Source Journeys invites you to join us on an extraordinary luxury voyage to one of Earth's last truly wild places — a UNESCO World Heritage Site where evolution happened in real time and where wildlife still greets you without fear. Snorkel alongside playful sea lions and penguins, kayak beside sea turtles older than we can imagine, hike past dancing blue-footed boobies, and stand at the edge of volcanic landscapes found nowhere else on the planet. We experience all of this aboard a private LGBTQ+ charter of the Evolve — a floating five-star boutique hotel and proud member of the Relais & Châteaux collection.
8-night/9-day private LGBTQ+ charter luxury Galápagos cruise aboard the Evolve, a Relais & Châteaux expedition yacht limited to 20 guests.
Steven Krumholz is the guy who actually picks up the phone — and the one who knows which cabin, which resort, and which party is worth your time. Decades of access, zero booking fees, all heart.
Source Journeys invites you to join us on an extraordinary luxury voyage to one of Earth's last truly wild places — a UNESCO World Heritage Site where evolution happened in real time and where wildlife still greets you without fear. Snorkel alongside playful sea lions and penguins, kayak beside sea turtles older than we can imagine, hike past dancing blue-footed boobies, and stand at the edge of volcanic landscapes found nowhere else on the planet. We experience all of this aboard a private LGBTQ+ charter of the Evolve — a floating five-star boutique hotel and proud member of the Relais & Châteaux collection.
8-night/9-day private LGBTQ+ charter luxury Galápagos cruise aboard the Evolve, a Relais & Châteaux expedition yacht limited to 20 guests.
Steven Krumholz is the guy who actually picks up the phone — and the one who knows which cabin, which resort, and which party is worth your time. Decades of access, zero booking fees, all heart.
Guayaquil is the largest city in Ecuador and its primary commercial port, situated on the western bank of the Guayas River. Known as the gateway to the Galápagos Islands, it features a tropical coastal climate, the expansive Malecón 2000 riverfront promenade, and the historic colorful hillside neighborhood of Las Peñas.
San Cristóbal Island is the easternmost major island in Ecuador’s Galápagos archipelago and home to Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, the provincial capital and a principal arrival and boarding point for island-hopping and expedition itineraries. Visitors can easily reach beaches, sea-lion colonies, snorkeling sites, and wildlife-focused visitor areas from town. The island is well suited to a boarding day, with time for a short town visit or nearby beach before joining a cruise or ferry.
San Cristobal is the fifth largest and easternmost island of the Galapagos archipelago. It is comprised of several fused extinct volcanoes and is home to the provincial capital, Puerto Baquerizo Moreno. The island is famous for its diverse wildlife, including a massive population of sea lions, and contains the only permanent freshwater lake in the Galapagos, El Junco Lagoon.
Española Island, also known as Hood Island, is one of the oldest and southernmost islands in the Galápagos archipelago. It is a premier destination for wildlife observation, famous for its endemic species and dramatic volcanic landscapes that have been weathered over millions of years.
Floreana Island is one of the most enigmatic and historical islands of the Galápagos archipelago. Known for its colorful human history involving pirates, whalers, and mysterious disappearances of early settlers, the island offers a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural intrigue. It is the least visited of the inhabited islands and is centered around the small village of Puerto Velasco Ibarra.
Santa Cruz Island is the central tourism hub of the Galapagos archipelago, home to the bustling port town of Puerto Ayora. It offers a diverse range of landscapes from volcanic highlands to white sand beaches, and serves as the primary base for travelers exploring the unique wildlife and geological features of the islands.
Bartolomé Island and Black Turtle Cove are marine wildlife destinations in Ecuador’s Galápagos National Park, typically visited by boat from Santa Cruz Island. Bartolomé is famous for its stark volcanic scenery, Pinnacle Rock, panoramic summit views, golden beaches, and snorkeling opportunities with Galápagos penguins, sea turtles, rays, and other marine life. Nearby Black Turtle Cove is a quiet mangrove-lined inlet explored by small boat, known for sheltered waters and wildlife viewing. Bartolomé has no visitor accommodations, so visits are generally guided day excursions.
South Plaza is one of the smallest yet most biologically diverse islands in the Galápagos archipelago. Created by uplifting lava, the island is characterized by its steep cliffs and vibrant carpets of Sesuvium succulents, which change from green to bright red during the dry season, providing a stunning contrast to the turquoise waters of the Pacific.
San Cristobal is the fifth largest and easternmost island of the Galapagos archipelago. It is comprised of several fused extinct volcanoes and is home to the provincial capital, Puerto Baquerizo Moreno. The island is famous for its diverse wildlife, including a massive population of sea lions, and contains the only permanent freshwater lake in the Galapagos, El Junco Lagoon.
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