Nemo II Galapagos Catamaran (Comfortable)
Comfortable-class catamaran with 4, 5 and 8-day routes across the archipelago
- Comfortable category catamaran
- Six itineraries of 4, 5 or 8 days
- Snorkel equipment included
- All meals from day 1 lunch
- Certified bilingual naturalist guide
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Duration4 to 8 days
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DepartureBaltra Airport, Galapagos
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Departure days4-day A: Sundays · 4-day B: Thursdays · 5-day A: Wednesdays (midday start) · 5-day B: Sundays · 8-day A and 8-day B: Sundays
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LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Tour overview
The Nemo II is a Comfortable-class catamaran and one of the easiest ways into the Galapagos: short 4-day tasters, 5-day routes and full 8-day loops, all with a certified bilingual naturalist guide on every landing.
Two directions to pick from. The northern option runs Bachas Beach, Genovesa’s Darwin Bay and El Barranco, Sullivan Bay and Rabida. The southern option takes in North Seymour, Kicker Rock and Lobos Island, Floreana’s Champion Islet and Post Office Bay, and Espanola’s Gardner Bay and Suarez Point. The 8-day versions combine them, adding Isabela’s Elizabeth Bay, Urbina Bay and Tagus Cove and Fernandina’s Espinoza Point.
Snorkel equipment, all meals from lunch on day one and unlimited water, tea, coffee and snacks are in the rate. Wetsuits are available on board for a small daily fee.
Booked direct with Ecosportour, an Ecuadorian operator, so the cruise, your Galapagos flight and your mainland nights sit in a single itinerary.
Itinerary
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Day 1 · Sun: Baltra and Bachas Beach
Arrival at Baltra and boarding the Nemo II. Guided excursion to Bachas Beach on Santa Cruz.
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Day 2 · Mon: Genovesa: Darwin Bay and El Barranco
A full day on Genovesa Island with visits to Darwin Bay and El Barranco.
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Day 3 · Tue: Santiago: Sullivan Bay and Rabida
Guided visits to Sullivan Bay on Santiago Island and to Rabida Island.
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Day 4 · Wed: Santa Cruz Highlands and departure
Excursion to the Santa Cruz Highlands, then transfer to Baltra.
What's included
Included
- Meals from lunch on day 1 until breakfast on the final day
- Accommodation with private bathroom
- Excursions as listed in the itinerary with a certified bilingual naturalist guide (English/Spanish)
- Snorkel equipment
- Unlimited purified water, tea, coffee and snacks
Not included
- Galapagos National Park entrance fee: $200 per person
- Galapagos transit control card: $20 per person (subject to change)
- International flights and the Quito/Guayaquil - Galapagos - Quito/Guayaquil flight
- Airport transfers in Quito or Guayaquil
- Wetsuit rental: $5 per person per day
- Christmas and New Year surcharge: 10%
- Alcoholic drinks and sodas (there is a bar on board)
- Tips for guides and crew
- Any other personal expenses
Good to know
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Which route should I choose on the Nemo II?
The A routes head north and west: Bachas Beach, Genovesa, Sullivan Bay, Rabida and, on the 8-day version, Isabela and Fernandina. The B routes head south: North Seymour, Kicker Rock, Floreana and Espanola. The 8-day itineraries cover both.
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Is snorkel gear included, and what about a wetsuit?
Snorkel equipment is included in the rate. Wetsuits are rented on board at $5 per person per day.
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What do I pay on arrival in Galapagos?
The Galapagos National Park entrance fee of $200 per person and the transit control card of $20 per person, which is subject to change. Neither is part of the cruise rate.
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Are flights to the islands included?
No. International flights, the Quito or Guayaquil - Galapagos - Quito or Guayaquil flight and mainland airport transfers are all excluded. We can book the Galapagos flight for you.
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Does the 5-day route really start at midday?
Yes. The 5-day A itinerary begins at midday on Wednesday at Baltra and goes straight to the Charles Darwin Station on Santa Cruz, so plan a morning flight from the mainland.
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Are there discounts for children or extra costs at Christmas?
Children under 12 receive a 20% discount. Solo travellers pay an 80% single supplement, and a 10% surcharge applies over Christmas and New Year.
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