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
 
 
Daphne
DAPHNE
 
DAPHNE

The Motor Yacht New Daphne was constructed in Puerto Ayora specifically for Galapagos cruises. Since its construction, we have gained worldwide recognition for its Naturalist and diving cruises, receiving acclaim for our excellent service; expert crew; bilingual, naturalist guides; and exquisite menus that offer the best national and international cuisine available in the islands.

In addition to its eight double-occupancy cabins, each of which has a private bathroom with a hot-water shower, the Daphne is equipped with a comfortable restaurant/bar, a small library, TV and VCR, Air-conditioning system, a solarium, efficient water desalination/purification system.

Reserve here...
L.O.A.: 70 feet
CAPACITY & Accomodations: 8 double-occupancy cabins with private bath
BEAM: 20 feet
CRUISING SPEED: 10 knots.
ENGINES: 2 250 HP Caterpillars
GENERATORS:2 20HP/110v Onan electric generators
ELECTRIC POWER: 110v and 220v. AC
SPEED: 10 knots.
WATER CAPACITY:3,200 gallons
WATERMAKER CAPACITY: ND
FUEL CAPACITY: 2400 gallons.
NAVIGATIONAL EQUIPMENT: Navigational Equipment · Radar (24 miles), Sonda Furuno compass, VHF radio, HF radio, 70-Channel radio, GPS · Cellular phone.
SECURITY : We accomplish with all I.S.M (International Safety Management Code). Accordingly, our vessel is equipped with Rafts, Lifejackets, EPIRB (Emergency
Position Indicating RadioBeacon), Fire extinguishers, Flares and emergency signals.
CREW: The capitan, a helmsman, 2 sailors, a machinist, a barman/waiter, a chef, and an assistant

Lower cabin
Lower cabin		   Dinning room
Dinning room

CRUISE 8 DAYS / 7 NIGHTS

Day 1   Day 5
Quito-Baltra North Seymour (dive check) Wolf or Darwin
Day 2 Day 6
Cousins Bartolomé land visit Wolf or Darwin
Day 3 Day 7
Wolf Island Albany James Bay (land visit)
Day 4 Day 8
Darwin Island Caleta Tortuga Negra - Baltras
Reserve here...
 
Prices, departures and includes services
Programs
Charter Price
8 days / 7 nights
US$33334

Departures:   Wednesday

Included: Not included:

•Accommodations

•Meals

•A Naturalist guide and an experienced diving guide on all dives.

•All immersions

•The yacht provides passengers with the following equipment: Bauer Capitano electric air compressor, thirty 80 ft3 aluminium tanks, weights and belts

•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)

•Passengers have to bring their personal gear, computer, health and diving certificate. If divers don't bring their personal equipment, it can be rented it

•For all rentals, divers must leave a signed voucher or any valid credit card as guarantee for the equipment.

•Tips

•Personal expenses