Galapagos, Ecuador
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TRANSIT AND PORT SERVICES

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ENTRY PERMIT TO GALAPAGOS

There are four inhabited ports where you have the option to visit with your own vessel for up to 60 days. Government authorization for yacht entry, known as the “Autógrafo,” is issued by the Ministry of Defense of Ecuador. It is advised to begin the process of obtaining this permit two months before arriving in the Galápagos.
GALAPAGOS THE SAFEST DESTINATION IN THE WORLD

TYPE OF ENTRANCE

Cruising permit within the Protected areas.

For entry to the Galapagos, two essential requirements are needed:

  • Government authorization for yacht entry, known as the “Autógrafo,” is issued by the Ministry of Defense of Ecuador. It is advised to begin the process of obtaining this permit two months before arriving in the Galápagos
  • A special authorization from the Galapagos National Park is required for the yacht to visit protected areas, according to a specific itinerary, which includes pristine and remote visitor sites. A naturalist park guide must be on board during the cruise through these protected areas
EMERGENCY PERMIT
Vessels have the right to request an emergency stop at Galapagos ports through a yacht agency, typically due to serious mechanical issues or medical emergencies. The Galapagos authorities are very strict, so upon arrival, the Navy will inspect the vessel, and the harbor master will assess the validity of the emergency. If the stop is brief, only minimal port clearance IN/OUT fees will apply. These vessels are permitted to stay in only one port, and the length of stay will be determined by the maritime authorities based on their inspection and judgment upon arrival. The following documents are required upon arrival
  • Passport copies of all crew and guests on board
  • The certificate of registry
  • Last port clearance stating the vessel was not heading to Galapagos
  • Fumigation certification from the last port
PERMIT FOR FUELING

Fuel Authorization and Delivery Information:

Authorizations: To obtain fuel at the Baltra station, Galapagos Nautical Services must register the yacht with the fuel state company system, a process known as “Fuel Code Authorization”. This authorization typically takes three business days to be issued.

Fuel Prices and Deliveries: A new fuel price is set on the 12th day of each month and remains valid for 30 days. Fuel deliveries are available every day of the week. Yachts must request an almost exact amount of fuel, as it is not possible to purchase additional fuel on the spot or leave behind any requested fuel.

Fuel Dock: The dock at Baltra Island is 80 meters long and 10 meters deep at high tide, equipped with two pipes. Private Fuel barges are also available

About the Station & Fuel Product: The only fuel station is located on Baltra Island at Aeolian Bay, and belongs to the Ecuadorian state company, PETROECUADOR. Large amounts of Diesel Premium and Gasoline are available in the Galapagos, and are stored at the Baltra fuel terminal, typically meeting the required standards.
Private Fuel Barges are also available

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Galapagos, Ecuador 2024.

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Puerto Ayora,
Santa Cruz.

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