M/V Galapagos Explorer Cruise - 4D/3N or 5D/4N or 8D/7N

photo of the explorer cruise, Ecuador, courtesy of Canodros of EcuadorThe reason that you travel to Galapagos is to experience the islands and their unique Fauna. Therefore, we have designed your programs in such a way that they allow you to perceive Galapagos from different perspectives: guided hikes, relaxing beach walks, snorkeling and swimming! The islands are visited twice a day and always involve a leisurely hike in a small group led by your own naturalist guide, allowing you to experience close encounters with nature. It has 50 air conditioned outside Suites, each one with private bathroom and a small sitting area. Features aboard include swimming pool, solarium, spacious dining room, an electronic elevator, large conference room, lounge, three bar areas with music, Boutique and 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. Dining aboard consist of both international and Ecuadorian specialties: dining is on an open-seating basis. The accommodation is luxurious in private suites.

Included: guided visits to the islands, all meals.

Not Included: Fuel surcharge US$26 per nigh per passenger, apply to adults or children (starting May 31, 2008). Galapagos National Park fee. Control Visit Card Ingala. Alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages. Transfers from the Hotel to the Airport to take the flight to the Galapagos Islands. Round trip airfare from Guayaquil or Quito to the Galapagos Islands, Airport Tax International Departure US$25.00 per person to be paid in cash. Government taxes are not included. Consumption from the frigobar located in the suites are payable by the guest and at the rate indicated on the menu.

Accommodation: Renaissance Balcony Suites, Renaissance Panoramic Suites, Deluxe Balcony Suites, Premium Suites, Classic Suites, or Magellan Classic Suites.
All suites: Convertible double Beds - Extra sofa bed for triple configurations - Mini-Bar - Television - Marble bathroom - Private safety deposit box - Walk-in or large closets - Satellite communication - 110/220 volt outlets - Hair dryer - Vanity dresser - Internet wireless service on board.

Departures: May 20-27; May 27-Jun 3; Jun 3-10; Jun 10-17; Jun 17-24; Jun 24-Jul 1; Jul 1-8; Jul 8-15; Jul 15-22; Jul 22-29; Jul 29-Aug 5; Aug 5-12; Aug 12-19; Aug 19-26; Aug 26-Sept 2; Sept 2-9; Sept 9-16; Sept 16-23; Sept 23-30; Sept 30-Oct 7; Oct 7-14; OCt 14-21; Oct 21-28; Oct 28-Nov 4; Nov 4-11; Nov 11-18; Nov 18-25; Nov 25-Dec 2; Dec 2-9; Dec 9-16; Dec 16-23; Dec 23-30; Dec 30-Jan 6

photo of a seal in the Galapagos Islands, Ecuador, courtesy of Tourism Board of EcuadorThe itinerary below is a 7 night (Saturday to Saturday) combined itinerary of the 4 and 3 nights cruise departing on Saturday or Wednesday:

4D/3N (Wednesday to Saturday) :

  • Day 1 Wednesday - AM: Arrival to Pto. Baquerizo Moreno airport. Transfer to the Galapagos Explorer II. PM: Wizard Hill, San Cristóbal.
  • Day 2 Thursday - AM: Punta Suarez, Española Island. PM: Garnder Bay, Española Island.
  • Day 3 Friday - AM: Charles Darwin Station & Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz Island. PM: Rabida Island.
  • Day 4 Saturday - AM: Bachas Beach, Santa Cruz Island. Departure from Baltra Airport.

5D/4N (Saturday to Wednesday):

  • Day 1 Saturday - AM: Arrival by air to Baltra Airport. Transfer to Galapagos Explorer II. PM: Cerro Dragon, Santa Cruz Island.
  • Day 2 Sunday - AM: Bartholomew Island. PM: Puerto Egas, Santiago Island.
  • Day 3 Monday - AM: Punta Espinoza, Fernandina Island. PM: Punta Vicente Roca, Isabela Island.
  • Day 4 Tuesday - AM: North Seymour. PM: Highlands, lava tunnels, Santa Cruz Island.
  • Day 5 Wednesday - AM: Lobería or Islas Lobos or Tijeretas or El Junco and Interpretation Center, San Cristobal Island (Departure flight from San Cristobal).

8D/7N (Wednesday to Wednesday):

  • Day 1 Wednesday - AM: Arrival to Pto. Baquerizo Moreno airport. Transfer to the Galapagos Explorer II. PM: Wizard Hill, San Cristóbal.
  • Day 2 Thursday - AM: Punta Suarez, Española Island. PM: Garnder Bay, Española Island.
  • Day 3 Friday - AM: Charles Darwin Station & Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz Island. PM: Rabida Island.
  • Day 4 Saturday - AM: Bachas Beach, Santa Cruz Island. PM: Cerro Dragon, Santa Cruz Island.
  • Day 5 Sunday - AM: Bartholomew Island. PM: Puerto Egas, Santiago Island.
  • Day 6 Monday - AM: Punta Espinoza, Fernandina Island. PM: Punta Vicente Roca, Isabela Island.
  • Day 7 Tuesday - AM: North Seymour. PM: Highlands, lava tunnels, Santa Cruz Island.
  • Day 8 Wednesday - AM: Lobería or Islas Lobos or Tijeretas or El Junco and Interpretation Center, San Cristobal Island. PM: Transfer to Puerto Baquerizo Moreno airport.

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