Galápagos yacht

The 125-foot motor yacht Parranda carries up to 16 passengers plus a naturalist guide and crew of seven on 8-day cruises in the Galápagos Islands. Walk on volcanic islands, snorkel with sea lions or paddle a kayak through mangrove lagoons. The ship is fitted with stabilizers, and cabins have private facilities with freshwater showers.

In 2009, cruises Feb. 19-28, March 19-28 and June 18-27 cost $5,295 per person, double occupancy (international airfare not included). Add round-trip Ecuador-Galápagos airfare of $410.

Boundless Journeys (Stowe, VT; 800/941-8010 or 802/253-1640, www.boundlessjourneys.com).