M/V Galapagos Explorer II
State of the art luxury in the Galapagos
The Galapagos Explorer II offers the following four itineraies:
4 day / 3 night cruises departings Wednesdays and returning Saturdays,
5 day / 4 night cruises departing on Saturdays and returning on Wednesdays,
8 day / 7 night cruises Wednesday to Wednesday,
or 8 day / 7 night cruises Saturday to Saturday.
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The M/V Galapagos Explorer II is different from other ships because we offer a fascinating mix of sustainable tourism activities related to adventure, wildlife discovery, interpretation and geology of the islands aboard a luxurious vessel that will exceed the service that you expect.
Our ship docks at the most remote islands of the archipelago; it is one of the safest ships that navigate the Galapagos waters.
Our programs include all the excursions to the islands, so you don’t have to worry about making itineraries. Excursions to the islands are guided by certified naturalist guides. During the cruise we offer unique and creative social activities such as King Neptune’s party and the Pirates’ party.
Guests on our 3, 4 and 7 night cruises enjoy accommodations in classical decorated suites with ocean view, some feature private balconies. Each suite is equipped with a television, minibar, satellite communications and a central air conditioning system that covers all the interior areas. These facilities will allow you to learn more about Galapagos in less time.
You will have a wonderful experience as you come in direct contact with the flora and fauna and enjoy the diverse activities on the islands and on board with our bilingual Ecuadorian staff who will be glad to satisfy all your needs.
4 day / 3 night
Wednesday to Saturday
Itinerary 'A'
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Wednesday
Arrival to Pto. Baquerizo Moreno airport
Transfer to the Galapagos Explorer II
PM: Wizard Hill, San Cristobal Island
Thursday
AM: Punta Suárez, Española Island
PM: Gardner Bay, Española Island
Friday
AM: Charles Darwin station and Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz Island
PM: Rabida Island
Saturday
AM.: Playa Bachas, Santa Cruz island
Transfer to Baltra airport to take the flight back to the continent.
NOTE:**Considering the changes on the flights schedules, weather conditions, and Galapagos National Park rules we have consider some alternatives to the visits that may be offered to the passengers in the first and last day cruise. The guide will inform the final program. |
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5 day / 4 night
Saturday to Wednesday
Itinerary 'B'
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Saturday
Arrival to Baltra airport
Transfer to Galapagos Explorer II
PM: Cerro Dragon, Santa Cruz island
Sunday
AM: Bartholomew island
PM: Puerto Egas, Santiago island
Monday
AM: Punta Espinoza, Fernandina isla
PM: Punta Vicente Roca, Isabela island
Tuesday:
AM: North Seymour
PM: High lands and lava tunnels, Santa Cruz island
Wednesday
AM: Visit to Lobería or Isla Lobos or Tijeretas or El Junco or Interpretation center, San Cristobal island**
PM: Transfer to Puerto Baquerizo Moreno airport. |
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8 day / 7 night
Wednesday to Wednesday
Itinerary 'C'
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Wednesday
Arrival to Pto. Baquerizo Moreno airport
Transfer to the Galapagos Explorer II
PM: Wizard Hill, San Cristobal Island
Thursday
AM: Punta Suárez, Española Island
PM: Gardner Bay, Española Island
Friday
AM: Charles Darwin station and Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz Island
PM: Rabida Island
Saturday
AM.: Playa Bachas, Santa Cruz island
PM: Cerro Dragón, Santa Cruz island
Sunday
AM: Bartholomew island
PM: Puerto Egas, Santiago island
Monday
AM: Punta Espinoza, Fernandina isla
PM: Punta Vicente Roca, Isabela island
Tuesday:
AM: North Seymour
PM: High lands and lava tunnels, Santa Cruz island
Wednesday
AM: Visit to Lobería or Isla Lobos or Tijeretas or El Junco or Interpretation center, San Cristobal island**
PM: Transfer to Puerto Baquerizo Moreno airport. |
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8 day / 7 night
Saturday to Saturday
Itinerary 'D'
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Saturday
Arrival to Baltra airport
Transfer to Galapagos Explorer II
PM: Cerro Dragon, Santa Cruz island
Sunday
AM: Bartholomew island
PM: Puerto Egas, Santiago island
Monday
AM: Punta Espinoza, Fernandina isla
PM: Punta Vicente Roca, Isabela island
Tuesday:
AM: North Seymour
PM: High lands and lava tunnels, Santa Cruz island
Wednesday
AM: Visit to Lobería or Isla Lobos or Tijeretas or El Junco or Interpretation center, San Cristobal island**
PM: Wizard Hill, San Cristobal Island**
Thursday
AM: Punta Suárez, Española Island
PM: Gardner Bay, Española Island
Friday
AM: Charles Darwin station and Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz Island
PM: Rabida Island
Saturday
AM.: Playa Bachas, Santa Cruz island
Transfer to Baltra airport to take the flight back to the continent. |
