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Cruising the Galapagos Islands onboard the Tip Top II

The Tip Top II

A popular steel hulled motor yacht, owned and operated by the first person born on Floreana in 1933, Rolf Wittmer. Completely refurbished in 2007 the Tip Top has a new sun deck and larger hull.  Guests are treated to new multi-media audio and video equipment.  As well as state of the art machinery including engine, generator and air conditioning.

No children under 7 years of age, except under special prearranged conditions. An adult must accompany children under 16. Children fewer than 12 years pay 75% of the published rate for the Galapagos trip and 50% of the published airfare to the islands. Traveler's checks and US Dollars are accepted for payment on board (no personal checks or credit cards accepted).

Specifications

Motor Yacht
16 passengers
85 feet in length
20 feet in beam
9 knots

Friday and Monday Departures

Cabin Information

Cabins 1 - 6 (Lower Deck)
6 cabins with a twin lower berths. Each cabin has small window and storage for personal items. Cabins 1 and 2 appear slightly larger than the other cabins (stairways) though all cabins are approximately the same 143 x 87 with 6'5 bunks. Cabins 5 and 6 are the closest to the engines and will be a little louder while the boat is moving at night. Cabins 5 and 6 dimensions are 137 x 110.

Cabins 7 - 8 (Upper Deck) **Premium Cabin
Two single lower berths with a large picture window and ample storage. Access to this cabin is from the outside deck and is not recommended for children. Cabin dimensions are 127 x 97.

Cabin 9 (Upper Deck) **Premium Cabin
One double lower berth with a large picture window and ample storage. Access to the cabin is from the outside deck and is not recommended for children. Cabin dimensions are 127 x 97.

All cabins are outside and private baths

 

Itinerary

Friday - Baltra Arrival, Sail around Daphne & Bachas Beach
Saturday - Darwin Bay & Prince Phillips Steps, Genovesa
Sunday - James Bay, Santiago & Bartolome
Monday - Darwin Station & Santa Cruz Highlands
Tuesday - South Plaza & Santa Fe
Wednesday - Gardner Bay & Punta Suarez, Espaņola 
Thursday - Punta Cormorant & Post Office Bay, Floreana 
Friday - North Seymour & Baltra Departure

*Itinerary is subject to change

Ask us about the Special 2 week Itinerary

5 day cruises are Friday to Tuesday or Monday to Friday

Cruise Only Rates 2008

  7 nights 4 nights
Cabins 1-6 $2275 $1625
Cabins 7-8 singles $3675 $2625
Cabins 9-10 $2450 $1750

 

Optional Diving available on many cruises for an additional charge.

All prices quoted are per person based on double occupancy.

Included: Accommodations, All Meals, All Snacks, Expert Guiding, transportation between islands, All Shore Excursions, Round-Trip Transfers between the Galapagos Airport and Boat.

Not Included: Air Fare to/from the Galapagos Islands, Galapagos National Park Entrance Fee, Ecuador Departure Tax, Bar Consumption On Board, Items of a Personal Nature, Gratuities, Use of Snorkel Equipment and Kayaks.

*Single Supplement is 150% of regular cruise charge
Children Under 12 years of age receive a 50% discount.  Children's discounts do not apply during Holiday departures.

Charter Rates 2008

8 days/ 7 nights

5 days / 4 nights 4 days/ 3 nights

$36,400

$23,400 $18,200

 

Optional Diving available on many cruises for an additional charge.

All prices quoted are for a for a full one-week charter.

Included: Accommodations, All Meals, All Snacks, Expert Guiding, transportation between islands, All Shore Excursions, Round-Trip Transfers between the Galapagos Airport and Boat

Not Included: Air Fare to/from the Galapagos Islands, Galapagos National Park Entrance Fee, Ecuador Departure Tax, Bar Consumption On Board, Items of a Personal Nature, Gratuities, Use of Snorkel Equipment and Kayaks.

Custom Packages Available Please Ask for More Details

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