GALAPAGOS CRUISES - SOLARIS
Solaris - FIRST CLASS
OVERVIEW
Arriving to the Galapagos in 2019, the First Class motor yacht Solaris is a fantastic option for everyone! Eleven spacious cabins (up to 26 m² per cabin) offer room for up to three passengers in each and on the main deck there are some cabins that can be used as single cabins without extra charge and of course also have a private bathroom. In total it accommodates 16 passengers.
The yacht was built in Guayaquil until the beginning of 2019 and therefore has all the amenities according to modern standards guaranteeing a comfortable, intimate and very exclusive experience. Enjoy delicious meals at the dining area and relax on the extensive sun deck.
Interesting route combinations are available from 4 to 15 days according to the Galapagos National Park regulations. During all excursions you are accompanied by a knowledgeable bilingual naturalist guide.
It is always a good idea to have an eye on our Galapagos Last-Minute offers!
TOUR FACTORS
ITINERARY EXAMPLE: 4N/5D
Click to see every day in detail
AM: Arrival at San Cristobal Airport, bus ride to the port and motorized panga boat ride to Seaman Journey Catamaran.
PM: Visit to the Interpretation Center and learn about history, geology and conservation on the Galapagos Islands.
Meals: Lunch and dinner on board
AM: Visit to Gardner Bay, an important nesting area for sea turtles. The white sandy beach is perfect for relaxing and swimming. In the water you may observe even sharks. Three different finch species live here: lager-billed cactus finch, small-beaked ground finch and singing finch.
PM: Visit to Suarez Point where you can spot blue-footed boobies, albatrosses and Nazca boobies. There is a blow hole that spurts water high into the air.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner on board
AM: Visit to Cormorant Point with the largest flamingo lagoon in the islands. Observe as well other shore species such as common stilts, white-cheeked pintail ducks, etc. Enjoy the two different beaches: the “green beach” and the “flour sand beach”
PM: Visit to Post Office Bay and Baroness Lookout. Here you can find a barrel that was once used as a post box for the whaling ships. In the north of the island you can enjoy stunning views from the Baroness Lookout over the surrounding landscape, the coastline and the Palo Santo forest.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner on board
AM: You 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: After a dinghy ride in the tranquil bay of Black Turtle Cove, you will be transferred to the airport for your national flight to the continent.
Meals: Breakfast on board
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
- Accommodation on board in a cabin with private bathroom
- All meals throughout cruise
- Water, coffee and tea station
- Transfers in the islands
- All excursions
- English-speaking naturalist guide
- Use of snorkeling equipment
- Towels for bathroom and for beach
starting from
$3415 ,- p.p.
in US DOLLAR
*Please contact us for special offers and child discounts. Prices are subject to change.
*Price based on double occupancy.
Alternative Tours
Consider as you reserve:
My own cabin:
Single supplement fee: No urcharge in Ocean View Single Cabin. 100% surcharge in Ocean View Suite
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); wet-suits for snorkeling (available for rental); 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.
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