Explorer II
Built in 1990, with an overall length of 89.35 m and reaching 17 knots, the M/V Galapagos Explorer II is one of the most elegant of the vessels cruising the Galapagos’ waters. Designed to provide both comfort and scientific information to 100 passengers visiting the Galapagos National Park, this vessel travels up to the remotest islands of the Archipelago.
The Explorer II was part of the International Cruise Line “Renaissance” and operates in the Galápagos Islands since February 1998. It is not only a vessel adapted to the eco-tourism operations that provides environmental education and interpretation on the Galapagos, it also has all the installations and necessary services to guarantee guided experiences on the islands.
EXPLORER II SPECIALS 2010:
* Select Discount Departures: March 19, April 30, May 7 & 14, June 4 (All Programs)
* 2nd Child Discount: June – Sept departures (All Programs)
Contact us for specials pricing and availability!
Itinerary
Explorer II7 DAY PROGRAM: Fri - Thu DAY 1 (Fri) ARRIVE QUITO DAY 2 (Sat) QUITO - BALTRA - SANTA CRUZ (Dragon Hill) DAY 3 (Sun) BARTOLOME - SANTIAGO (Puerto Egas) DAY 4 (Mon) FERNANDINA (Punta Espinoza) - ISABELA (Pta. Vincente Roca) DAY 5 (Tue) N. SEYMOUR - SANTA CRUZ (Highlands) DAY 6 (Wed) SAN CRISTOBAL (Varios Sites) - QUITO DAY 7 (Thu) QUITO - HOME (or begin extension program) |
Explorer II10 DAY PROGRAM: Fri- Sun DAY 1 (Fri) ARRIVE QUITO DAY 2 (Sat) QUITO - BALTRA - SANTA CRUZ (Dragon Hill) DAY 3 (Sun) BARTOLOME - SANTIAGO (Puerto Egas) DAY 4 (Mon) FERNANDINA (Punta Espinoza) - ISABELA (Pta. Vincente Roca) DAY 5 (Tue) N. SEYMOUR - SANTA CRUZ (Highlands) DAY 6 (Wed) SAN CRISTOBAL (Varios Sites, Cerro Brujo) DAY 7 (Thu) ESPANOLA (Punta Suarez, Gardner Bay) DAY 8 (Fri) SANTA CRUZ (Charles Darwin Station) – RABIDA DAY 9 (Sat) SANTA CRUZ (Bachas Beach) - BALTRA – QUITO DAY 10 (Sun) QUITO - HOME (or begin extension program) |
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PRICING
7 DAY PROGRAM - ALL SEASON 10 DAY PROGRAM - ALL SEASON
CLASSIC SUITE CLASSIC SUITE
$2125 - LOW SEASON $3295 - LOW SEASON
$2250 - HIGH SEASON $3525 - HIGH SEASON
ADDITIONAL UPGRADE ADDITIONAL UPGRADE
+$185 - PREMIUM SUITE +$295- PREMIUM SUITE
+$490 - DELUXE SUITE +$810- DELUXE SUITE
+$645 - RENAISSANCE SUITE +$1160- RENAISSANCE SUITE
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Price includes: Galapagos Cruise (as noted), meals while in the Galapagos, English speaking naturalist guide while in the Galapagos, local representative, 2 nights hotel & 4 airport/hotel transfers.
Not included: Galapagos airfare (will be quoted with trip proposal), international airfare, airport taxes, travel insurance, boat fuel surcharge (if applicable), entrance fees to Galapagos National Park (unless otherwise noted).
Accommodation: All Deluxe Class Expedition boat programs include 2 nights (5 star hotel). View Sample Accommodations
Airfare: Roundtrip Airfare (Quito/Gal/Quito - price subject to change)
$370 - Low Season: (Sep 15 - Oct 31, May 1 - June 14)
$425 - High Season: (June 15 - Sept 14, Nov 1 - April 30)
Cash Price: Prices listed are cash prices. Credit card payments are subject to a 3% processing fee.
Single Supplement (hotel/lodges): Trip cost is based on twin shared hotel accommodations, a single supplement charge is assessed for those traveling alone or preferring single hotel/cabin accommodations.
Trip Extensions: Ecuador Day Tours and Ecuador & Amazon Multi-Day Tours are a great way to complement your Galapagos experience.




