Eco Galaxy II First Class Catamaran ****
Explore the “Enchanted Islands” on board our M/C EcoGalaxy Catamaran First Class Cruise, built for sailing on the Galapagos Islands preserving its fragile ecosystem, and of course its beauty. The Catamaran social areas are the perfect place to witness the endless wonderful landscapes in a private and intimate atmosphere.
Islands you will visit:
San Cristóbal – Floreana – Española – Santa Cruz – Genovesa – Rábida – Isabela – Fernandina – Santiago – Bartolome – Santa Fe – North Seymour – Plazas
Overall rating
Itineray
Accommodation
Service
Tour information
Type:
Power Eco Motor Catamaran
Length:
Length: 31 mts / 101.70 ft
Beam:
Beam: 10.50 mts / 34.44 ft
Passengers:
16
Crew:
8 + 1 Bilingual Naturalist II Galapagos Guide ( Spanish / English , IF NEED IT IN OTHER LANGUAGE , PLEASE LET US KNOW)
Cabins:
9 double cabins quaintly decorated await you: 4 located on the upper deck and 3 on the main deck and 2 on the lower deck
Snorkel equipment:
Included on board for the entire trip ( Mask , Tubbe , Fins ) Wetsuit available for rent per day USD 15 p.p.
Tour Code:
Itineraries
- 5 DAYS PROGRAM
- 6 DAYS PROGRAM
- 6 DAYS PROGRAM
- NET RATES 2023 – 2024
- Full Itinerary 2023-2024
5 DAYS PROGRAM |
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ITINERARY TYPE: | A | NORTHERN ROUTE | |
DAY 1 | Tuesday | AM | Arrival Day to San Cristobal Island |
PM | San Cristobal Island : Lobos Island | ||
DAY 2 | Wednesday | AM | Santa Fe Island : Santa Fe |
PM | South Plazas Island : South Plaza | ||
DAY 3 | Thursday | AM | Seymour Island : North Seymour |
PM | Mosquera Islet : Mosquera | ||
DAY 4 | Friday | AM | Genovesa Island : Darwin Bay |
PM | Genovesa Island : Barranco | ||
DAY 5 | Saturday | AM | Santa Cruz Island : Highlands, Tortoise ranch |
PM | Transfer out , flight back home |
6 DAYS PROGRAM |
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ITINERARY TYPE: | B | WESTERN ROUTE | |
DAY 1 | Saturday | AM | Reception in Baltra and transfer to the boat |
PM | Santa Cruz Island : Charles Darwin Station | ||
DAY 2 | Sunday | AM | Isabela Island : Moreno Point |
PM | Isabela Island : Elizabeth Bay | ||
DAY 3 | Monday | AM | Isabela Island : Urbina Bay |
PM | Isabela Island : Tagus Cove | ||
DAY 4 | Tuesday | AM | Fernandina Island: Espinoza Point |
PM | Isabela Isabela : Vicente Roca Point | ||
DAY 5 | Wednesday | AM | Santiago Island : Egas Port |
PM | Rabida Island : Rabida | ||
DAY 6 | Thursday | AM | Santa Cruz Island : Black Turtle Cove |
PM | Transfer out , flight back home |
6 DAYS PROGRAM |
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ITINERARY TYPE: | C | SOUTHERN ROUTE | |
DAY 1 | Thrusday | AM | Reception in Baltra and transfer to the boat |
PM | Santa Cruz Island : Bachas Beach | ||
DAY 2 | Friday | AM | Santiago Island : Sullivan Bay |
PM | Bartolome Island : Bartolome | ||
DAY 3 | Saturday | AM | Santa Cruz Island : Highlands |
PM | Charles Darwin Station | ||
DAY 4 | Sunday | AM | Floreana Island : Cormorant Point / Devil’s Crown |
PM | Floreana Island : Post Office Bay | ||
DAY 5 | Monday | AM | Española Island : Suarez Point |
PM | Española Island : Gardner Bay / Gardner Islet / Osborn Islet | ||
DAY 6 | Tuesday | AM | San Cristobal Island : Interpretation Center |
PM | Transfer out , flight back home |
NET RATES 2023 – 2024 |
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CRUISE | TWIN / DOUBLE CABIN | CHARTER |
Length | (USD) | (USD) |
5 Days A | $ 3.800 | $ 43.500 |
6 Days B | $ 4.650 | $ 52.000 |
6 Days C | $ 4.750 | $ 53.000 |
8 DAYS GALAPAGOS CRUISE
SAT | AM | Baltra: Arrival to Baltra Airport and Transfer to the boat |
PM | Santa Cruz Island: Fausto Llerena Breeding Center
The Fausto Llerena Tortoise Center, a long-term program run jointly by the Galapagos National Park Directorate and the Charles Darwin Foundation, began in 1965 to save the giant tortoise population on Pinzón.At the Tortoise Center, visitors can observe a variety of tortoises, including hatchlings, juveniles, and full-grown individuals. |
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SUN | AM | Isabela Island: Las Tintoreras
The Tintoreras Islets, located a short distance from Puerto Villamil, is home to a great variety of wildlife. Its turquoise, crystalline waters are inhabited by white-tipped reef sharks, Galapagos penguins, marine turtles and sea lions. One of its beaches, surrounded by mangroves is one of the few sites where marine iguanas can reproduce successfully. A delightful place reached by a nice zodiac ride. “ Tintoreras “ are small islands in front of Puerto Villamil coast. There is Heron Lava on the lookout on mangrove Branch, and Galapagos Penguin and ses lion often pop out on shore. White – tipped reef sharks are fairly common in the Archipelago. |
PM | Isabela Island: Moreno Point
Moreno Point is located near Elizabeth Bay on the west coast of Isabela Island. The plethora of birds seen during a dinghy ride along the striking rocky shores or a hike along path through lava rock leading to tide pools and mangroves create a birdwatchers delight. In the tide pools green sea turtles or white-tip sharks can be spotted. |
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MON | AM | Isabela Island: Elizabeth Bay
Elizabeth Bay is located on the east coast of Isabela Island. The bay contains many islets, which can be visited by dinghy. Penguins and blue-footed boobies can be spotted on the rocky islets. With an abundance of marine life and clear water, the area is perfect for snorkeling and viewing schools of colorful fish, sea lions, and perhaps even sharks. |
PM | Isabela Island: Urbina Bay
Urbina Bay is located at the base of Alcedo Volcano on the west coast, between Tagus Cove and Elizabeth Bay. This area experienced a major uplift in 1954, causing the land to rise over 16 feet. The coast expanded half a mile out, leaving marine life stranded on the new shore. This area is also a great place for snorkeling. |
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TUE | AM | Fernandina Island: Espinosa Point
No foreign species have ever invaded Fernandina Island, and therefore it is one of the world’s most pristine island ecosystems. The volcano “La Cumbre” dominates the landspace with lava fields reaching the ocean. The island’s highlight features the flightless cormorant nesting site. This area provides a great opportunity to see the Galapagos hawk. |
PM | Isabela Island: Vicente Roca Point
Located on the northwestern coast of the island and comprised of two separate coves, this site is a large bay with spectacular sea life. Seahorses, sea turtles, and the strange yet fascinating mola-mola (sunfish) may be spotted here. This bay is great for diving and snorkeling. |
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WED | AM | Santiago Island: Egas Port
Also known as James Bay, Egas Port is home to the curious Galapagos hawks and quick-footed Galapagos lava lizards. The trail leads to a coastline with gorgeous tide pools and grottos full of fauna. Here the Galapagos fur sea lions bathe in the sun. This is also a great snorkeling site. |
PM | Rabida
Rabida Island (Jervis) is one of the most colorful and volcanically varied islands in the archipelago and a great snorkeling site. Its famous red sandy beach and stunning lookouts provide wonderful landscapes. The island is a birdwatcher’s delight. Some of the rarest species are in abundance, such as nine varieties of finches, large-billed flycatchers, Galapagos hawks and brown pelicans. |
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THU | AM | Santa Cruz Island: Black Turtle Cove
Black Turtle Cove is situated in the northern part of Santa Cruz. This inlet is surrounded by mangroves and is only accessible by dinghy. The shallow cove is a safe haven for young marine life. Black-tip and white-tip reef sharks, sea turtles, and a variety of rays are often spotted here. |
PM | Santa Cruz Island: Bachas Beach
Located on the north shore of Santa Cruz, Las Bachas is a swimming beach. One of the few remnants of the U.S. World War II presence in the Galapagos, a floating pier, can be seen here. You may see flamingos, Sally Lightfoot crabs, hermit crabs, black necked stilts, and whimbrels. Sea turtles also nest off the beach. |
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FRI | AM | Santiago Island: Sullivan Bay
The Sullivan Bay visitor site provides a unique opportunity to walk across a recent lava flow and view its beautiful structural characteristics. The lava flow was formed in the second half of the 19th century. As much of the barren, volcanic landscape of eastern Santiago, the trail at Sullivan Bay crosses relatively flat, black pahoehoe lava, dotted with a series of pyroclastic cones. |
PM | Bartholomew Island
Home of the famous Pinnacle Rock, Bartholomew consists of an extinct volcano with a variety of red, orange, black and even green volcanic formations. A trail of stairs leads to the summit of the volcano, boasting one of the best views of the islands. The beach is perfect for snorkeling and possible sightings of the Galapagos penguin. |
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SAT | AM | Santa Cruz Island: Highlands
Reached by bus from Puerto Ayora, the highlands of Santa Cruz are a deep green, contrasting beautifully with much of the dry, lower islands. The dominant vegetation in the highlands is the Scalesia trees, creating the lush green color. The lava tubes, over half a mile long, are underground and walking through them is a unique, surreal experience.
Baltra: Transfer to Baltra Airport. |
5 DAYS GALAPAGOS CRUISE
MON | AM | San Cristobal Island: Arrival in San Cristobal Airport and Transfer to the boat. |
PM | San Cristobal Island: Lobos Island
The name of this island means Sea Lion Island This appropriately named island is ripe with noisy, frolicking, jolly sea lions who will welcome you to their home with open, well, fins. This island also offers great snorkeling opportunities as well as the chance to see Blue-footed and Nazca Boobies. |
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TUE | AM | Santa Fe Island
Santa Fe (Barrington) is home to the small picturesque bay and anchorage on the island northeast coast. The bay has two visitor trails, one leading to a scenic viewpoint stop a cliff, and the other spanning from a small beach to a tall prickly pear cactus forest. |
PM | South Plaza
This small island with steep cliffs was formed by rising lava and is now covered by Opuntia cacti. It is also home to one of the largest sea lion colonies as well as colorful yellow and red land iguanas. The most characteristic plant is the Sesuvium. During the rainy season its color is a greenish to yellowish tone and in the dry season (end of June through January) a bright red. |
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WED | AM | North Seymour
Galapagos Sea Lions, Blue-footed Boobies, land iguanas and Magnificent Frigatebirds are abundant on North Seymour Island. The island was formed by a series of submarine lavas containing layers of sediment that were uplifted by tectonic activity. The island is characterized by its arid vegetation zone. |
PM | Mosquera Islet
Located between the islands of Baltra and North Seymour, this reef of rocks and coral (the result of an uprising) is only 160 meters across at its narrowest width. This island has one of the largest populations of sea lions and is home to many shorebirds. There have been occasional reports at this site of Orcas feeding on sea lions. |
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THU | AM | Genovesa Island: Darwin Bay
This white sand coral beach heads a half mile trail (0.75km) that winds through mangroves filled with land birds. Nazca boobies, red-footed boobies, and swallow-tailed gulls can be spotted here. Further down the path are tidal pools where sea lions swim playfully. At the end is a spectacular view from a cliff. |
PM | Genovesa Island: El Barranco
Also known as Prince Phillip’s Steps, El Barranco’s steep, rocky path leads up to a high cliff-face. A marvelous view can be appreciated from here. This site is also home to palo santo vegetation as well as red-footed boobies, short-eared lava owls, Galapagos swallows, and Galapagos doves. |
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FRI | AM | Santa Cruz Island: Highlands
Reached by bus from Puerto Ayora, the highlands of Santa Cruz are a deep green, contrasting beautifully with much of the dry, lower islands. The dominant vegetation in the highlands is the Scalesia trees, creating the lush green color. The lava tubes, over half a mile long, are underground and walking through them is a unique, surreal experience. |
AM | Baltra: Transfer to Baltra Airport |
Conditions
TERMS & CONDITIONS:
- Christmas and New Year supplement 25%.
- 10% off for groups from 6 people, it does not apply from Christmas, New Year departures and charters.
- Children discount (under 12 years old): 20% from the rate.
- We accept children from 6 years old.
- Single Supplement 100% from the rate.
- Tickets must be issued by Guidecuador Travel
- Rates are subject to change; we guarantee rate with previous deposit only.
Cruises itineraries are subject to change without previous notice; due to seasonal changes,
weather conditions or Galapagos National Park regulations.
Eco Galaxy II First Class Catamaran **** (Deck Plan)
Program includes
NET RATES 2020 – 2021 |
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CRUISE | TWIN / DOUBLE CABIN | CHARTER |
Length | (USD) | (USD) |
5 Days A | $ 3.800 | $ 43.500 |
6 Days B | $ 4.650 | $ 52.000 |
6 Days C | $ 4.750 | $ 53.000 |
Not included in Program
- Round-trip airfare Mainland Ecuador – Galapagos. ( We can assist you)
- Galapagos National Park Entrance Fee – $100.*
- Galapagos Transit Control Card – $20.*
- Gratuities
- Alcoholic beverages
- Plastic bottled beverages