currency
Comfort Adventurer 5 Day
cost
From AUD $3089
departure
Thursdays
duration
7 Days
locations
Quito, Santa Cruz, Santa Fe, South Plaza, Cerro Dragon, Bartolome;, Rabida, Black Turtle Cove.
A 5 day cruise around the Galapagos Islands on a high-class comfort vessel!
Amazing wildlife, both on land and in the sea is the draw of the remote Galapagos Islands, and this motor yachts is the ideal vessel in which to explore them. The Galapagos Comfort Adventurer is a high-class 100-foot motor yacht built to accommodate 20 passengers with double occupancy in suites and twin double cabins with ocean view, air conditioning and private bath. This is a real comfort class boat, staffed with an exceptional crew including a certified naturalist guide. The spacious outdoor decks are ideal for ocean views and relaxing in the sun where you take in these breath-taking Islands.
Day 3: Santa Fé / South Plaza (B,L,D)
Set sail for the island of Santa Fé. Also called Barrington, Santa Fé Island is well-known as a great place for watching (and swimming with) sea lions. Spend the afternoon in South Plaza Island. One of the smallest islands in the Galapagos, South Plaza has one of the largest populations of Land Iguanas. Walk along a path through a cactus forest and view a combination of dry and coastal vegetation.
Day 4: Cerro Dragon / Bartolomé (B,L,D)
Today we visit Cerro Dragon, located on the Northeast Corner of Isla Santa Cruz. Arrive at Bartolomé Island in the afternoon. Learn the geological history of Bartolomé as our naturalist explains its dramatic volcanic features, including unusual splatter cones. We may spot rare Galapagos penguins, of which only 800 pairs exist.
Day 5: Rabida / Puerto Egas (B,L,D)
Day 6: Black Turtle Cove / Quito (B,L,D)
Located on the second-largest island in the archipelago of Isla Santa Cruz, we venture to the picturesque Black Turtle Cove by panga ride to experience the full splendour of the diverse marine life and birds. Following our visit, we sail to Baltra Island to be transferred to the airport and fly to Quito. Enjoy one last night in Ecuador's historic capital city.
Day 7: Depart Quito
Check-out of hotel in the morning.
END OF OUR SERVICES
Note: This tour is also available in a 4 day cruise option. Contact us today for more details.
Boat Specifications:
Day 1: Arrive Quito
Arrival in Quito and overnight in hotel.
Arrival in Quito and overnight in hotel.
Day 2: Santa Cruz (B,L,D)
Early flight to Baltra, in the Galapagos Islands. Upon arrival we are transfered by ferry and bus to the Island of Santa Cruz where we meet our naturalist guide. We visit the highlands of Santa Cruz before embarking on our the Galapagos comfort Adventurer.
Day 3: Santa Fé / South Plaza (B,L,D)
Set sail for the island of Santa Fé. Also called Barrington, Santa Fé Island is well-known as a great place for watching (and swimming with) sea lions. Spend the afternoon in South Plaza Island. One of the smallest islands in the Galapagos, South Plaza has one of the largest populations of Land Iguanas. Walk along a path through a cactus forest and view a combination of dry and coastal vegetation.
Day 4: Cerro Dragon / Bartolomé (B,L,D)
Today we visit Cerro Dragon, located on the Northeast Corner of Isla Santa Cruz. Arrive at Bartolomé Island in the afternoon. Learn the geological history of Bartolomé as our naturalist explains its dramatic volcanic features, including unusual splatter cones. We may spot rare Galapagos penguins, of which only 800 pairs exist.
Day 5: Rabida / Puerto Egas (B,L,D)
Cruise to Rabida Island in the morning and visit a salt water lagoon rich in wildlife and vegetation. A large sea lion colony provides great photo opportunities. Spend the afternoon visiting the lava rock beaches Puerto Egas is known for.
Day 6: Black Turtle Cove / Quito (B,L,D)
Located on the second-largest island in the archipelago of Isla Santa Cruz, we venture to the picturesque Black Turtle Cove by panga ride to experience the full splendour of the diverse marine life and birds. Following our visit, we sail to Baltra Island to be transferred to the airport and fly to Quito. Enjoy one last night in Ecuador's historic capital city.
Day 7: Depart Quito
Check-out of hotel in the morning.
END OF OUR SERVICES
Note: This tour is also available in a 4 day cruise option. Contact us today for more details.
Boat Specifications:
Length – 98 feet
Beam – 18 feet
Draft – 12 feet
2 Caterpillar Engines
2 generators
Complete, modern navigation and safety equipment
8 double cabins and 2 suites (double beds), all with private bathrooms, max. 20 passengers
Crew: 7 + 1 bilingual naturalist guideGalapagos Adventurer - Fast Facts
| Accommodation | Cabin on boat. 2 nights in hotels in Quito. |
| Inclusions | Accommodation, flights, daily excursions, 2 nights accommodation in Quito and meals on boat are included. Park entrance fees, scuba gear and drinks are not included. |
| Difficulty Rating | 1 (low difficulty) |
| Sustainability | Carbon Offsets are not available for this cruise |
| Single Surcharge | $0 (shared cabin with another single of the same sex). 90% surchage if not sharing. |
| Notes | Not included is a $US 110 for National Park Tax. Please note other surcharges may apply according to season, as well as fuel surcharges. |
| Price dependent on: | Availabilty and departure date |
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