Galapagos cruises - M/C Petrel - Luxury

M/C PETREL

OVERVIEW

The best way to see the Galapagos Islands is, arguably, on board of a luxury cruise, and the in 2015 built Petrel is definitively one of the best options. Guests travel in comfort to the different islands, where they have up-close encounters with blue-footed boobies, iguanas, giant tortoises, whales and more.

The Petrel catamaran offers a true luxury Galapagos cruise and certainly one of the best ways to visit these magical islands. Named after a sea bird common to Galapagos, the Petrel is like its namesake: elegant, swift and silent at sea. A motorized catamaran, the Petrel Galapagos experience will be marked by comfort and stability, the catamaran outfitted with spacious cabins with private balconies, ample social areas, a comfortable lounge, and Jacuzzi.

SOLARIS

On the main Deck: 2 Suites 463ft²  and 2 Double Staterooms 323 ft².

On the upper Deck: 4 Double Staterooms 323 ft² and 1 Single Staterooms 151 ft²

TOUR FACTORS

Difficulty 55%
Adventure 60%
Comfort 70%
Family friendly 90%

ITINERARY EXAMPLE: 4N /5D

Click to see every day in detail

AM: Arrival to the airport Baltra and Excursion to the Highlands of Santa Cruz. On the hike you have the possibility to observe the Galapagos Giant Tortoise in its natural habitat.

Meals: lunch and dinner on board

AM: Cruise to Santiago Island and visit Sullivan Bay which is located on the east coast of Santiago Island. In this scenario we can see the contrast of landscapes of ancient and recent lava eruptions. After exploring the lava flows, you can swim or snorkel with playful sea lions.

PM: Cruise to Bartholomew island with its famous Pinnacle Rock. Enjoy stunning views from the summit of this extinct volcano. In the surrounding landscape you can observe penguins, pioneer plants, lava cactus. There are great possibilities for snorkeling. Under water you can spot penguins, reef sharks, rays, and great colorful fish.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner on board

AM: Cruise to Darwin Bay at Genovesa Island. Observe Nazca Boobies, Red-footed Boobies, and Swallow-tailed Gulls on the white-sand coral beach as well as sea lions in a tidal pool nearby. Again you have the possibility for snorkeling

PM:

Visit to the Prince Phillip’s Steps (also called El Barranco) and enjoy the great views from the cliff-face. The vegetation is mainly Palo Santo and you may spot Red-footed Boobies, Short-eared Lava Owls, Galapagos Swallows, and Galapagos Doves.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner on board

AM: Cruise to Espumilla Beach at Santiago Island. On this beach you can observe marine iguanas and Sally Lightfull Crabs that are hunted by herons. While snorkeling and swimming you can discover octopi, moray eel and shark.

PM: Later on you visit Buccaneer Cove, a former pirates’ haven and now nesting area for sea turtles. Observe marine birds and while snorkeling tropical fish, turtles, sting-rays.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner on board

AM:Cruise to Santa Cruz Island and visit to Carrion Point with a panga and observe sea lions, white- tipped sharks and sea turtles in the beautiful turquoise waters.

After this morning excursion you are transferred to the airport for your flight to the mainland or an optional extension

Meals: Breakfast on board

WHAT'S INCLUDED:

  • All meals throughout cruise
  • Regular soft drinks and juices, Champagne reception
  • Transfers in the islands
  • All excursions
  • Bilingual national park guide
  • Use of snorkeling equipment
  • Kayaks and wetsuit

starting from

$4365 ,- p.p.

in US DOLLAR

*Please contact us for special offers and child discounts. Prices are subject to change.

 

*Price based on double occupancy.

Deck plans of the Petrel Luxury yacht

Alternative Tours

Consider as you reserve:

My own cabin: 

Single supplement fee: 100%

Not Included:

International airfare to and from destination; Galapagos National park entrance fee US$100,- per Person (to be paid in cash at arrival at the airport in Galapagos); Transit Control Card US$20,- per Person (to be paid in cash at the airport in Quito or Guayaquil); meals not described; cost of medical immunizations as needed; trip cancellation insurance or any other travel insurance; cost of optional activities; excess baggage charges; airport taxes (if any); alcoholic beverages or soft drinks; optional gratuities to your guides; items of personal nature.

Travel Insurance:

To protect your travel investment, we highly recommend the purchase of travel insurance. Travel insurance is intended to cover medical expenses, trip interruption and cancellation, theft and other losses incurred while traveling domestically or internationally.

Visa and Entry Requirements

Ecuador requires a valid passport (with a minimum 6 months validity). Contact your local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date visa requirements.