Cormorant

(16 Passengers – Deluxe Vessel)

One of the newest boats in the Galapagos! The Cormorant Evolution incorporates the very best of Galapagos Catamaran design. The modern and ample accommodation for 16 passengers includes 6 cabins (double & twin) and 2 suites (double), each with a private balcony; public spaces include Jacuzzi, huge sun deck and area for “al fresco” dining. Cormorant Evolution combines high quality with excellent pricing, making your Galapagos experience an affordable luxury.

Note – 17 Day Galapagos Programs also available – Contact us for availability and details.

GSA Program Price Includes
Selected Galapagos Cruise + 2 Free Nights Hotel in Quito (or Guayaquil)

SPECIAL DISCOUNTS 2011: On Select Departures

$500 OFF – 2012 Programs
Departures:   Jun 22 – 28, Jun 29 – Jul 8, Jul 27 – Aug 5, Aug 24 – Sep 2, Aug 31 – Sep 6, Aug 31 – Sep 9, Sep 7 – 16, Sep 14 – 20, Sep 14 – 23, Sep 21 – 30, Sep 28 – Oct 4, Sep 28 – Oct 7, Nov 23 – 29, Nov 23 – Dec 2, Nov 30 – Dec 9

Please contact us for select departures availability! Discount applicable to new bookings only.

Itinerary

Cormorant Evolution - 2012

Galapagos Map (Click on Link)

7 DAY PROGRAM: Fri - Thu

DAY 1 (Fri) ARRIVE QUITO* (Overnight Hotel)

DAY 2 (Sat) QUITO – BALTRA - SANTA CRUZ (Las Bachas)

DAY 3 (Sun) BARTOLOME - SANTIAGO (Sullivan Bay)

DAY 4 (Mon) SOUTH PLAZAS - SANTE FE

DAY 5 (Tue) SAN CRISTOBAL (Cerro Brujo, Punta Pitt)

DAY 6 (Wed) SAN CRISTOBAL – QUITO (Overnight Hotel)

DAY 7 (Thu) QUITO – HOME (or begin extension program)

*GUAYAQUIL - can be substituted for international arrival/departure city.

Cormorant Evolution - 2012

10 DAY PROGRAM: Fri - Sun (A)

DAY 1 (Fri) ARRIVE QUITO (Overnight Quito)

DAY 2 (Sat) QUITO – BALTRA - SANTA CRUZ (Las Bachas)

DAY 3 (Sun) BARTOLOME - SANTIAGO (Sullivan Bay)

DAY 4 (Mon) SOUTH PLAZAS - SANTE FE

DAY 5 (Tue) SAN CRISTOBAL (Cerro Brujo, Punta Pitta)

DAY 6 (Wed) SAN CRISTOBAL (Interpretation Center, El Junco, Leon Dormido)

DAY 7 (Thu) ESPANOLA (Gardner Bay, Punta Suarez)

DAY 8 (Fri) FLOREANA (Pta Cormorant, Baroness Overlook, Post Office Bay)

DAY 9 (Sat) SANTA CRUZ (Darwin Station) - BALTRA – QUITO (Overnight Quito)

DAY 10 (Sun) QUITO – HOME (or begin extension program)

 

10 DAY PROGRAM: Fri - Sun (B)

DAY 1 (Fri) ARRIVE QUITO (Overnight Quito)

DAY 2 (Sat) QUITO – BALTRA - SANTA CRUZ (Highlands)

DAY 3 (Sun) ISABELA (Tintoreras, Wall of Tears, Galapaguera, Sierra Negra Volcano)

DAY 4 (Mon) ISABELA (Punta Moreno, Elizabeth Bay)

DAY 5 (Tue) FERNANDINA (Punta Mangle) - ISABELA (Urbina Bay)

DAY 6 (Wed) FERNANDINA (Punta Espinoza) - ISABELA (Tagus Cove)

DAY 7 (Thu) SANTIAGO (Puerto Egas, Playa Espumilla)

DAY 8 (Fri) GENOVESA (Prince Philip's Steps, Darwin Bay)

DAY 9 (Sat) NORTH SEYMOUR - BALTRA – QUITO (Overnight Quito)

DAY 10 (Sun) QUITO – HOME (or begin extension program)

Galapagos Map (Click on Link)

Pricing and Details

2012 PRICING   Contact GSA for preferred date availability and detailed Trip Proposal
2013 Pricing and Dates available on request

7 DAY PROGRAM 10 DAY PROGRAM
$2935 - REGULAR SEASON $4575 - REGULAR SEASON
$3110 - REGULAR SEASON SUITE $4950 - REGULAR SEASON SUITE
   
$3295 - HIGH SEASON $5025 - HIGH SEASON
$3480 - HIGH SEASON SUITE $5410 - HIGH SEASON SUITE
   

Seasonal Pricing (based on boat departure date):
HIGH SEASON:   Mar 31 - Apr 7 / Jun 30 - Aug 25 / Nov 17 - 24 / Dec 22 - Jan 05
REGULAR SEASON:   Rest of Year
Christmas & New Year's:   20% surcharge

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Price includes: Galapagos Cruise (as noted), meals while in the Galapagos, English speaking naturalist guide while in the Galapagos, local representative, 2 nights hotel, any optional tours & transfers (as purchased and noted).

Not included: Galapagos airfare (will be quoted with trip proposal), international airfare*, airport taxes, travel insurance, entrance fees to Galapagos National Park (unless otherwise noted).

*Quote for International flights can be provided separately by our discount air partner.

Accommodation: All Deluxe Class boat programs include 2 nights (5 star hotel).
View Sample Accommodations

Transfers (Quito or Guayaquil): we will provide pricing for our private airport/hotel meet and transfer service with the detailed Trip Proposal.
Note - New Quito International Airport Location - slated to open October 2012, Quito's new international airport in Tababela is located approximately 45 minutes from Quito's center.

Airfare: Roundtrip Airfare (Quito/Gal/Quito - price subject to change)
$460 - Low Season: (January - June / September - November)
$525 - High Season: (July - August / December)

Single Supplement: Trip cost is based on shared accommodations throughout, a single supplement charge is assessed for passengers traveling alone or preferring single accommodations. Most Galapagos boats offer a shared option for same sex singles willing to share a cabin in order to waive the single supplement (please indicate your single preference when contacting us).

Trip Extensions: Ecuador Day Tours and Ecuador & Amazon Multi-Day Tours are a great way to complement your Galapagos experience.

Carbon Offset Program:

CarbonFund.org

Go South Adventures is proud to promote the CarbonFund.org program - which gives all of us the ability to offset our carbon footprint both at home and while traveling on a Go South Adventure. Learn more at CarbonFund.org, where their motto is: "Reduce what you can. Offset what you can't".

We are proud members of the following organizations

  • BBB Online
  • IGTOA
  • The International Ecotourism Society
  • Adventure Travel Trade Associates
  • GSA and the Rainforest Alliance have formed an alliance to support sustainable tourism in Latin America