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Archipell I Catamaran, Galapagos Islands Ecuador. The Archipel I is a midrange catamaran offering good service and amenities, and above all an excellent Galapagos itinerary which includes the best of the western islands Isabela and Fernandina.
Cruise Overview
With a spacious sundeck, dining room, lounge, bars, library, and snorkeling and kayaking equipment, the Archipel I combines comfort and adventure. Its itineraries explore highlights such as Santa Cruz, Isabela, Fernandina, Santiago, Genovesa, Española, Floreana, and San Cristobal, accompanied by naturalist-guided excursions.
Specification
Technical Specifications
| Construction | 2005 |
| Type | First Class ECO-Catamaran |
| Length | 26.8 m |
| Beam | 10.8 m |
| Capacity | 16 passengers |
| Accommodation | 8 large, comfortable and spacious double cabins located on the main deck with sea views, private bathrooms, hot water, closets and safes |
| On Board | Comfortable dining room, two bars (interior and exterior), library, air conditioning, TV, DVD, stereo, mobile phone, first aid equipment, ice maker, water purifier and spacious sundeck with chairs for sleeping and relaxing |
| Snorkeling Equipment | Mask, tube and fins included for free use |
| Wetsuits | Available for rent |
| Meals | Buffet service featuring Ecuadorian and European-style cuisine, with vegetarian options. Snacks are served after each visit. |
| Main Engines | 2 Cummins 240 HP motors |
| Max Speed | 10 knots |
| Electricity | 110 / 220 V |
| Crew | 7 crew members + 1 bilingual naturalist guide |
| Safety & Navigation | 24-mile Furuno radar, GPS, satellite navigator, depth finder, HF-VHF, valise satellite radio, depth sounder, cell phone, smoke and fire detectors, ABC fire control system, Zodiacs and life jackets |
| Environmental Program | Recycling program with the Galápagos National Park for organic and inorganic products |
Itinerary
Itinerary A – 8 Days – 7 Nights
| Monday | AM: San Cristobal Airport PM: San Cristobal: Galapaguera |
| Tuesday | AM: South Plazas PM: Santa Fe Island |
| Wednesday | AM: Floreana: Asilo de la Paz PM: Floreana: LoberÃa |
| Thursday | AM: Santa Cruz: Charles Darwin Station PM: Santa Cruz: Highlands |
| Friday | AM: Isabela: Tintoreras PM: Isabela: Wetlands, Breeding Center |
| Saturday | AM: Isabela: Moreno Point PM: Isabela: Elizabeth Bay |
| Sunday | AM: Isabela: Caleta Tagus PM: Fernandina: Espinoza Point |
| Monday | AM: Santa Cruz: Black Turtle Cove PM: Baltra: Baltra Airport |
Itinerary A4 – 4 Days – 3 Nights
| Monday | AM: San Cristobal Airport PM: San Cristobal: Galapaguera |
| Tuesday | AM: South Plazas PM: Santa Fe Island |
| Wednesday | AM: Floreana: Asilo de la Paz PM: Floreana: LoberÃa |
| Thursday | AM: Santa Cruz: Charles Darwin Station PM: Transfer to Baltra Airport |
Itinerary A5 – 5 Days – 4 Nights
| Thursday | AM: Santa Cruz: Baltra Airport and transfer PM: Santa Cruz: Charles Darwin Station |
| Friday | AM: Isabela: Tintoreras PM: Isabela: Wetlands, Breeding Center |
| Saturday | AM: Isabela: Moreno Point PM: Isabela: Elizabeth Bay |
| Sunday | AM: Isabela: Caleta Tagus PM: Fernandina: Espinoza Point |
| Monday | AM: Santa Cruz: Black Turtle Cove PM: Baltra: Baltra Airport |
Itinerary B – 8 Days – 7 Nights
| Monday | AM: Baltra: Airport PM: North Seymour |
| Tuesday | AM: Genovesa: El Barranco PM: Genovesa: Darwin Bay |
| Wednesday | AM: Bartolomé PM: Santiago: Sullivan Bay |
| Thursday | AM: Santa Cruz: Charles Darwin Station PM: Santa Cruz: Twin Craters |
| Friday | AM: Floreana: Cormorant Point / Champion PM: Floreana: Post Office Bay / Mirador de la Baronesa |
| Saturday | AM: Española: Gardner Bay PM: Española: Suarez Point |
| Sunday | AM: San Cristobal: Pitt Point PM: San Cristobal: Cerro Brujo |
| Monday | AM: San Cristobal: Lobos Island PM: San Cristobal Airport |
Itinerary B4 – 4 Days – 3 Nights
| Monday | AM: Baltra: Airport PM: North Seymour |
| Tuesday | AM: Genovesa: El Barranco PM: Genovesa: Darwin Bay |
| Wednesday | AM: Bartolomé PM: Santiago: Sullivan Bay |
| Thursday | AM: Santa Cruz: Charles Darwin Station PM: Transfer to Airport |
Itinerary B5 – 5 Days – 4 Nights
| Thursday | AM: Santa Cruz: Baltra Airport and transfer PM: Santa Cruz: Charles Darwin Station / Twin Craters |
| Friday | AM: Floreana: Cormorant Point / Champion PM: Floreana: Post Office Bay / Mirador de la Baronesa |
| Saturday | AM: Española: Gardner Bay PM: Española: Suarez Point |
| Sunday | AM: San Cristobal: Pitt Point PM: San Cristobal: Cerro Brujo |
| Monday | AM: San Cristobal: Lobos Island PM: 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
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