Tip Top IV

The 125 ft. Tip Top IV*, was constructed in 2006 and cruises at 12 knots. It accommodates 16 passengers in 10 roomy exterior cabins. The Tip Top IV has a spacious dining room, bar and lounge areas located on the main deck. The vessel has a large sundeck and a diving platform, perfect for snorkeling and diving. Cruise the Galapagos on one of the newest and most comfortable boats.

*The Tip Top IV alternates between a North & South Itinerary, please indicate your preference upon request.

SPECIAL – 2010 SELECT DISCOUNT DEPARTURES:
Galapagos Airfare, Fuel Surcharge, 2 Nights hotel/transfers included in price.

Tip Top IV:
$1450 lower / $1595 upper (5 Day) Apr 2 – 6 (select departures)

Contact us for availability on select discount departures.

Itinerary

Tip Top IV - 10 Day Program

Thu - Sat (South Itinerary)

DAY 1 (Thu) ARRIVE QUITO

DAY 2 (Fri) QUITO - BALTRA - SANTA FE

DAY 3 (Sat) SAN CRISTOBAL - LOBOS

DAY 4 (Sun) S. PLAZA - BARTOLOME

DAY 5 (Mon) N. SANTA CRUZ (Black Turtle Cove, Bachas Beach)

DAY 6 (Tue) ISABELA (Sierra Negra Volcano) - MOSQUERA

DAY 7 (Wed) SANTIAGO (Sullivan Bay) - SOMBRERO CHINO

DAY 8 (Thu) SANTIAGO ISLAND (Puerto Egas) - RABIDA

DAY 9 (Fri) N. SANTA CRUZ (Cerro Dragon) - BALTRA - QUITO

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

Tip Top IV - 10 Day Program

Thu - Sat (North Itinerary)

DAY 1 (Thu) ARRIVE QUITO

DAY 2 (Fri) QUITO - BALTRA - NORTH SEYMOUR

DAY 3 (Sat) GENOVESA (Darwin Bay, Prince Philip's Steps)

DAY 4 (Sun) ISABELA (Punta Vincente Roca) - FERNANDINA (Punta Espinoza)

DAY 5 (Mon) ISABELA (Urbina Bay, Elizabeth Bay)

DAY 6 (Tue) FLOREANA (Punta Cormorant, Post Office Bay)

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

DAY 8 (Thu) SANTA CRUZ (Highlands, Darwin Station)

DAY 9 (Fri) N. SANTA CRUZ (Cerro Dragon) - BALTRA - QUITO

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

Details

PRICING

10 DAY PROGRAM (North or South Itinerary)
$3025 - CABIN (1-6)
$3225 - CABIN (7-10)

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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 First Class boat programs include 2 nights (4 star hotel).
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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.

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