Celebrity Flora At-a-Glance
A purpose-built 100-passenger mega-yacht engineered specifically for the Galapagos Marine Reserve, blending dynamic positioning with residential all-suite luxury and all-inclusive expedition programming.
50 All-Suite Staterooms
1:1.25 Staff-to-Guest Ratio
Anchorless Dynamic Positioning
Non-Stop Charter Flights
“There are over 50 cruise ships sailing the Galapagos archipelago on a regular basis. Here is why Celebrity Flora stands out above all of them: it was the first purpose-built yacht created specifically for the destination, meeting the strictest ecological standards while delivering an uncompromising standard of all-suite luxury.”
— Ignacio Maza, Senior Travel Advisor
A New Superyacht Designed for the Destination
Most vessels operating in the Galapagos are converted research hulls, repurposed small ships, or private yachts refitted to comply with National Park regulations. Celebrity Flora, launched in 2019, represents a radical departure: it was engineered from the very beginning specifically for these protected equatorial waters.
Because of this bespoke architectural vision, the ship meets the world’s most stringent environmental protocols. It features an anchorless dynamic positioning system that utilizes GPS thrusters to keep the vessel stationery without dropping physical anchors onto fragile marine habitats or seabed corals. Advanced reverse-osmosis filtration systems convert seawater into fresh water, completely eliminating single-use plastic bottles.
With a strict cap of just 50 suites and up to 100 passengers, Flora strikes the perfect balance: spacious enough to feature two restaurants, two stylish bars, a fitness center, a library, and extensive open decks, yet intimate enough that the ship’s attentive staff knows your name, preferences, and favorite cocktails by the second morning of your cruise.
Panoramic Open Decks: Sun loungers, plush outdoor sofas, and a central fire pit on Celebrity Flora’s top observation deck, framed by volcanic Galapagos sunsets.
All-Suite Sanctuaries: Infinite Verandas to Penthouse Suites
Every single accommodation aboard Celebrity Flora is a spacious luxury suite, ranging from 330 square feet in the Sky Suite category to over 1,288 square feet in the Penthouse Suites.
A standout innovation is the signature Infinite Veranda. With the simple press of a button, the upper half of the floor-to-ceiling panoramic glass window descends smoothly, transforming the entire sitting area of your suite into an open-air balcony. This design maximizes interior square footage while allowing the fresh ocean breezes and sounds of barking sea lions to fill your room.
For travelers desiring the pinnacle of luxury, the Royal Suites and Penthouse Suites offer palatial residential layouts with separate master living rooms, expansive private wrap-around terraces, outdoor whirlpool tubs, and spa-inspired bathrooms featuring outward-facing soaking tubs and double rainfall showers.
The Sky Suite featuring the motorized Infinite Veranda and contemporary residential decor.
The expansive Royal Suite with separate living quarters and panoramic ocean views.
All-Inclusive, Elevated: Seamless Care from Sea to Shore
Celebrity Flora operates on a truly all-inclusive basis. Your cruise fare covers:
- All Dining & Beverages: Gourmet multi-course dining in the Seaside Restaurant and open-air grilling at Ocean Grill, paired with sommelier-curated wines, spirits, and craft cocktails.
- Complete Expedition Gear: Every guest is fitted on arrival with high-end snorkeling masks, snorkels, fins, and dedicated wetsuits tailored for local water temperatures.
- All Gratuities & Wi-Fi: Crew tips, port fees, National Park permits, and unlimited satellite Wi-Fi are fully bundled.
- Signature Return Welcomes: Returning to the marina platform from a shore landing is a delight: crew members greet you with warm scented towels, iced refreshments, and fresh canapés on deck.
The only items incurring an additional fee are reserve vintage wines from the sommelier’s cellar, personal laundry, spa treatments, and the unique top-deck glamping experience.
Culinary Artistry: The Seaside Restaurant highlights sustainable Ecuadorian seafood, prime meats, and local organic produce against sweeping panoramic seascapes.
Next-Gen Tenders & Unmatched Excursion Variety
On conventional expedition vessels, boarding inflatable Zodiacs can be cumbersome, requiring awkward transfers that eat up valuable exploration time. Flora solved this with custom-designed Novurania tenders featuring hydraulic boarding stairs and roll-on ramps.
Rapid Boarding: Ten guests can safely board or disembark a tender in under 60 seconds (Ignacio Maza timed it personally!). This efficiency returns precious hours back to guests for observing wildlife in the field.
Furthermore, Flora offers up to seven different daily excursions. Rather than forcing all guests onto a single rigid track, guests choose between gentle tender rides along dramatic cliffs to spot nesting boobies, rigorous volcanic caldera hikes, sea kayaking through mangrove lagoons, or open-water snorkeling with hammerhead sharks and playful sea lions.
Custom Novurania tenders designed with roll-on stairs for rapid, safe boarding.
Deep-water snorkeling and marine wildlife exploration guided by certified naturalists.
Glamping at Sea: A Night Beneath Equatorial Stars
One of the most enchanting and exclusive amenities aboard Celebrity Flora is the opportunity to go glamping at sea. Flora is the only ship in the entire cruise industry that offers this magical experience.
Two luxurious cabanas on the top observation deck are transformed into private open-air sanctuaries. Guests enjoy a private four-course al fresco dinner for two under the stars, cocktails by a dedicated attendant, a proper double bed made with plush luxury linens, and nighttime stargazing through high-powered telescopes with the ship’s naturalist guide. Waking up to the sunrise over volcanic islands while breakfast is served in bed is an experience you will remember for a lifetime.
Glamping at Sea: The exclusive top-deck cabana glamping setup on Celebrity Flora, allowing guests to sleep in complete luxury beneath the Southern Cross.
The Private Charter Advantage & Seamless Packages
Reaching the Galapagos typically requires commercial flights that stop in Guayaquil, resulting in long layovers and crowded terminals. Celebrity Cruises eliminates this entirely:
- Exclusive Non-Stop Charter Flights: Celebrity operates its own private charter jet directly between Quito and Baltra.
- Unmatched Aircraft Space: Celebrity caps the flight at exactly 100 passengers aboard a 160-passenger Airbus jet, providing extra legroom, open middle seats, and zero luggage stress.
- Curated Pre-Cruise Nights in Quito: Packages include two nights at the 5-star JW Marriott Quito with private colonial city tours, gourmet meals, and private airport VIP transfers.
- Optional Peru Extensions: Seamless 16-night packages combine the Galapagos cruise with Machu Picchu, Cusco, and Lima.
Ready to Sail the Galapagos Aboard Celebrity Flora?
Let the certified expedition cruise advisors at Vincent Vacations secure your preferred suite on Celebrity Flora with exclusive Signature Travel Network perks and full concierge care.
Frequently Asked Questions About Celebrity Flora
Celebrity Flora was the first mega-yacht specifically purpose-built from the keel up exclusively for the Galapagos Islands. Unlike retrofitted vessels, Flora features anchorless dynamic positioning to protect delicate marine ecosystems, all-suite accommodations with Infinite Verandas, advanced outward-facing public spaces, custom Novurania tenders with rapid roll-on boarding, and an almost 1:1 staff-to-guest ratio with only 100 passengers.
Celebrity Flora is an all-inclusive luxury experience. The cruise fare covers all gourmet dining across two restaurants, premium spirits, fine wines, and cocktails, unlimited Wi-Fi, daily shore excursions (up to 7 options daily), professional tipping and gratuities, snorkeling gear, wetsuits, fins, transfers, and National Park fees. The only optional add-ons are top-shelf vintage cellar wines, spa treatments, laundry, and the top-deck glamping experience.
Celebrity Flora is the only ship in the world offering "Glamping at Sea." Two top-deck cabanas are transformed for the evening, featuring a private al fresco dinner for two under the equatorial sky, a lavish double bed dressed in luxury linens, a dedicated naturalist for night sky stargazing, and breakfast in bed as the sun rises over the Galapagos.
Celebrity operates an exclusive private non-stop charter flight directly between Quito and the Galapagos (Baltra). Unlike commercial flights that require a stop in Guayaquil, this flight flies non-stop. Furthermore, Celebrity limits passengers to 100 guests aboard a 160-seat aircraft, ensuring ample room, expedited baggage handling, and seamless VIP transit.
As a top Signature Travel Network agency, Vincent Vacations secures exclusive VIP perks for Celebrity Flora guests, including shipboard spending credits, complimentary pre-cruise hotel accommodations in Quito, preferred suite placement, and personalized itinerary planning with advisors who have sailed the ship firsthand.
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