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Archipell II Catamaran, The Archipell II is a comfortable Galapagos catamaran accommodating 16 passengers in private twin and matrimonial cabins. The catamaran build provides stability for a safe and comfortable Galapagos cruise. All cabins feature large windows, air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and plenty of space to store luggage
Cruise Overview
With a dining room, well-stocked bar, conference area, library, games, and observation platform, the Archipell II combines practical comfort with personalized service. Its itineraries explore highlights such as Santa Cruz, Isabela, Fernandina, Floreana, Española, Genovesa and San Cristobal, offering diverse wildlife encounters and landscapes throughout the Galapagos.
Specification
Technical Specifications
| Construction | 2005 |
| Type | Mid-range Catamaran |
| Length | 88 ft (27 m) |
| Beam | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Capacity | 16 passengers |
| Accommodation | Main Deck: 2 cabins with double beds 6 cabins with twin beds |
| On Board | Dining room, bar, conference area with television, DVD player, board games, library of books and DVDs |
| Main Engines | 2 Cummins engines, 250 HP each |
| Max Speed | 13 knots |
| Crew | 9 crew members + 1 naturalist guide |
Itinerary
Itinerary A
(8 Days – 7 Nights)
| Monday: | Cristobal : AM San Cristobal airport Cristobal : PM Galapaguera |
| Tuesday: | Plazas: AM South Plazas Santa Fe: PM Santa Fe Island |
| Wednesday: | Floreana: AM Asilo de la Paz PM: LoberÃa |
| Thursday: | Santa Cruz: AM Charles Darwin Station PM Highlands |
| Friday: | Isabela: AM Tintoreras PM Wetlands |
| Saturday: | Isabela: AM Moreno Point PM Elizabeth Bay |
| Sunday: | Isabela: AM Caleta Tagus Fernandina: PM Espinoza Point |
| Monday: | Santa Cruz: AM Bachas Beach Baltra: AM Baltra Airport |
Itinerary A4
(4 Days – 3 Nights)
| Monday: | Cristobal : AM San Cristobal airport Cristobal : PM Galapaguera |
| Tuesday: | Plazas: AM South Plazas Santa Fe: PM Santa Fe Island |
| Wednesday: | Floreana: AM Asilo de la Paz PM: LoberÃa |
| Thursday: | Santa Cruz: AM Charles Darwin Station PM Baltra Transfer |
Itinerary A5
(5 Days – 4 Nights)
| Thursday: | Santa Cruz: AM Baltra airport and transfer PM Highlands |
| Friday: | Isabela: AM Tintoreras PM Wetlands |
| Saturday: | Isabela: AM Moreno Point PM Elizabeth Bay |
| Sunday: | Isabela: AM Caleta Tagus Fernandina: PM Espinoza Point |
| Monday: | Santa Cruz: AM Bachas Beach Baltra: AM Baltra Airport |
Itinerary B
(8 Days – 7 Nights)
| Monday: | Baltra: AM Airport Seymour: PM Seymour North |
| Tuesday: | Bartolomé: AM Bartolomé Santiago: PM Sullivan Bay |
| Wednesday: | Isabela: AM Wall of tears Isabela: PM Arnaldo Tupiza Interpretatio Center |
| Thursday: | Santa Cruz: AM Charles Darwin Station Santa Cruz: PM Twin craters |
| Friday: | Floreana: AM Cormorant Point / Champion Floreana: PM Post Office Bay / Mirador de la Baronesa |
| Saturday: | Española: AM Gardner Bay Española: PM Suarez Point |
| Sunday: | San Cristobal: AM Pitt point San Cristobal: PM Cerro Brujo |
| Monday: | San Cristobal: AM Lobos Island San Cristobal: AM San Cristobal airport |
Itinerary B4
(4 Days – 3 Nights)
| Monday: | Baltra: AM Airport Seymour: PM Seymour North |
| Tuesday: | Bartolomé: AM Bartolomé Santiago: PM Sullivan Bay |
| Wednesday: | Isabela: AM Wall of tears Isabela: PM Arnaldo Tupiza Interpretatio Center |
| Thursday: | Santa Cruz: AM Charles Darwin Station Santa Cruz: PM Transfer to the Baltra Airport |
Itinerary B5
(5 Days – 4 Nights)
| Thursday: | Santa Cruz: AM Baltra airport and transfer Santa Cruz: PM HighLands |
| Friday: | Floreana: AM Cormorant Point/ Champions I Floreana: PM Post Office Bay / Baronesa Viewpoint |
| Saturday: | Española: AM Gardner Bay Española: PM Suarez Point |
| Sunday: | San Cristobal: AM Pitt point San Cristobal: PM Cerro Brujo |
| Monday: | San Cristobal: AM Lobos Island San Cristobal: AM San Cristobal airport |
What’s Included?
- Transfers airport/yacht/airport in Galapago
- Airport reception and assistance in Galapagos
- Double or single accommodation
- Guided expeditions according to the itinerary
- Top bilingual National Park guide (English / Spanish)
- Cruise Service Officer
- Activity daily briefing
- All meals and snacks
- Soft drinks and juices
- Captain’s welcome and farewell cocktail
- Supplied expedition gear
What is not included?
- Round trip to Galapagos
- Galapagos National Park Entrance fee ($200 – subject to change)
- Transit Control Card ($20 – subject to change)
- Alcoholic and bottled beverages
- Gratuities for guide and crew
- Travel and health insurance
- Micro SD Card
Deck Plans
