Description:
The Galapagos Explorer II is designed to provide comfort and scientific information to 100 passengers visiting the Galapagos National Park. Its operation is emphasized with interesting itineraries that offer the best of this pristine paradise. Expert nature guides will offer an environmentally friendly and educational cruise focused on the natural history of the Galapagos. Facilities on board:
50 suites, boutique, library, karaoke bar, piano bar, conference room, restaurant, swimming pool, jacuzzi, solarium, observation deck, 24 hour coffee and tea station, card/game room, Nature & Research Center, medical Center, massage suite, elevator, satellite communication, and hull stabilizers (to minimize ship's rocking).
Entertainment Equipment:
VHS, data projector, slide projector, computer, folding screen TV, audio equipment, microphone, white board, DVD and CD players.
Electronic Equipment:
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| • Radar: Furuno FR-1510 Mark III |
• Fire Alarm: Salwico |
| • Radar Arpa: Furuno FR-2125 |
• Radio: GMDSS Raytheon |
| • GPS: Navtrac |
• SATCOM C: Fax |
| • SAT Navigator: Shipmate |
• Sat Phone: Trane & Trane |
| • Echo Sounder: Simrad |
• Gyro Compass: Anschutz |
Suite Accommodations:
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• Convertible double beds
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• Walk-in or large closets |
• Extra sofa bed for triple configurations
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• Satellite communication |
• Mini-Bar
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• 110/220 volt outlets |
• Television
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• Hair dryer |
• Marble bathroom
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• Vanity dresser |
• Private safety deposit box
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Departure Day:
Departure dates for 4, 5 and 8 day cruises start on Saturdays and Wednesdays.
Itinerary:
The operator reserves the right to change the itinerary without previous notice due to weather, National Park regulations or notifications, and unforeseeable circumstances.
GALAPAGOS EXPLORER II YACHT ITINERARIES 7 nights - (SATURDAY to SATURDAY) |
| Saturday: | Arrival by air to San Cristobal / Cerro Brujo |
| Sunday: | Bartolome Island / Puerto Egas |
| Monday: | Fernandina: Punta Espinoza / Isabela: Punta Vicente Roca |
| Tuesday: | Seymour Norte / El Chato (Highlands), lava tunnels and wild giant tortoises |
| Wednesday: | San Cristobal: Lobería or Islas Lobos or Tijeretas or El Junco and Interpretation Center / Ochoa Beach |
| Thursday: | Española: Punta Suarez / Santa Cruz: Charles Darwin Station & Puerto Ayora |
| Friday: | Genovesa: El Barranco / Bahia Darwin |
| Saturday: | San Cristóbal: Lobería and San Cristóbal town / Departure from San Cristóbal | | |
| 7 nights - (WEDNESDAY to WEDNESDAY) |
| Wednesday: | San Cristóbal Airport Interpretation Center / Ochoa Beach, San Cristóbal Island |
| Thursday: | Española: Punta Suarez / Santa Cruz: Charles Darwin Station & Puerto Ayora |
| Friday: | Genovesa: El Barranco / Bahia Darwin |
| Saturday: | San Cristóbal: Highlands and Galapaguera / Cerro Brujo |
| Sunday: | Bartolome Island / Puerto Egas |
| Monday: | Fernandina: Punta Espinoza / Isabela: Punta Vicente Roca |
| Tuesday: | Seymour Norte / El Chato (Highlands), lava tunnels and Wild Gigant tortoises |
| Wednesday: | Departure from San Cristóbal | | |
| 3 nights - (WEDNESDAY to SATURDAY) |
| Wednesday: | San Cristóbal Airport, Interpretation Center / Ochoa Beach |
| Thursday: | Española: Punta Suarez / Charles Darwin Station & Puerto Ayora |
| Friday: | Genovesa: El Barranco / Bahia Darwin |
| Saturday: | San Cristóbal: Lobería and San Cristóbal Town / Departure from San Cristóbal | | |
| 4 nights - (SATURDAY to WEDNESDAY) | | Saturday: | San Cristóbal Airport / Cerro Brujo |
| Sunday: | Bartolomé Island / Puerto Egas |
| Monday: | Fernandina: Punta Espinoza / Isabela: Punta Vicente Roca | | Tuesday: | Seymour Norte / El Chato (Highlands), lava tunnels and wild giant tortoises, Santa Cruz Island |
| Wednesday: | Departure from San Cristóbal |
Rates include:
• All meals - breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• Transfers between islands
• Excursions on the islands with an English speaking nature guide
Rates do not include:
• Galapagos National Park entrance fee: $100.00 USD per person
• Migratory Control Card: $10.00 USD per person
• Alcoholic drinks and sodas
• Airline Tickets
• Tips |
