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ECUADOR & THE GALÁPAGOS ISLANDS: Galápagos Cruise
You can't help but be totally captivated by the Galápagos, with its extraordinary wildlife and fascinating landscapes. Charles Darwin called the Galápagos Islands "a little world within itself," and this magical World Heritage Site is like no other place on the planet. In this peaceable kingdom, the endearing creatures have never learned fear of humans, so even today you can have amazing up-close encounters with the all-but-tame island wildlife. And certainly the best way to see and experience it all is to cruise Galápagos!
On our world-class Galápagos cruise you'll see it all in style from aboard a small, deluxe motor or sailing yacht (only 12-16 passengers max!). Cruise from one Galápagos island to the next - disembark for hikes across otherworldly volcanic landscapes; watch seal pups cuddle up to their moms on long white beaches; chuckle with delight at the antics of dancing blue-footed boobies and inquisitive mockingbirds; paddle sea kayaks in serene mangrove lagoons, and swim and snorkel the turquoise waters with sea turtles, penguins, and sea lions who delight in playing tag - an interactive underwater experience like no other in the world.
GALÁPAGOS CRUISE - TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
- Enjoy up close and personal encounters with wildlife in the world’s top nature destination, including snorkeling with sea lions and green sea turtles and searching for giant tortoises in the wild!
- The most active and comprehensive Galápagos experience available, with nature hikes, snorkeling, and sea kayaking excursions
- We do it right: 5 yachts to choose from (we charter the entire yacht—not a “book-in”), 5-star hotel in Quito, the best naturalist guides!
- A dedicated in-country staff to see to your every need
Check out our Galápagos Islands Feature. Slideshows from past Galápagos tours, Galápagos vacation stories, Galápagos Islands facts, and more helpful information to get you ready to cruise the Galápagos yourself.
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Itinerary: Galápagos Islands Cruise
Day 1 - Meet in Quito, Ecuador, and transfer to the five-star Swissôtel.
Day 2 - A free day in Quito to explore on your own or shop for handicrafts.
Day 3 - Fly to the Galápagos Islands. Board yacht and begin your Galapagos cruise.
Days 4-9 - Each day of your Galápagos tour contains magical moments of discovery, with a naturalist guide helping you see the wonders of the islands. The Galápagos cruise itinerary varies, but you'll visit a combination of islands: Plazas, North Seymour, Tower, James (Santiago), Bartolomé, Fernandina, Isabela, Santa Cruz, Española (Hood), and Floreana. Each has its own special highlights: the soft, powdery sands, blue-footed boobies, and waved albatross colony at Española; great snorkeling and a volcano hike on Bartolomé; tide pools and fur seals on James; the giant tortoises in the highlands of Santa Cruz; flightless cormorants and hordes of marine iguanas on Fernandina.
Days 10-11- End your Galápagos cruise, return flight to Quito. Depart Quito on Day 11.

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Cruise the Galápagos - Our Fleet & Deck Plans

Diamante
Deck Plan
Detailed Deck Plan
2008 Prices
$4095 (4-10 members)
$3795 (11-12 members)
Internal Airfare: $410 adult, $210 children 11 & younger
2008 Holiday Surcharge: $200 (Dec 15th & 29th departures)
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Sagitta
Deck Plan
Detailed Deck Plan
2008 Prices
$4495/pp (6-13 members)
$4195/pp (14-16 members)
Internal Airfare: $410/pp, $210 children 11 & younger
2008 Special Offer - MTS Pays the Internal Airfare!
Book the August 18-28, 2008 departure by June 30th and MTS will pay your internal airfare! (Offer applies to new bookings only. Discount Amounts: $410-per adult, $210-per child. Trip must be booked directly with MTSnot commissionable by travel agents.)
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Parranda
Deck Plan
Detailed Deck Plan
2008 Prices
$4995/pp (6-13 members)
$4695/pp (14-16 members)
Internal Airfare: $410/pp, $210 children 11 & younger
2008 Fuel Surcharge: $225
2008 Holiday Surcharge: $300 (Dec 25th departure)
2008 Special Offer - MTS Pays the Internal Airfare!
Book the July 31-10, 2008 departure by June 30th and MTS will pay your internal airfare! (Offer applies to new bookings only. Discount Amounts: $410-per adult, $210-per child. Trip must be booked directly with MTSnot commissionable by travel agents.)
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Reina Silvia
Deck Plan
Detailed Deck Plan
2008 Prices
$4295/pp (6-13 members)
$3995/pp (14-16 members)
Internal Airfare: $410/pp, $210 children 11 & younger
2008 Holiday Surcharge: $300 (Dec 18th departure)
2008 Special Offer - MTS Pays the Internal Airfare!
Book the July 10-21, 2008 departure by June 30th and MTS will pay your internal airfare! (Offer applies to new bookings only. Discount Amounts: $410-per adult, $210-per child. Trip must be booked directly with MTSnot commissionable by travel agents.)
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Mary Anne
Deck Plan
Detailed Deck Plan
2008 Prices
$4595/pp (6-13 members)
$4295/pp (14-16 members)
Internal Airfare: $410/pp, $210 children 11 & younger
2008 Fuel Surcharge: $200
2008 Holiday Surcharge: $300 (Dec 22nd & 29th departures)
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Beagle
Available for private charters! Contact us for more information!
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Alta
Deck Plan
Detailed Deck Plan
Available for private charters! Contact us for more information!
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Please note: All prices are based on double occupancy. Internal airfare subject to change. On some yachts, specific cabins are available at extra cost. Holiday pricing and/or child discounts may apply.
For more information or any questions you might have about the yachts we charter,
please contact us at sales@mtsobek.com or call
1-888-MTSOBEK (687-6235).
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Detailed Itinerary - ECUADOR & THE GALÁPAGOS ISLANDS: Galápagos Cruise
1. Download detailed itinerary in a PDF format
Galápagos Cruise - 2008 Detailed Itinerary
(PDF files require that you have Adobe Acrobat Reader installed. This program can be downloaded for free from the Adobe Website.)
2. Or email us your itinerary request at sales@mtsobek.com
3. Or call us at 1-888-831-7526 (USA and Canada) or (510) 594-6000
We’ll email you a copy (Word or Acrobat document), fax, or mail you the itinerary as you prefer.
For more information and reservations, please contact:
Mountain Travel Sobek
1266 66th Street, Suite 4
Emeryville, CA 94608 USA
Toll Free (USA and Canada): 1-888-831-7526
Phone: +1-510-594-6000
Fax: + 1-510-594-6001
Email: info@mtsobek.com
Photo Credits
©Luis Die (MTS guide); ©C. S. Bettencourt (MTS staff)
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