Hit the Water
MV Origin is officially in the water! Our team in Ecuador is working hard to prepare for the inaugural ceremony, taking place in Guayaquil next month and the inaugural voyage, set for February 28th. Check out our newest video highlighting Origin’s first days in the water: The final touches are being done on the cabins, […]
