Description
The Eric, Flamingo & Letty each take up to 20 passengers and there is a high passenger-guide ratio with 1 guide to every 10 passengers, ensuring an intimate wildlife experience.
The yachts each feature 10 double outside facing cabins located on 3 decks. The cabins are fitted with polished teak wood interiors, air conditioning, en suite shower room and either a picture window view or porthole.
For the on board comfort of guests there is a dining room and lounge area with picture windows and a well stocked bar. On the upper deck guests can bask in the sun loungers enjoying the sea breezes, maybe spot some wildlife or enjoy some stargazing with exceptionally clear night skies.
The beautiful beaches, lagoons and forests of the Galapagos are home to a totally unique and fearless array of wildlife, include the impressive waved albatross, giant tortoises and comical blue footed boobies. The expert guides on board the Eric, Flamingo and Letty lead daily visits to the islands and provide a highly informative insight into the local environment. Visitors truly come face to face with the wildlife, wandering amongst volcanic rocks carpeted with iguanas and snorkelling with playful penguins and sea lions.
The Eric, Flamingo and Letty operate on set weekly 7 night cruises however please note that 5 night cruises are also available on certain departures.
Guide price
£4,095
per person
£4,095 per person based on international and domestic flights, 2nts in Quito staying at the colonial Patio Andaluz and 7nts cruising in a Dolphin Deck cabin on a Full Board basis including all regular excursions.
Accommodation
The Eric, Flamingo and Letty each have 10 cabins, with either one double bed or two twin beds, and a porthole or window. All cabins have air conditioning, polished teak interiors and en suite bathrooms.
Childcare
For children 7 years and upwards. There are designated family departures dotted throughout the year during school holidays. Activities are tailored to the particular age group and ensure both a fun and informative cruise for all the family from snorkelling and sea kayaking for teens to briefings geared toward the younger set and kid-friendly meals. Kids can visit the bridge and learn about astronomy, navigational charts and tie nautical knots with the Captain. Special parties include
movies and popcorn, games with prizes, drawing contests, and fancy dress.
Facilities
There are plenty of on board facilities including a dining room and lounge/conference area with bar. There is also a spacious upper deck with sun loungers. Snorkel equipment, kayaks and wetsuits are all available on board for guest use.
Activities
Guided shore visits to the islands are organised daily and there is also the opportunity for snorkelling and kayaking. Scuba diving can be pre-arranged on request for a minimum of two divers. Scuba dives are offered on two selected days of the week and passengers choose to take these in lieu of the scheduled shore visits. All those wishing to dive must have an intermediate level of experience or higher. Diving is offered every week with a minimum of 2 divers on Friday and 3 divers on Saturday.
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 Galapagos archipelago consists of 19 volcanic islands and 40 islets, 600miles off the coast of Ecuador.
How to get there
3hr domestic flight to the Galapagos Islands from mainland Ecuador.
