| General Information 2011 | ||
| Departure Days | Price per Person | |
| 8 Days Cruise | Saturday / Wednesday | between USD 1,655 – USD 2,245 |
| 5 Days Cruise | Saturday | between USD 3,630 – USD 4,920 |
| 4 Days Cruise | Wednesday | between USD 3,630 – USD 4,920 |
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| Capacity | 105 passengers | |
| Itinerary Overview | |
| Saturday: | Santa Cruz Island – Cerro Dragon |
| Sunday: | Bartolome Island / Santiago Island – Puerto Egas |
| Monday: | Fernandina Island – Espinoza Point /Isabela Island – Vicente Roca Point |
| Tuesday: | North Seymour Island/ Santa Cruz Island – Highlands |
| Wednesday: | San Cristobal Island |
| Thursday: | Española Island – Suarez Point – Gardner Bay |
| Friday: | Santa Cruz Island – Charles Darwin Station / Rabida Island |
| Saturday: | Santa Cruz Island – Las Bachas / return flight |
The Motor Vessel Galapagos Explorer II is a 293.14 feet/89 m cruise ship. With 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 cruise enjoyable and comfortable. The ship has a capacity for 105 passengers, but due to the National Park regulations, it only carries 100 passengers. It has 50 suites, each with private bathroom and a small sitting area. Each of the 50 suites has an ample private bathroom with shower, wardrobe.
Characteristics:
One of the best and most beautiful cruise ships operated on the Galapagos Island. Galapagos Explorer II offers you a great variety of possibilities and activities. You are cordially invited to the daily lectures about the unique archipelago de Galapagos, rent one of the various reference books or videos about the islands and inform yourself about them in quiet minute in your suite. Enjoy life music in the bar or dancing in the lounge. Get spoiled by the chef de cuisine with Ecuadorian and international delicacies. Individual menu wishes will be fulfilled and for all meals you have free toss-up. Independent from the category of suite you choose, you will be surrendered by the luxury of Galapagos Explorer II. The suites feature queen size beds or 2 single beds. Each of the 50 suites has an ample private bathroom with shower, wardrobe, TV with video and minibar. All are lovely decorated to feel like home.
| Technical facts and specifications | |
| Type | First Class Superior Vessel |
| Year of Construction | 1990 |
| Length | 89.35 Meters |
| Speed | 17 knots |
| Capacity | up to 105 passengers |
| Crew | 6 naturalist tour guides |
Prices per Person for 2011:
| Type of cabin deck | CRUISE “A” 3 NIGHTS / 4 DAYS |
CRUISE “B” 4 NIGHTS / 5 DAYS |
CRUISE “C” 7 NIGHTS / 8 DAYS |
| Wednesday to Saturday | Saturday to Wednesday | Wed to Wed/Sat to Sat | |
| Renaissance Suite Explorer/ Erickson |
USD 2,095.- | USD 2,795.- | USD 4,590.- |
| De Luxe Suite Erickson |
USD 1,965.- | USD 2,615.- | USD 4,300.- |
| Premium Suite Marco Polo |
USD 1,700.- | USD 2,270.- | USD 3,720.- |
| Classic Suite Magellan/Columbus |
USD 1,545.- | USD 2,060.- | USD 3,385.- |
| Fuel surcharge per person: | USD 78 .- | USD 104 .- | USD 182 .- |
Single cabins on request + depends on availability
Discount for children under 12 years: 50 %
Discount for children under 12 years on Christmas and New Year: 75 %
Included in the price:
All transfers in Galapagos, 8 days cruise on board of the GALAPAGOS EXPLORER in double accommodation with all facilities, english speaking naturalist guide, purified water free to drink.
Not included in the price:
Flights mainland to/from Galapagos (e.g. Quito – Galapagos – Quito USD 420.- per person), entrance fee to Galapagos National Park USD 100.- per person, migration card USD 10.- per person, beverages, tips, personal items, insurance.
NB
Itinerary is subject to change without previous notice, due to weather conditions, operational matters, National Park Authorities advise, or Captain´s decision for passengers security.
