Guayaquil

Port Guayaquil stands apart as a cruise hub where a working sea port meets a city pulsing with tropical energy. As the second major jumping-off point for the Galapagos after Quito, it offers the best of both worlds: efficient, cruise-ready facilities - deep-water berths, quick embarkation, and a modern terminal - plus a gateway to world-renowned wildlife via Galapagos flights, exciting shore excursions, and easy access to the archipelago. The signature experiences unfold along the riverfront and into the city: a sunlit stroll along Malecón 2000, museums, waterfront dining with the freshest seafood, and the colorful hillside guasmos that cling to the skyline, giving Guayaquil its distinctive, almost Caribbean flair. Beyond the city, signature destinations include the Galapagos Islands themselves and a tapestry of nearby coastal communities and nature escapes, all within reach thanks to improvements in the airport and urban transport network. Fleet features at the port are designed for efficiency and reliability, with ample docking space, modern terminals, and crew-friendly services to handle everything from intimate expedition ships to larger vessels. Onboard services aboard visiting ships - signature dining concepts, spa and wellness, enrichment programs, family facilities, and entertainment - seamlessly complement Guayaquil’s own warmth, making this port not just a stopover but a memorable, rhythm-filled gateway to Ecuador’s coast and beyond.