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Galapagos Explorer II - Galapagos Cruise Ship
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Introduction:
The M/V Galapagos Explorer II is a 293.14 feet ocean-going cruise ship. Navigating the Galapagos Islands at a speed of 17 knots, the Explorer II enables passengers to see more of Galapagos in less time. The ship also provides all the facilities and services to make the cruises enjoyable and comfortable especially for children. It has 53 air-conditioned outside suites, each with private bathroom and small sitting area. Dining aboard consist of both international and Ecuadorian specialties.
Features aboard include a swimming pool, a Jacuzzi, a solarium, a large conference room, a lounge, three bar areas with music, a boutique, and a reading room.
Six naturalist guides aboard lead daily shore excursions and offer nightly briefings to prepare passengers for the islands to be visited the next day.
The Galapagos Explorer II provides the opportunity to discover the Galapagos under the highest levels of comfort and safety, allowing visitors to fully relax and enjoy their island adventure. Rooms are spacious and have incredible views, air conditioning, TV, and mini bars.
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Technical Specifications
Category: |
Luxury Cruise Ship (High-End Cruise) |
Departures: |
Every Wednesday and Saturday |
Capacity: |
100 Passengers |
Accommodations: |
53 luxurious cabins with private baths, air conditioning, sitting area, and incredible views |
On board: |
Swimming pool, Jacuzzi, solarium, elevator, conference room, lounge, three bar areas with music, boutique, reading room. |
Crew: |
includes 6 multilingual naturalist guides |
Speed: |
17 knots |
Length: |
293.14 ft. (89.35 mt.) |
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Itinerary 4 days
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 Departure from Baltra
Itinerary 5 days
Saturday
AM: Arrival by air to Baltra Airport
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
Departure from San Cristobal
Itinerary 8 days
Saturday
AM: Arrival by air Baltra Airport
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: Highlands, lava tunnels and Wild Giant Tortoises, Santa Cruz Island
Wednesday
AM: Lobería or Islas Lobos or Tijeretas or El Junco Visit or Interpretation Center, San Cristobal Island**
PM: Cerro Brujo, San Cristobal Island**
Thursday
AM: Punta Suarez, Española Island.
PM: Bahia Gardner, Española Island
Friday
AM: Charles Darwin Station and Puerto Ayora Town, Santa Cruz Island
PM: Rabida Island
Saturday
AM: Visit to Bachas Beach, Santa Cruz Islands
PM: Departure by air from Baltra Airport
NB. Itineraries are subject to National Park regulations and can be modified without previous notice.
2008 prices per person (except charter) starting at:
| Description |
8 days |
5 days |
4 days |
| High Season (Classic Suite) |
US$3325 |
US$2000 |
US$1500 |
| High Season (De Luxe Suite) |
US$4220 |
US$2540 |
US$1910 |
| High Season (Premium Suite) |
US$3650 |
US$2205 |
US$1655 |
| High Season (Renaissance Suite) |
US$4500 |
US$2715 |
US$2035 |
| Low Season (Classic Suite) |
US$3010 |
US$1810 |
US$1355 |
| Low Season (De Luxe Suite) |
US$3820 |
US$2300 |
US$1730 |
| Low Season (Premium Suite) |
US$3305 |
US$1995 |
US$1495 |
| Low Season (Renaissance Suite) |
US$4075 |
US$2455 |
US$1840 |
Low Season: January 8 to 14, May 1 to June 15, November 24 to December 15
Fuel Charge supplement from June 1st: $26 per person per night.
*Rates are subject to change
Rates include:
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Not included:
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US$100 Galapagos National Park entrance fee
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Airfare from mainland Ecuador
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Bottled beverages
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Gratuities
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Cancellation/medical insurance
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Toll free call: 1-877-4367512. Local US numbers: 415-8306075, 305-7671490, 213-8144567. 8:30am-6:00pm (GMT -5)
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