The M/V 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 naturalist guides will offer an environmentally friendly and educational cruise focused in the Natural History of the Galapagos.

TECHNICAL FEATURES:

I.M.O. No.8798660
GRT: 4077
Length Overall: 89.35 m
Vessel delivered on July 1990
Designed speed: 17 knots
Auxiliary Engine: B&W

Equipment's
Bow Thruster : Brunvoll
C.P.P. : B&W
Radar : Racal Decca (10)
Arpa Radar : Racal Decca S 2690 BT
R.D.F. : Taiyo-Japanese
GPS : Navtrac
Satelite navigator : Shipmate RS 6100
Echo Sounder : Simrad ED 161
Gyro Compass : Tenjford
Fire Alarm : Salwico
Radio Station : Sailor HI202
Safety Certificate: 1997

 
Note: All rates are per person in U.S. dollars and subject to change without notice

3NIGHT-4DAY ITINERARY / WEDNESDAY - SATURDAY

WEDNESDAY:
AM    Arrival in SanCristobal 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

4NIGHT-5DAY ITINERARY / SATURDAY - WEDNESDAY

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

7NIGHT-8DAY ITINERARY / WED – WED or SAT - SAT

WEDNESDAY:
AM    Arrival in SanCristobal 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 - Departure   
    from San Cristobal

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• All the itineraries are subject to change without notice due various factors: safety, weather, mechanical breakdown, unforeseen emergencies, and the discretion of the Captain, Guide, and the Galapagos National Park.
• We will not be held responsible for any refunds whatsoever for changes to the printed or scheduled itinerary
• Our cruises sailing dates are guaranteed to depart regardless of the number of passengers booked for a certain date.  In case any circumstances of major force would happen, then we would change you to a boat of similar characteristics, same dates, and same category or upgrade you to a better boat with no extra cost.

USEFUL TIPS:

• The ideal tour length is the 7night/8days cruise.  Since at least part of the first and last day of the tour will be spent at the airport, the shorter tours also spend less time sailing around the islands.
• We normally suggest our clients to book their international flight at least two nights before their Galapagos cruise, this way in case you loose a connection, your flight is delayed or the weather conditions are not appropriate for landing you don’t jeopardize your trip to the islands.
• Try to avoid making international connections the same day as the flight from the Galapagos Islands may be delayed or changed to an alternate flight.