TRIP OF A LIFETIME!

Item: Celebrity Xpedition
Rating: 4.8
Author: Dancer49

Celebrity Xpedition Cruise Review to Galapagos

Dancer49

Contributor Level: Purser

Cruises: 7+ cruises

Reviews: 2

Helpful Votes: 15

Overall rating:

4.8 out of 5

Verified Review

7 Night Galapagos Northern Loop (Baltra Roundtrip)

Sail date: May 25, 2024

Ship: Celebrity Xpedition

Cabin type: Oceanview

Cabin number: 414

Traveled as: Couple

Reviewed: 5 months ago

Review summary

We have been on many cruises and this is the best one yet! Celebrity went out of their way to be assured that everything went smoothly, including helping with flights at the airport when weather caused delays. This is a cruise of a lifetime with lots of activities to learn about the wildlife and the islands. There are 2 activities in the morning and 2 in the afternoon. Kayak, snorkel, hike, boat trip around the island are some examples. You pick whichever you want. Everything is planned out and you just have to show up. We were sad that it was over!

Embarkation

5 out of 5

Friendly and efficient!

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

5 out of 5

The food and drink were excellent and fresh and offered a large variety of options. (Only one dining room on this ship). I was very impressed with their concern that everyone was happy with their selection and if there was anything they could do to make it better!

Onboard Activities

5 out of 5

All activities were off the ship which were hikes, snorkeling, kayaking, etc. Lectures by naturalists regarding the next day’s activities are helpful since they always offered 2 options, one easier than the other. All activities were fun and educational with regard to the wildlife and terrain of the Galapagos. . The naturalists were knowledgeable and engaging.

Service and Staff

5 out of 5

All staff and personnel went out of their way to make sure passengers were happy. The ratio staff to passengers was almost 2:1 since the ship is small and we were guaranteed personal attention.

Ship Quality

4 out of 5

Ship is dated but clean.

Cabin / Stateroom

4 out of 5

Cabins are clean but small due to the fact that the ship is small in order to navigate the Galapagos.

Ship tip

It’s a trip of a lifetime! We didn’t want it to end!

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Ports of call

Baltra, Galapagos

5 out of 5

ALL PORTS ON THIS CRUISE ARE BEAUTIFUL AND EDUCATIONAL AND WE PARTICIPATED IN EXCURSIONS ON EACH ONE.

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BLACK TURTLE COVE, SANTA CRUZ, GALAPAGOS

5 out of 5

Rabida, Galapagos

5 out of 5

Puerto Egas, San Salvador, Galapagos

5 out of 5

Caleta Tagus, Isabela, Galapagos

5 out of 5

Punta Espinoza, Fernandina, Galapagos

5 out of 5

Urbina Bay, Isabela, Galapagos

5 out of 5

Punta Vicente Roca, Isabela, Galapagos

5 out of 5

Bartolome Island, San Salvador, Galapagos

5 out of 5

Las Bachas, Santa Cruz, Galapagos

5 out of 5

Daphne Island, Galapagos

5 out of 5

El Barranco, Genovesa, Galapagos

5 out of 5

Bahia Darwin, Genovesa, Galapagos

5 out of 5

Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz, Galapagos

5 out of 5

Disembarkation

5 out of 5

Efficient and easy.

8 Comments

Ladyjunecliff 13 days ago

Wow, what an exciting experience. One that you will never forget!

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Cruisers4Lyfe 4 months ago

Thanks for sharing

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javawoody 5 months ago

Wonderful itinerary, thanks for sharing your experience

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Gwbigdog 5 months ago

Thanks for sharing

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cruising2004 5 months ago

Glad you had a wonderful cruise! Thank you for your review.

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HeavySeas 5 months ago

Awesome......thanks for sharing your cruise experience and glad you enjoyed your cruise

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AuntPinkie 5 months ago

Awesome itinerary. Appreciate your detailed feedback. Glad you enjoyed your cruise.

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MargieRita 5 months ago

Thanks for sharing and glad your cruise was all you hoped for and more. Did you use Celebrity Air for your flight?

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