Here are a few tips on how to lower the cost:

·         Wait until you get on land to use phone or Internet.

·         Book 3-night Galapagos cruises on small vessels. Here you can find 3-night Galapagos cruises that may be less expensive than budget-priced trips. The deck and cabin space for such 3-night Galapagos cruises may be limited and your guide may not be the most knowledgeable, but everything else should be fine.

·         Find older boats. The best deal I found for 3-night Galapagos cruises was on Yolita I. The price is $680 per person, but the offer expires on June 9, 2008 when the boat is replaced by Yolita II and a higher price tag.

·         Some websites specialize in cruise discounts. Here you can book an inside cabin on the Legend Cruise Ship for $954 if you travel on specific dates.

·         Visit the Galapagos Cruise Wholesale Discount Center online.

·         Early booking of 3-night Galapagos cruises may save you money, though most sites advertising 3-night Galapagos cruises do not list it as an option.

·         Last-minute booking offers the best deals. It can reduce the price of 3-night Galapagos cruises by several hundred dollars. Finding such opportunities is best if you plan to visit Ecuador anyway and your schedule is flexible.

·         Travel agents who work in larger agencies get more bookings, so they can offer you a lower price by reducing their commission. Agents working for smaller tourist agencies do not make enough bookings in a year to be willing to give you such discount.

·         Look for cruise promotions.

Even without a discount, 3-night Galapagos cruises will offer you an unforgettable experience, so don’t’ delay and start searching for 3-night Galapagos cruises.