M/Y ISABELA II- Galapagos Islands |
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Ship
Profile - ISABELA II- Galapagos Islands |
One of the most popular cruising ships in the Galapagos Islands, the M/Y Isabela II conveys the atmosphere of a comfortable and elegant yacht. A seven night cruise on the Isabela II is one of the most luxurious ways of cruising in the Galapagos Islands. Tour the Galapagos with onboard amenities such as a convivial bar/lounge, well appointed, comfortable exterior cabins, plenty of sun deck, and a separate reading and game room. The Isabela II has a seven night cruise from Tuesday to Tuesday and accommodates up to 40 passengers. |
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| Ship Type: Motor
Yacht |
Category: Luxury Class |
| Ship Length: 166 feet |
Capacity: 16
Passengers |
| Ship Width: 38
feet |
Speed in knots: 16
knots |
Equipment: On board gyrocompass, automatic pilot, radar and GPS, fire detector. Fully air conditioned, 110 Volts available, Fax, Environmental Music, Snorkeling Equipment, Life Boats, Life Jackets, Dinghy, Television, Video, Stereo Equipment, House Phone, Medical facilities, Jacuzzi
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| Crew: There are 24 crew members in addition to 3 bilingual naturalist guides (English, German, Spanish) |
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| Cabin Facilities: |
| 21 Outside cabins, with twin or double beds, 110V, air conditioning,amenities, hot and cold Water, house phone, and private bathroom with shower. |
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Pricing for the Isabela II Year Around Cruising |
| Double Cabin (Price Per Person} |
$3,772 |
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| Single Cabin |
$ 5,659 |
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Note: These
prices are subject to change without notice. Prices
shown in U.S. dollars. Charter rates available on request.
CRUISE PRICES WILL INCLUDE: Galapagos cruises on the Isabela II are in air conditioned cabins with private bath. Two visits to the Galapagos Island each day including all meals and tours, conducted by certified naturalist guides.
GALAPAGOS CRUISE PRICES WILL NOT INCLUDE: Airfare between Quito or Guayaquil (round-trip) and the Galapagos Islands, (approximate cost $390 per person), Galapagos National Park entrance fees, alcoholic beverages and soft drinks, tips for naturalist guides and crew or captain, all personal expenses, gifts and purchases on the ship, rental of snorkel equipment and/or travel insurance.
Please request rates and availability for single cabins. Children on Galapagos cruises are always welcome and may cruise at a 30% discount if sharing a cabin with a parent(s). Children above the age of 12 pay full adult fare. .
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Itinerary - Isabela II- Galapagos Islands |
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Seven Night Cruise Saturday to Saturday |
| Tuesday |
AM |
Fly from Quito or Guayaquil
to Baltra and board the ship |
PM |
Visit to North Seymour Island |
| Wednesday |
AM |
Visit to Gardener Bay on Espanola Island |
PM |
Visit to Punta Suarez on Espanola Island |
| Thursday |
AM |
Visit to Point Comorant on Floreana Island |
PM |
Visit to Post Office Bay on Floreana Island |
| Friday |
AM |
Visit to Santa Cruz Island and the Charles Darwin Center |
PM |
Visit to Santa Cruz Island and Puerto Ayora |
| Saturday |
AM |
Visit to Darwin Bay on Genovesa Island |
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Visit to Prince Phillip's Steps on Genovesa Island |
| Sunday |
AM |
Visit to Punta Vicente Roca or Tagus Cove, Isabela Island |
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Visit to Punta Espinoza on Fernandina Island |
| Monday |
AM |
Visit to Puerta Egas on Santiago Island |
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Visit to Bartolome Island |
| Tuesday |
AM |
Visit to Baltra Island- depart for mainland |
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Departure Dates |
Year-Round Departures |
7 Night - Tuesday to Tuesday |
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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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Deck
Plan for the M/Y Isabela II- Galapagos |
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