The Galapagos Explorer II




Sample Itinerary
 
Day 1: San Cristobal Island
Day 2: Bartholome Is.- Santiango Is.
Day 3: Fernandina Is. - Isabela Is.
Day 4: Seymour North Is - Santa Cruz Island
Day 5: San Cristobal Island
Day 6: Española Island
Day 7: Genovesa Island
Day 8: Interpretation Center - transfer to Airport

Complete Info

 
 

About The Galapagos Explorer II

The M/V Galapagos Explorer II is different from other ships because we offer a fascinating mix between sustainable tourism, adventure activities, discovery and interpretation of the wild life and geology of the islands in a luxurious vessel with all the services that you are expecting.

Our ship goes to the most remotes islands of the archipelago, transforming it in one of the safest ships that navigates the waters of the Galapagos islands.

Our programs include all the visits. You do not have to worry about making a schedule. That is why the activities on the islands are made in the company of certified naturalists’ guides and during the cruise we offer social activities unique and creative such as the King Neptune’s party and the pirates’ party.

Cruises of 3, 4 and 7 nights enjoying one of the accommodations in suites of classic lines with a sea view and some with private balconies. Each one of them with television, minibar, satellite communications and a system of central air conditioning that covers all the interior areas. These facilities allow you to learn more of Galapagos in less time.

You will live a indescribable experience through a direct encounter  with the flora and fauna and in the diverse activities  on the islands and on board with our Ecuadorian bilingual staff that will provide you with all the assistance that you will require, sharing their culture during your stay.

Enjoy views of the islands from the lounge and bar areas on the main deck of the Galapagos Explorer II. Relaxing in the ship's library, you can read books about the islands and their natural history, extensive maps and charts, contemporary literature, and an extensive collection of the classics. The library also houses the video collection for you to watch in your cabin.

The kitchen on-board creates exciting selections three meals a day. Breakfast and lunch are buffet style and offer both local in international dishes. Lunch is usually served on deck to take advantage of the beautiful mid-day weather. A more upscale seated dinner is served every night in the dining room.

While traveling between islands, take a few laps in the fresh-water pool, soak away your afternoon in the jacuzzi, or read a book in a relaxing chair on the hard-wood pool deck.

Boat Statistics:

Type: Ocean going cruise ship
Year: 1990
Category: Deluxe
Capacity: 100 passengers
L.O.A.: 293.14 feet
Beam: 50.49 feet
Draft: 13.23 feet
Gross Tons: 4077 tons
Cruising Speed: 17 knots
Engines: Main and auxiliary Engines B&W
Electronic Equipment: Radar Furuno FR-1510 Mark III, Radar Arpa Furuno FR-2125, Navtrac GPS, Shipmate Sat. Navigator, Echo sounder Simrad, Giro Compass Anschuts, fire alarm Salwico, GMDSS Raytheon Radio, Sat. phone Trane and Trane.
Certificate of safety and navigation: ISM Certificate, SOLAS Passenger Certificate, Load Line, Marpol (prevention of pollution), Classification RINA (Registro Italiano Navale).

Prices 2009:

  Cruise "A" for Three Nights
Sat to Wed
Cruise "B" for Four Nights
Sat to Wed
Cruise "C" for Seven Nights
Wed to Wed / Sat to Sat
Cabins & Decks Off Peack Peak Off Peack Peak Off Peack Peak
Renaissance Balcony Suites
(Explorer Deck)
$1,960 $2,095 $2,615 $2,795 $4,290 $4,590
Renaissance Panoramic Suites
(Erikson Deck)
$1,960 $2,095 $2,615 $2,795 $4,290 $4,590
Deluxe Balcony Suites
(Erikson Deck)
$1,840 $1,965 $2,445 $2,615 $4,025 $4,300
Premium Suites
(Marco Polo Deck)
$1,590 $1,700 $2,125 $2,270 $3,480 $3,720
Classic Suites
(Columbus & Magellan Deck)
$1,445 $1,545 $1,925 $2,060 $3,165 $3,385

Off Peak Dates: January 8 -14, May 1 - June 15, November 24 - December 15

NOT INCLUDED: Fuel surcharge US$26 per night per passenger, apply to adults or children. Galapagos National Park fee (US$100.00). Control Transit Card Ingala (US$10.00). Alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages. Round trip airfare from Guayaquil or Quito to the Galapagos Islands, Airport Tax International Departure US$25.00 from Guayaquil and US$41.00 from Quito and per person to be paid in cash at the airpport. Government taxes are not included. Consumption from the frigo-bar

NOTE: The above rates are per person. Single and Triple occupancy rates in Renaissance, De Luxe, Premium, or Classic Suite are available upon clients ’ request. Cruises include: guided visits to the islands, all meals. The Galapagos Islands and/or other tax fees (not determined by EQ TOURING) and the EQ TOURING rates are subject to change without prior notice. Children under 12 years of age pay 50% of the rate accompanied by an adult. Children under 7 years of age are not allowed on board. For cruises iin special holidays, all children under 12 years of age pay 75% of the rate accompanied by an adult in the same cabin. One discount applies per cabin.

Itinerary

ISLANDS ITINERARY
Day Time  
Wednesday AM: Arrival in San Cristobal Airport
  PM: Cerro Brujo, San Cristóbal
Thursday AM: Punta Suarez, Española Island
  PM: Bahia Gardner, Española Island
Friday AM: Charles Darwin Station & Puerto Ayora, Sta. Cruz Island
  PM: Rabida Island
Saturday AM: Bachas Beach, Santa Cruz Island
  PM: Cerro Dragon, Santa Cruz Island
Sunday AM: Bartholomew Island
  PM: Puerto Egas,  Santiago Island
Monday AM: Punta Espinoza, Fernandina Island
  PM: Punta Vicente Roca, Isabela Island
Tuesday AM: Seymour Norte
  PM: El Chato (Highlands), lava tunnels and Wild Giant Tortoises Santa Cruz Island
Wednesday AM: Lobería or Islas Lobos or Tijeretas or El Junco and Interpretation Center, San Cristobal Island
  PM: Departure from San Cristobal