Description
Owner operated and managed, the Eclipse allows the more discerning traveler to experience one of the world’s greatest natural treasures in complete comfort.
The 210ft cruise ship accommodates up to 48 passengers in elegant staterooms, all with sea views. There are also ample social areas including a well stocked library, a comfortable lounge, both indoor and outdoor bars, an indoor dining area and an al-fresco dining area. For those looking to relax in the open air, star gaze or maybe look out for whales there is a superb observation/sun deck with a jacuzzi and loungers.
The emphasis on board the Eclipse is to immerse guests in the local environment and with this aim the expert on-board naturalist guides give informative lectures on the natural history of the archipelago and lead the visits to the islands. Whether you are snorkelling with sea, lions, inching your way past lounging iguanas, watching a blue-footed booby feed its young or following a giant tortoise through the forest, a visit to the Galapagos Islands on board the Eclipse will be sure to surpass all expectations.
Guide price
£5,340
per person
£5,340 per person based on international and domestic flights plus tax, 2nts in Quito at the exclusive Plaza Grande and 7nts cruising the Galapagos in a stateroom with picture windows on a Full Board basis including all regular excursions plus fuel surcharges.
Accommodation
The Eclipse accommodates up to 48 guests in 24 elegant staterooms. The staterooms on the Main Deck have portholes and those on the Boat Deck have picture windows. Each room has either one queen bed or two twins, which can be made up into a king bed on request. All staterooms have well-appointed bathrooms and are equipped with air conditioning and an internal telephone system.
Childcare
A trip to the Galapagos can be very rewarding and informative for children and the Eclipse recognises this by offering special family departures during the months of March, April, July, August and December. Children are looked after by dedicated guides who organise educational and fun activities including faster walks, beach games and handicrafts. There is also a special 'Kids Menu'. Children from the age of 5 are accepted on Family Departures and for all other departures they must be over 10.
Facilities
The Eclipse has an elegant indoor dining area plus an al-fresco dining area, a library/video room, interior and exterior bars and an observation sun deck with jacuzzi and loungers. There is also a small boutique.
Activities
The Eclipse's expert bilingual guides lead twice daily shore excursions onto the islands, to view the abundant wildlife and endemic flora. Marked trails are carefully designed to minimise impact on the environment. Snorkelling equipment and kayaks are also available for guest use and additional time is scheduled for these activities.
Services
31 crew members, 4 naturalist guides and an infirmary with a doctor on board at all times.
When to travel
All year round destination, but seas can be heavier from August to October.
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Location and directions
Galapagos, Ecuador
The archipelago consists of 19 volcanic islands and 40 islets, 600miles off the coast of Ecuador.
How to get there
A 3hr domestic flight to the Galapagos Islands from mainland Ecuador.
