Tip Top IV Galapagos Cruise (Luxury)

Galapagos flight normally included in the rate
Luxury category yacht
Use of kayaks included
Snorkel equipment included
Routes of 4, 5 and 8 days

Duration
4 to 8 days
Departure
Baltra Airport, Galapagos
Departure days
4-day: Fridays · 5-day: Mondays · 8-day East and 8-day West: Fridays
Languages
English, Spanish

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Tour overview

The Tip Top IV is a Luxury-category yacht with an unusual advantage: its cruise rates generally already include the Quito or Guayaquil – Galapagos – Quito or Guayaquil flight. If you prefer to buy your own air ticket, the rate drops by $350 per person.

Four programmes are available. The 4-day route runs North Seymour, Espanola’s Suarez Point, Gardner Bay and the Osborn and Gardner islets, and San Cristobal’s Pitt Point, Kicker Rock and Witch Hill. The 5-day route covers the Santa Cruz highlands, Santa Fe, South Plaza, Bartolome, Sullivan Bay, Rabida and Chinese Hat. The two 8-day loops add Genovesa or the western coast of Isabela and Fernandina.

Snorkel equipment, the kayaks, all meals from lunch on day one and unlimited water, tea, coffee and snacks are included. A certified bilingual naturalist guide leads every landing.

Booked direct with Ecosportour, an Ecuadorian operator, with one team looking after your flights, transfers and the cruise itself.

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Itinerary

Day 1 · Fri: Arrival in Baltra and North Seymour

Arrival at Baltra Airport and boarding. Guided excursion to North Seymour Island.
Day 2 · Sat: Espanola: Suarez Point and Gardner Bay

A full day on Espanola: Suarez Point, Gardner Bay and the Osborn and Gardner islets.
Day 3 · Sun: San Cristobal: Pitt Point, Kicker Rock and Witch Hill

Guided visits to Pitt Point, Kicker Rock and Witch Hill on San Cristobal Island.
Day 4 · Mon: Baltra Airport

Transfer to Baltra Airport for your flight back to the mainland.

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What's included

Included

Quito/Guayaquil - Galapagos - Quito/Guayaquil flight (generally included in the cruise rate)
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
Use of kayaks
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
Airport transfers in Quito or Guayaquil
Fuel surcharge: $63 (4 days) / $80 (5 days) / $125 (8 days)
Wetsuit rental: shorty $30 (4 days) / $35 (5 days) / $40 (8 days); full wetsuit $35 (4 days) / $40 (5 days) / $50 (8 days)
Surcharge of 20% on special dates (Easter, Christmas and New Year)
Alcoholic drinks and sodas (there is a bar on board)
Tips for guides and crew
Any other personal expenses

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Good to know

Is the flight to Galapagos really included?

Yes. The Tip Top IV generally includes the Quito or Guayaquil - Galapagos - Quito or Guayaquil ticket in its cruise rates. International flights are not included.
What if I already have my own Galapagos flight?

If you buy your own domestic flight, a reduction of $350 per person can be applied to the cruise rate.
What do I still have to pay separately?

The Galapagos National Park entrance fee of $200 per person, the transit control card of $20 per person, the fuel surcharge ($63 for 4 days, $80 for 5 days, $125 for 8 days), international flights, mainland airport transfers, drinks from the bar and tips.
How much is a wetsuit?

A shorty is $30 for 4 days, $35 for 5 days or $40 for 8 days. A full wetsuit is $35 for 4 days, $40 for 5 days or $50 for 8 days. Snorkel equipment itself is already included.
Which 8-day route reaches Isabela and Fernandina?

The 8-day East itinerary heads to Genovesa and then along Isabela: Vicente Roca Point, Espinosa Point, Tagus Cove, Elizabeth Bay, Urbina Bay and Moreno Point, finishing on Floreana. The 8-day West itinerary stays in the central and eastern islands.
Are there discounts for children or surcharges on holidays?

Children aged 12 and under receive a 50% discount. A 20% surcharge applies over Easter, Christmas and New Year.