Your ship- The Queen Beatriz
Our Galapagos vessel, the Queen Beatriz, is a brand new 16-passenger luxury catamaran. Special amenities include a hydro-massage 4-person jacuzzi plus spacious outside decks for relaxing, a large dining area and both indoor and outdoor bar areas. The ship is equipped with zodiacs and pangas to facilitate shore excursions as well as cruising around ocean features and snorkeling trips. The boat also includes snorkeling equipment and wetsuits, a standout highlight in the Galapagos Islands which should not be missed! Our specially trained crew will show you the charms of these wonderful islands and leave you with memories to last a lifetime. The cabin crew and guide work together to make your journey unforgettable.
Trip Accommodations
Deluxe hotel (2-night) in Quito, air transfers from Quito to the vessel and return. While onboard the Queen Beatriz there are 4 Deluxe cabins with private balcony (both twin share and double available), 1 suite (double), and 3 standard twin cabins available, all with ensuite bathrooms (8 nights). Meals included: 9 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 7 dinners.
Ports Visited:
October 13 – 22, 2012
Day 1 – Arrive Quito, Ecuador
Day 2 – Fly to San Cristobal (BLD)
Day 3 – Bartolome/Sullivan (BLD)
Day 4 – Puerto Egas/Santiago (BLD)
Day 5 – Santa Cruz (BLD)
Day 6 – North Seymour/Mosquera (BLD)
Day 7 – Black Turtle Cove/Cerro Dragon (BLD)
Day 8 – Chinese Hat/Rabida (BLD)
Day 9 – San Cristobal/Quito (B)
Day 10 – Depart Quito, Ecuador (B)
November 3-12, 2012
Day 1 – Arrive Quito, Ecuador
Day 2 – Fly to Baltra (BLD)
Day 3 – Isabela (BLD)
Day 4 – Floreana (BLD)
Day 5 – Santa Cruz (BLD)
Day 6 – Santa Fe/South Plaza (BLD)
Day 7 – Espanola (BLD)
Day 8 – Punta Pitt/Kicker Rock/Isla Lobos (BLD)
Day 9 – Punta Carrion/Baltra/Quito (BLD)
Day 10 – Depart Quito, Ecuador (B)
It’s Included
- Visiting Charles Darwin Research Station and encountering totally unique wildlife from marine iguanas to blue-footed boobies and lava lizards.
- You’ll get closer to the wildlife here than you would anywhere else in the world as the Galapagos Archipelago lies isolated 600 miles off the coast of South America
- The isolation and late discovery by humans, along with a historical lack of predators has set the stage for a unique environmental experiment and developed into perhaps the greatest showcase for evolution to be witnessed anywhere.
- Follow in the footsteps of Charles Darwin – step aboard a Galapagos cruise and discover it for yourself.
- Your voyage is enhanced by traveling with a local level III Naturalist Guide from the Galapagos National Park. Intimately acquainted with the flora and fauna of the Galapagos Islands, our guides will enrich your journey with their knowledge and commentary about this spectacular part of the world.
- All our catamaran cruises are operated with a dedicated Cruise Director to ensure your onboard experience exceeds your expectations.
Rates are per person, based on double occupancy. Single cabins are not available. Minimum age is 12. Travel insurance for this cruise is mandatory.
Budget:
Allow $75-$100 USD for meals not included. Drinks and tips while onboard the yacht are not included. Tourist Transit card fee at Quito airport $10 USD. Galapagos park entry fee $100 USD.
