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
 
 
ECLIPSE
ECLIPSE
 
ECLIPSE

Discover the Galapagos Islands on board the finest expedition vessel available. Ever since her arrival in Ecuador, the Eclipse has surpassed the other options available in the Galapagos Islands, offering unparalleled levels of comfort and service. She was converted specifically for upscale cruising in the islands, and was designed to meet the exacting
demands of luxury travel. The Eclipse is the perfect base for any Galapagos experience; a generously proportioned ship with a small yacht atmosphere.

Whether you are snorkeling with sea lions, watching a blue-footed booby feed its young, or following a giant tortoise through the forest, the Galapagos Islands will surpass all expectations. And there is no better way to enjoy the wonders of the islands, than on board the Eclipse.

Reserve here...
L.O.A.: 210 feet / 64m
DRAFT: 11 feet / 3.20m
CAPACITY: 48 Passengers
MOTORS: 2 Deutz 1175 BHP
BEAM: 41 feet / 12.50m
ACCOMODATIONS: For up to 48 passengers with private facilities
SPEED: 14.50 knots
ELECTRIC POWER: 220 volts (110 transformers available upon request)

Cabin
Cabin 		  Pool
Pool
Lounge
Lounge		   Dinning room
Dinning room

CRUISE 8 DAYS, 7 NIGHTS

Day 1   Day 5
SAT:
AM: Baltra Arrival by Air from Mainland
PM: Bachas Beach, Santa Cruz Island
 WED:
AM: Urbina Bay, Isabela Island
PM: Elizabeth Bay, Isabela Island
Day 2 Day 6
SUN:
AM: Puerto Egas, Santiago Island
PM: Bartolome Island
 THU:
AM: Charles Darwin Research Station, Santa Cruz Island
PM: Highlands, Santa Cruz Island
Day 3 Day 7
MON:
AM: Darwin Bay, Genovesa Island
PM: Prince Philips's Steps, Genovesa Island
 FRI:
AM: Gardner Bay, Espanola Island
PM: Punta Suarez, Espanola Island
Day 4 Day 8
TUE:
TUE:
AM: Punta Espinoza, Fernandina Island
PM: Tagus Cove, Isabela Island
 SAT:
AM: Black Turtle Cove, Santa Cruz Island
PM: Baltra Departure by Air to Mainland
Reserve here...
 
Prices, departures and includes services
Programs
Price
8 days / 7 nights (Deluxe staterooms)
US$4800
8 days / 7 nights (Superior staterooms)
US$4400
8 days / 7 nights (Staterooms)
US$4000
Single supp. US$----/US$----/US$----

Departures:   Saturday

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.