Archipell I & II

Archipell I and II are sister ships of the same catamaran design, powered partly by solar-powered electric motors charged from roof mounted solar panels. Archipell I has solar powered electricity as well as 2 auxiliary generators. Each boat has 9 spacious double cabins (2 with matrimonial beds), with outside views, private bathroom, hot water, locker and closet, comfortable dining room, bar and lounge with individual climate control, and Archipell II has air-conditioning.

Class: First

Archipell I & II

Included:

• All meals - Buffet Style
• Water, Tea and Coffee
• Accommodation in Double Cabin
• Excursion Specified in Itinerary
• Bilingual Naturalist
• Kayaks
• Snorkeling Equipment
• Snacks
• Airfare (usually included)

Not Included:

• Galapagos Park Entrance Fee
• Isabela Fee ($20) & Entrances to private ranches ($3)
• Alcohol and Soft Drink
• Wet suits (rent on board)
• Tips

Itinerary options include 5, 8, 11, 12, and 15 days:

ARCHIPEL I & II    Itinerary "A"*  (Same Options for both ships)

4 days-4 nights: Monday - Friday "A1"*
  (Thursday night in hotel, Friday transportation to airport)
5 days: Thursday - Monday    "A2"*
  (Starting mid-day at the Charles Darwin Station; NO Highlands)
8 days: Monday - Monday  "A"
8 days: Thursday - Thursday "C" = A2 + B1*

• Monday: San Cristobal: Galapaguera Tortoise Breeding Center
• Tuesday: Plaza Sur - Santa Fe
• Wednesday: Foreana: Asilo de La paz, La Loberia Beach, Isla Champion
• Thursday: Santa Cruz: Charles Darwin Station / Highlands
• Friday: Isabela: Tintoreras, Humedales, Interpretation center
• Saturday: Isabela: Punta Moreno, Elizabeth Bay
• Sunday: Isabela: Targus Cove - Fernandina: Espinoza
• Monday: Santa Cruz: Black Turtle Cove, Baltra airport

The operator reserves the right to change the itinerary without warning due to weather conditions, National Park regulations or unforeseeable circumstances.

ARCHIPEL I & II    Itinerary "B"*

4 days-4 nights: Monday - Friday "B1"*  
(Thursday night in hotel, Friday transportation to airport)
5 days: Thursday - Monday         "B2"*
8 days: Monday - Monday           "B"
8 days: Thursday - Thursday     "D" = B2 + A1*

• Monday: Baltra – North Seymour
• Tuesday: Genovesa: Prince Philip's steps, Darwin Bay 
• Wednesday: Bartolome, Sullivan Bay 
• Thursday: Santa Cruz: Charles Darwin Station / Los Gemelos 
• Friday: Foreana: Punta Cormorant, Post Office Bay, Miarador de la Baronesa
• Saturday: Espanola: Gardner Bay, Punta Suarez
• Sunday: San Cristobal: Punta Pitt, Cerro Brujo
• Monday: San Cristobal: Isla Lobos, airport SCY

The operator reserves the right to change the itinerary without warning due to weather conditions, National Park regulations or unforeseeable circumstances.

Other Itinerary Options:

Itinerary "E"- 11 days: Monday - Thursday (A + B1)
Itinerary "F"- 11 days: Monday - Thursday (B + A1)

Itinerary "G"- 12 days: Thursday - Monday (C + B2)
Itinerary "H"- 12 days: Thursday - Thursday (D + A2)

Itinerary "I"- 15 days: Monday - Monday (A + B)
Itinerary "J"- 15 days: Monday - Monday (B + A)

Itinerary "K"- 15 days: Thursday - Thursday (C + D)
Itinerary "L"- 15 days: Thursday - Thursday (D + C)

Information:

• Type: Motor Catamaran
• Capacity: 16 passengers
• Length: 88.6 feet / 27 m
• Beam: 36.08 feet / 11 m
• Draft: 4.75 feet / 1.45 m
• Electric power: 110 v and 220v AC / DC. 110v and 220v AC/ DC.
• Speed: 11 knots
• Crew: 7 + 1 naturalist bilingual guide
• Cabins: 9 double cabins twin low beds and matrimonial with private bath and shower with hot water
• Other facilities: Dinning room, bar, living room, library, sundeck, platform for observation, first aid equipment.