Natural atractions

Galapagos Islands is home to species of plants, birds, reptiles, and marine life, many of which exist nowhere else on earth.
You can find prehistoric land-iguanas, 600-pound giant tortoises, and 13 species of finches, each with a distinct beak.  Also, sea lions, fur seals, sea turtles, dolphins, whales, blue-footed boobies, and several species of birds like albatrosses and the world’s pinkest flamingos.

Recommended readings

Links (external):
www.rainforestalliance.com www.darwinfoundation.org
www.lonelyplanet.com

Books:
  • Galápagos, A natural History Guide, M.H. Jackson,1990
  • Restoring the tortoise dynasty, Godfrey Merlin,1999
  • The Voyage of the Beagle, Charles Darwin,1860

What you should bring with you:

  • LONG PANTS
    (lightweight, khakis)
  • SHORTS
    (Bermudas or other)
  • SHORT SLEEVED SHIRTS, T-SHIRTS
  • LONG SLEEVED SHIRTS (JUL-NOV)
  • WINDBREAKER or SWEATSHIRT (JUL - NOV)
  • BATHING SUITS (2)
  • WALKING SHOES OR LIGHT HIKING BOOTS
  • RUBBER-SOLED SHOES OR BOAT SHOES
  • SPORT SANDALS WITH A VELCRO STRAP
  • SMALL BACKPACK or KNAPSACK
  • PLASTIC WATER BOTTLE
  • WIDE BRIMMED HAT, BANDANA
  • CAMERA (with extra film, batteries and waterproof bag)
  • UNDERWATER CAMERA
  • SMALL PAIR OF BINOCULARS
  • SUNGLASSES/ STRAP, SUNSCREEN
  • SEA SICKNESS MEDICATION
  • PERSONAL MEDICATION
OUR ECOTOURISM ETHICS CUSTOMIZE YOUR JOURNEY

Galapagos Islands
 
 
The Beagle
THE BEAGLE
 
THE BEAGLE

The Beagle is a magnificent, fully air conditioned, deluxe, 105 foot steel hulled schooner with teak deck and a luxurious interior.

The Beagle is named after HMS Beagle, in which Charles Darwin made his famous voyage which took him to the Galapagos Islands. Later, based on his findings in this extraordinary archipelago, he wrote his theory on evolution. The boat was built in London, England in 1971 and has 6 double cabins, each with private shower and toilet.

The Beagle's owners have placed the highest priorities on comfortable and spacious accommodations, yacht maintenance and safety equipment that meet the highest standards. The Beagle has ample open and shaded deck space, provides delicious Ecuadorian cuisine served in the homelike salon or on deck. High quality personal services are provided on board by superbly trained captains, crew and multi-lingual naturalist guides licensed by Galapagos National Park and the Charles Darwin Research Station.

Reserve here...
L.O.A.: 105 feet.
AccomodationsS: 6 air conditioned double cabins and 1 single, each with en-suite hot/cold water shower and toilet.
BEAM: 22 feet
DRAFT: 4.75 feet / 1.45 m.
GROSS TONS: nd
CRUISING SPEED: 8 knots.
ENGINES: twin Gardner diesels 150 HP
GENERATORS: two generators each of 22 KW for 110V & 240V A/C
ELECTRIC POWER: 110v and 220v. AC/ DC.
SPEED: 8 knots.
WATER CAPACITY:3,500 gallons
WATERMAKER CAPACITY: yes
NAVIGATIONAL EQUIPMENT:Furuno radar, depth sounder, GPS, VHS & SSB radios, 2 tenders with outboards, 2 kayaks, color TV, VCR, cell phone/fax.
CREW: Captain, bilingual naturalist guide, mechanic, cook and 2 sailors

Lower cabin
Lower cabin. 		  Dinning room
Dinning room
Bathroom
Bathrooms		   Upper cabin
Upper cabin.

CRUISE 8 DAYS, 7 NIGHTS

Day 1   Day 5
Baltra Island, North Seymour island. Gardner Bay (Española I),  Point Suarez (Española I).
Day 2 Day 6
Darwin bay (Tower I), El Barranco (Tower I). P. Cormorant, Post Office Bay (Floreana I).
Day 3 Day 7
South Plaza island, Santa Fe islan. Puerto Egas (James I), Bartholome Island.
Day 4 Day 8
Darwin Station. (Sta. Cruz I), Santa Cruz highlands - (Dinner served at owner’s farm). Turtle cove (Sta. Cruz I), Baltra  island.
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Prices, departures and includes services
Programs
Price per person
8 days / 7 nights
US$2700
Single supp. US$3800

Departures:   Tuesday

Included: Not included:
•Accommodations.
•English-speaking certified naturalist guides.
•Guided tours and excursions.
•All Meals.

•Airfare Quito-Galapagos-Quito (US$410 per person). Subject to change
•Entrace fee to the Galapagos National Park (US$100 cash on arrival to the islands)

•Tips and gratuities.
•Optional or suggested services that are on your own.
•Personal expenses.
•Extra beverages and alcoholic drinks.
•Medical costs and hospitalization.
• Meals, souvenirs and other local and personal expenses not specified in the above itinerary are also not included.