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Galapagos Island Tours & Travel | ERIC / LETTY / FLAMINGO

Erik | Letty | Flamingo These three identical luxury ships are perfectly-tailored for a Galapagos Islands' cruise of maximum comfort. The boats measure eighty-three feet long and cruise at twelve knots. Each accommodates twenty passengers with two nautical guides per ship to guarantee a superior cruise experience. The air-conditioned Eric/ Letty/ Flamingo all include expansive sundecks, delectable cuisine and well-stocked bars. Each ship is equipped with wetsuits, snorkel gear, and sea kayaks.
 
SCUBA DIVING INFORMATION: Passengers who are certified scuba divers can choose to purchase a scuba package. The package is available every week on the Eric, Flamingo or Letty and includes two days of diving (on Friday & Saturday). With a minimum of two divers on Fridays, the option is an intermediate dive at Beagle & Daphne. The cost is $225 per person (2 tanks). On this day, the divers will miss the Highlands and Charles Darwin Center. On the return, you will stop at a tortoise farm or you can visit the Darwin Station on your own. On Saturday, and intermediate dive is offered at Gardener Bay, Española $225 person, 2 tanks) with a minimum of 4 divers. Divers will miss beach time at Gardener Bay. The dive fee includes a dive master, filled tanks, weight belt, weights, BCD, regulator, wet suit, boots, fins and hood. Although not required, we recommend all divers have sufficient experience with at least 20 logged dives or advanced dive certification due to strong currents, cold water, thermo-clines and large marine life.
 
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PRICING & ITINERARY INFORMATION

7 DAY PROGRAM 10 DAY PROGRAM
Eric / Letty / Flamingo do not offer 7 day programs Sat to Mon (Weekly Departures)
Pricing
  IGUANA DECK: $3,250
BOOBIE DECK: +$325
DOLPHIN DECK: +$595
TRIPLE IGUANA: -$50
2010 Seasons
LOW: May 2 - June 12 / Aug 30 - Oct 17 / Nov 28 - Dec 18
HIGH: Dec 19 - May 1 / June 13 - Aug 29 / Oct 16 - Nov 27
Published High and Low season periods are subject to change.
Diving Information
Passengers who are certified scuba divers can choose to purchase a scuba package for $225.00 additional per person, per day. The package is available every week on the Eric, Flamingo or Letty with a minimum of two divers and includes two days of diving (on Friday & Saturday) with four dives/ tanks total provided by a local dive shop. The dive fee includes filled tanks, weight belt, weights, BCD, regulator, wet suit, boots, fins and hood. Although not required, we recommend all divers have sufficient experience with at least 20 logged dives or advanced dive certification due to strong currents, cold water, thermo-clines and large marine life.
Itinerary
  Day 1 - Arrive Quito or Guayaquil
Quito accommodations Day 2 - Quito or Guayaquil - San Cristóbal - Playa Ochoa - Leon Dormido
Day 3 - Darwin Bay - Tower (Prince Phillip’S Steps)
Day 4 - Punta Espinoza - Fernandina - Tagus Cove - Isabela
Day 5 - Puerto Egas - Santiago - Sombrero Chino
Day 6 - Bartolome - N Seymour
Day 7 - Santa Cruz (Highlands, Darwin Station)
Day 8 - Española (Gardner Bay, Punta Suarez)
Day 9 - San Cristóbal (Interpretation Center) - Quito or Guayaquil
Quito accommodations Day 10 - Quito or Guayaquil - Home
Optional Extension Program
Included / Excluded
Included in tour cost
- 2 nights accommodation in Quito.
- Galapagos Cruise (5D or 8D).
- Meals while in the Galapagos.
- Quito representative.
- Naturalist guide while on yacht.
- Transfers.
- Breakfasts at hotel.
- Southern Explorations pre departure services.
Excluded in tour cost
- Domestic Airfare: Quito / Galapagos / Quito
Low Season: $375
(May 1 - June 14 / Sept 15 - Oct 31)
High Season: $430
(Jan 1 - April 30 / June 15 - Sept 14 / Nov 1 - Dec 31)
- Domestic Airfare: Guayaquil / Galapagos / Guayaquil
Low Season: $335
(May 1 - June 14 / Sept 15 - Oct 31)
High Season: $380
(Jan 1 - April 30 / June 15 - Sept 14 / Nov 1 - Dec 31)
- International airfare.
- Airport taxes.
- Travel insurance.
- Lunch and dinner while in towns or cities.
- Entrance to Galapagos to National Park ($100 Adult / $50 Child).
Note:
- All First Class Vessels have land accommodations at 4 star hotels.
Boat Specs / Deckplans / Images
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deckplan
  • Dolphin Deck Cabin

    Dolphin Deck Cabin

    Cabin 1, 2, 3 & 4
    Deck: Dolphin | 116 sq /ft
  • Booby Deck Cabin

    Booby Deck Cabin

    Cabin 5 & 6
    Deck: Booby Deck | 116 sq / ft
  • Iguana Deck Cabin

    Iguana Deck Cabin

    Cabin 7, 8, 9 & 10
    Deck: Iguana | 127.5 sq / ft
  • Accommodations include ten cabins located on three decks, each with:
    • A large private bathroom
    • Fresh, hot-and-cold-water shower
    • Either two twin lower beds or one double bed
    • A roomy closet
    • Overhead storage
    • Separate climate controls
    • Intercom system
    • Bottled water
    • Toiletries
    • Fresh towels
  • Boat Specifications
    • Capacity: 20 passengers
    • Length: 83 feet
    • Electric power: 110v and 220v. AC/DC
    • Speed: 12 knots
    • Crew: 8 members + 2 Level III experienced naturalist guide

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The International Ecotourism Society Leave No Trace American Whitewater Ecuadoran Rivers Institute Adventure Travel Trade Association KEXP 90.3FM Seattle International Galapagos Tour Operators Association Washington Wilderness Coalition Headwaters Institute La Pagina en la Puerta (The Page in the Door) Cascadia Wildlands Project
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PHYSICAL RATING

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SINGLE SUPPLEMENT

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Single Supplement is the additional cost of a single traveler not sharing a room in double occupancy. We will match you with another same gender traveler unless you request single accommodations.

Prices based on 3% cash discount