Galapagos Cruises

M/V Evolution description

The splendid yacht M/V Evolution began cruising the Galapagos Islands in 2005. The M/V Evolution looks as yachts did in the 1920's, with the modern elegance of today. The M/V Evolution preserves the smaller boat atmosphere while maintaining a classic attention to detail. With features such as an al-fresco dining area for all 32 passengers, and a library/video room, this yacht is the only way to cruise the Galapagos Islands. Additionally, the yacht has such amenities as a small hot pool & bar, sunning deck, outside social/observation under a canopied roof deck & bar, air renewal system, boutique and infirmary with a MD on board at all times.

Ship Info

210 feet / 64 meters
Beam 29 feet / 8.9 meters
Draft 10.5 feet / 3.2 meters
Engines Caterpillar 3512 T1TA 1300hp
Generators Northern Lights 150 KVA
Builder Kanasashi Shipyard
Speed 10 / 12 knots
Accomodations 16 Cabins for up to 32 passengers with private facilities
2 Suites on the boat deck
8 Cabins on the main deck
6 Cabins on the lower deck
Crew 18 plus up to 2 naturalists guides & 1 tour leader
Comfort Equipment Air Renewal System, Air conditioning throughout, TC / CD / VHS, 2 sundecks, 2 bars, library, saloon, boutique, infirmary with MD on board, small pool, reception area, al fresco and inside dining, snorkeling equipment, Kayaks, Scuba.
Communication Equipment SAT Phone / UHF / VHF Radios
Electricity 110 volts

M/V Evolution Itinerary 8 days / 7 nights

Naturalist, Active and Family Cruise Itinerary

Day 1: Saturday

Morning: Arrival to San Cristobal Island
Afternoon: San Cristobal: Cerro Brujo and Kicker Rock

Day 2: Sunday

Morning: Hood (Española) Island: Punta Suarez
Afternoon: Hood: Gardner Bay

Day 3: Monday

Morning: Santa Cruz (Indefatigable) Island: Highlands
Afternoon: Santa Cruz: Charles Darwin Research Station

Day 4: Tuesday

Morning: Santiago (San Salvador, James) Island: James Bay
Afternoon: Bartolome (Bartholomew) Island: Pinnacle Rock & Overlook

Day 5: Wednesday

Morning: Tower (Genovesa) Island: Prince Phillip's Steps
Afternoon: Tower: Darwin Bay

Day 6: Thursday

Morning: Fernandina (Narborough) Island: Punta Espinosa
Afternoon: Isabela (Albemarle) Island: Tagus Cove

Day 7: Friday

Morning: North Seymour Island
Afternoon: Santa Cruz Island: Black Turtle Cove

Day 8: Saturday

Early Morning: San Cristobal: Interpretation Centre
Late Morning: Depart for Mainland Ecuador.

* Please contact us to request a detailed itinerary of this trip.

IMPORTANT NOTE ON ITINERARIES: The cruise itineraries are subject to change without prior notice for various factors including, but not limited to: safety, weather, mechanical breakdown, unforeseen emergencies, and the discretion of the Captain, Guide, Dive Master, the cruise company and the Galapagos National Park.

Prices per person

PRICES INCLUDE:

- Accomodation in dbl share cabin
- All meals on board
- Excursions to the islands with a naturalist bilingual guide english and spanish

PRICES DON'T INCLUDE:

- USD $ 410,00 * Air tickets to and from the Galapagos Islands
- USD $ 100,00 Galapagos National Park Entrance Fee
- USD $ 10,00 Inmigration Card
- Alcoholic or extra drinks on board, tips and personal expenses
- Snorkelling equipment (available for rental on board)

*Fuel surcharge (cost depends on length and date of cruise and on cruiseship)

Flight Information

Quito to Guayaquil AEROGAL Flight 2K36 ETD 9:09AM ETA 10:30AM

Guayaquil to San Cristobal AEROGAL Flight 2K34 ETD 10:30AM ETA 11:15AM

San Cristobal to Guayaquil: AEROGAL Flight 2K37 ETD 12:15PM ETA 15:00PM

Guayaquil to Quito: AEROGAL Flight 2K37 ETD 15:00PM ETA 16:30PM

One checked suitcase (maximum 44 lbs.) and one carry-on are allowed per passenger. Because flight schedules and arrival departure port are always subject to change, please inform your clients to check with our office in Ecuador upon arrival to verify the correct flight times and to reconfirm their flight. If they arrive late at night, they should check at the hotel for a message from EcuadorToursOnline.com regarding any possible change to the schedule shown here. We suggest you avoid making international connections the same day as the flight may be delayed or changed to an alternate flight.

HIGH SEASON AIRFARE:

DATES: JANUARY 1-30 APRIL, JUNE 15 –14 SEP, NOV 1-31 DEC

QUITO/GALAPAGOS/ QUITO $ 395.00
QUITO/ GALAPAGOS/ GUAYAQUIL $ 373.00
GUAYAQUIL/ GALAPAGOS/ GUAYAQUIL $ 348.00
GUAYAQUIL/ GALAPAGOS/ QUITO $ 370.00

LOW SEASON AIRFARE:

DATES: MAY 1 – 14 JUNE, SEPTEMBER 15 – 31 OCTOBER

QUITO/GALAPAGOS/ QUITO $ 339.00
QUITO/ GALAPAGOS/ GUAYAQUIL $ 323.00
GUAYAQUIL/ GALAPAGOS/ GUAYAQUIL $ 302.00
GUAYAQUIL/ GALAPAGOS/ QUITO $ 325.00