Isabella II is the most luxurious of the boats cruising the Galapagos. She manages to combine the elegant and relaxed atmosphere of a small cruise ship with the real adventure of experiencing the islands.
She is well-equipped, thoughtfully designed for the Galapagos, and carries 3 experienced naturalist guides on board. Visits ashore are in small groups with each Zodiac choosing a different landing site in the vicinity so you still feel that you are encountering the islands directly. There is great attention to the ease of getting you into and out of the landing craft, and seamless and efficient organization aboard the mother vessel.
Facilities on board are more than ample for a boat of this capacity, with three public decks, a bar-salon, dining room, library, sun deck, observation area for dolphin and whale watching, Jacuzzi and solarium.
Cabins are neat and comfortable with air-conditioning and en suite facilities. Meals are à la carte and prepared to a high standard.
Isabella II's naturalist guides are knowledgeable and personable, with excellent observations and explanations in the field, superb on-deck talks, and eye-catching lectures on Galapagos wildlife. Star-gazing is a popular after-dinner activity.
Isabella II provides snorkeling equipment and a glass bottomed boat for those who prefer to see underwater life without being immersed in it.
CATHEGORY: Luxury cruise
ITINERARY
DAY |
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Tuesday |
Baltra Island
North Seymour Island |
Wednesday |
Gardner Bay (Española Island)
Punta Suárez (Española Island) |
Thursday |
Punta Cormorant (Floreana Island)
Post Office Bay (Floreana Island) |
Friday |
Santa Cruz Island |
Saturday |
Darwin Bay (Genovesa Island)
The Barranco (Genovesa Island) |
Sunday |
Caleta Tagus (Isabela Island)
Punta Espinoza (Fernandina Island) |
Monday |
Egas Port (Santiago Island)
Bartolomé Island |
Tuesday |
After breakfast, departure to the port and airport to take the flight back to the continent. |
FEATURES
Type: Motor yacht
Length: 53.72 meters (166 feet)
Beam: 11.58 meters (38 feet)
Speed: 10 knots
Capacity: 40 guestsAccommodation:16 double cabins with twin beds
3 double cabins with a double bed
2 triple cabins with a double and a single bedCrew:24 crew plus 3 naturalist guides
Medical officer permanently onboard
Electricity: 110 Volts 60 Hz
Navigation equipment: Gyrocompass, Automatic Pilot, radar, and GPS
Safety certificates: SOLAS 74 - ISM
Fire detector: Automatic with control from the bridge.
Life jackets: In each cabin
Lifeboats: 2 units semi enclosed
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