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M/V Eclipse - Galapagos |
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Ship
Profile - Eclipse - Galapagos Islands |
Ship
Description: The MV Eclipse Galapagos Islands, offers a new level in comfort
and elegance for Galapagos Islands travelers and will accommodate up to
48 passengers. This is half the normal number of passengers for
ships of her size. The M/V Eclipse maintains the smaller boat
atmosphere with a great attention to detail. The staterooms on
this ship are large and spacious by Galapagos standards. Each
stateroom sports an ocean view. Fully air conditioned, the spacious
cabins offer either a double and/or twin bed arrangement, well
appointed bathrooms complete with hairdryer etc. Service, staff, and cuisine aboard the M/V Eclipse have an unexcelled reputation for one of the finest Galapagos cruise experiences.
In addition,
the Eclipse offers a well equipped lounge for leisure and a base
for the nightly briefings for today's discoveries and tomorrows'
activities. There is a well equipped library, and beyond,
the indoor dining room, there is an al-fresco dining area surrounding
the jacuzzi, where you can enjoy the the islands' fabulous scenery
while dining on a delicious lunch or barbeque. One of the most
popular areas onboard is the observation deck. Here you can watch
for whales or dolphins, or just relax on the comfortable lounge
chairs. This ship also has a jacuzzi, boutique, and pool bar. Use
of snorkeling equipment is complimentary, and wetsuits are included in the price of the cruise. The Eclipse offers kayaks for use by guests / passengers for designated islands. The Eclipse has a medial cabin onboard with a staff doctor avaiable onboard 24 hours a day.
Please Note: The Eclipse will take passengers into the Galapagos Islands in groups of twelve passsengers per certified naturalist guide. Most ships in the Galapagos provide for groups of sixteeen passengers per guide. For additional ships that offer Galapagos tours, see the cruise planner page. |
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| Ship Type: Motor
Vessel |
Category: Luxury Class |
| Ship Length: 210.3
feet |
Capacity: 48
Passengers |
Main Deck Staterooms:
170 square feet |
Superior, Deluxe Staterooms on the Boat Deck:
210 square feet |
| Ship Width: 41
feet |
Speed in knots: 14
knots |
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| Facilities on Board: |
| Air Conditioning,
110V, Snorkeling Equipment, Environmental Music, 6 Life Boats, Raincoats,
Life Jackets, Dinghy, Television, Video, Stereo Equipment, Public
Restrooms, House Phone |
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| Cabin Facilities: |
| 110V,
Air Conditioning, Amenities, Bathtub, Cold Water, Hot Water,
House Phone, Private Bathroom, Shower There are four deluxe
suites / staterooms on the boat deck, and 8 superior outside staterooms with
picture windows on the boat deck. There are 13 standrard outside
staterooms with portholes on the main deck, in addition to two
standard single staterooms with portholes on the main deck. |
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Pricing for the M/V Eclipse - Seven Night Cruise Prices |
Year Round: Price Per Person |
Low Season |
High Season |
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| Boat deck Deluxe Staterooms, cabins 17-20 |
at $ 5,600
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at $5,950
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| Superior Staterooms on the Boat Deck, cabins 21-28 |
at $ 5,280
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at $5,550
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| Staterooms on the Main Deck, cabins 3 to 15 (twins and doubles) |
at $ 4,750
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at $4,950
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| Single Stateroom on the Main Deck (cabin 1 and 2) |
at $ 4,900
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at $5,200
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FIVE NIGHT CRUISE - Saturday to Thursday, starting at $4,250 for a Main Deck Stateroo, hight season rate.
LOW SEASON RATES apply to all cruises in October and November, as well as departures December 1st to 8th.
CRUISE PRICES WILL INCLUDE: Galapagos cruises on the Eclipse are in air conditioned cabins with private bathroom/shower. Two visits to the Galapagos Island each day including all meals and tours, and conducted by certified naturalist guides. Fuel surcharge is included.
GALAPAGOS CRUISE PRICES WILL NOT INCLUDE: Airfare between Quito or Guayaquil (round-trip) and the Galapagos Islands, Galapagos National Park entrance fees ($100 CASH), alcoholic beverages and soft drinks, tips for naturalist guides and crew or captain, all personal expenses, gifts and purchases on the ship and/or travel insurance.
Children are allowed onboard from the age of five and over. Children between the ages of five and twelve receive a discount over the standard rate. To see an overview of travel packages and cruises to the Galapagos Islands, see our homepage. Please call us for details.
ALL PRICES SHOWN ARE IN US$ AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. |
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Itinerary for the Eclipse - Galapagos Island Cruise - 7 Night Itinerary |
Seven Night Cruise - ESPANOLA ITINERARY followed by the GENOVESA ITINERARY |
| Saturday |
AM |
Fly from Quito or Guayaquil
to Baltra Island and board the ship |
AM - Arrive at Baltra airport and board the Eclipse for seven nights |
PM |
Visit to North Seymour Island |
PM - Panga ride to Black Turlte Cove |
| Sunday |
AM |
Visit to South Plaza Island |
AM - Visit to Batolome Island - hiking and snorkeling |
PM |
Visit to Santa Fe Island |
Visit Pureto Egas, Santiago Island |
| Monday |
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PM |
Visit to Post Office Bay, Floreana Island with snorkeling
Visit to Punta Comorant, Floreana with snorkeling |
Tagus Cove, Isabela Island for hiking or panga ride along coast
PM - Punta Espinoza, Fernandina island hiking and snorkeling |
| Tuesday |
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PM |
Visit to Isbela Island Puerto Villamil
Visit to Isabela Island, Puerto Villamil with snorkeling, hiking, biking
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AM - Punta Visente Roca, isabela
PM - Punta Albermarle, isabela Is. |
| Wednesday |
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PM |
Visit to Elizabeth Bay on Isabela Island by panga ride
Visit to Isabela Island and Puerto Moreno |
AM - Visit Charles Darwin Station of Santa Cruz Island
PM - Visit the Hghlands of Santa Cruz and giant wild tortoises |
| Thursday |
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PM |
Visit to Santa Cruz Island and the Charles Darwin Station
Visit to the Highlands on Santa Cruz Island |
AM- Visit El Barranco on Genovesa Island
PM - Visit to Darwin Bay on Genovesa Island with snorkeling |
| Friday |
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PM |
Visit to Espanola Island and Gardener Bay with snorkeling
Visit to Espanola Island and Punta Suarez
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AM - Visit Bachas Beach, Santa Cruz Island
PM - Visit Cerro Dragon, Santa Cruz Island
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| Saturday |
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Visit to Santa Cruz, with Panga ride to Mowquera Islet followed by departure for the mainland |
AM - Panga ride around Daphne Major island
PM - Departure for the mainland |
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PLEASE NOTE: A FIVE NIGHT ITINERARY SATURDAY TO THURSDAY IS ALSO AVAILABLE ON THE ECLIPSE . CALL FOR PRICES AND ITINERARY. |
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Departure Dates |
Year-Round Departures |
7 Night - Saturday to Saturday, or 5 Night Saturday to Thursday |
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Galapagos Cruising is a Year Round
Destination |
| The Galapagos Islands
enjoy a mild sub-tropical climate, allowing Galapagos
cruise ships to operate on year round. Temperatures are
defined almost entirely by ocean currents and the trade
winds. In general. From December to May will be warm
and sunny; and from June to November will be cool with
a breeze in the afternoon. The temperature chart below
is useful to plan your Galapagos vacation!
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Temperature
values are given in Fahrenheit. |
| Temperatures |
JAN |
FEB |
MAR |
APR |
MAY |
JUN |
JUL |
AUG |
SEP |
OCT |
NOV |
DEC |
| Max. Air Temp |
84 |
86 |
88 |
86 |
82 |
78 |
76 |
74 |
76 |
77 |
78 |
80 |
| Min Air Temp |
70 |
74 |
74 |
72 |
72 |
68 |
66 |
64 |
62 |
64 |
66 |
68 |
| Avg.Sea Temp |
74 |
76 |
76 |
76 |
74 |
74 |
72 |
66 |
68 |
70 |
72 |
74 |
| Avg. Rainfall |
1 |
1 |
2.0 |
1.5 |
0.75 |
0.25 |
0.5 |
0.25 |
0.5 |
0.25 |
0.5 |
0.5 |
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