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Twin Craters Tour Express

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  • Duration Icon

    Duration

    3 Nights

  • Ship Comfort

    Ship Comfort

    Essential

  • Total Guests

    Total Guests

    16

  • Prices From

    Price From

    $2,325 per person


Set sail for an immersive 4-day journey through the Galapagos Islands, aboard the essential Archipel I Catamaran, where you'll encounter diverse endemic wildlife, explore unique landscapes, and delve into the islands' natural history.

Trip Highlights:

  • San Cristobal: Interpretation Centre and Frigatebird Hill: Learn about the Galapagos' natural history and witness mixed frigatebird colonies.
  • Santa Fe: Endemic Species and Giant Cacti: Encounter land iguanas, sea lions, and diverse birdlife amidst unique flora.
  • South Plaza: Land Iguanas and Hybrid Iguanas: Observe land iguanas, hybrid iguanas, and diverse seabirds nesting on cliffs.
  • North Seymour & Chinese Hat: Birdlife Spectacles and Volcanic Landscapes: Witness frigatebird displays, blue-footed booby courtship dances, and explore volcanic cones and lava fields.
  • Santa Cruz: Giant Tortoises and Volcanic Craters: Encounter giant tortoises in their natural habitat and explore the Twin Craters, witnessing the unique scalesia cloud forest and diverse birdlife.

Operator's Itinerary

01 Interpretation Center & Fridgatebird Hill

Day 1 | San Cristobal Island

In the morning, arrive at San Cristobal Airport and transfer to the Interpretation Centre to learn about the Galapagos' history and ecology.

In the afternoon, hike Frigatebird Hill for panoramic views and to observe frigatebird colonies.

(L, D)

02 Santa Fe

Day 2 | Santa Fe & South Plaza Islands

In the morning, explore Santa Fe, observing endemic wildlife like land iguanas and sea lions amidst unique flora and giant cacti.

In the afternoon, visit South Plaza, observing hybrid iguanas, land iguanas, and diverse seabirds along its cliffs and amongst reddish vegetation.

(B, L, D)

03 North Seymour

Day 3 | North Seymour & Chinese Hat

In the morning, explore North Seymour, observing frigatebirds, blue-footed boobies, and sea lions amidst a flat, boulder-strewn landscape.

In the afternoon, visit Chinese Hat, observing penguins and volcanic features, and witnessing pioneer plant colonization amidst lava fields and beaches.

(B, L, D)

04 Highland

Day 4 | Santa Cruz Island

In the morning, explore the Santa Cruz highlands, visiting El Chato Tortoise Reserve to observe giant tortoises in their natural habitat and the Twin Craters amidst scalesia cloud forest.

In the afternoon, transfer to Baltra Airport for your flight to Quito or Guayaquil.

(B)

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Pricing and Departures

Pricing

Cabin Category (per person)

Ocean View Cabin

$2,325

The cruise departs every other week on a Monday

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Inclusions

Included

Three nights aboard the essential Archipel I Catamaran with all meals onboard included and prepared by onboard chefs.

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Vessel Overview

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Your Expedition Vessel

Take a look inside...

Main Deck

Main Deck

The Main Deck features a dining room, bar and conference area with television, DVD player, chart games, library of books and DVDs. It also has 2 cabins with double beds, 6 cabins with twin beds.

Cabin area: 10m².

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Sun Deck

The Sun Deck features a shaded area, outside lounge and dining areas.

Interior Living

Interior Living

The Archipels have ample social areas that will complement a comfortable stay. Shared with a total of just 16 guests; the lounge, solarium, resting areas are great choices for you to relax and enjoy the nature that surrounds you.

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Dining Areas

Dining room on the Main Deck for passengers to enjoy food prepared by chefs onboard.

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Briefing Area

A comfortable space where expert guides provide informative lectures and insights on the Galápagos.

Cabins

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Double Cabin

Each catamaran offers eight cabins above the waterline, with two sea-view windows. They also include clean private facilities, hot/cold water, low beds, air-conditioning, and storage space for a comfortable stay.

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Twin Cabin

Also available as a twin.

Bathroom

Bathroom

Bathroom with private facilities and hot/cold water.


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