Archipel I
Archipel I: A comfortable 16 passenger catamaran
Days: 8, 5 & 4 | From: $2,250/per person
The Archipel I is a first class power catamaran, offering slightly more stability than a single-hulled vessel. The ship accommodates 16 passengers in 8 cabins, all with private facilities and climate controls. The ship offers good-sized cabins, ample social areas, a lounge bar, library, and sun deck with outdoor bar. All excursions are led by a bilingual naturalist guide.
- Regular departures throughout the year
- Available for private charter
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Vessel Information
Accommodations
- 8 Ocean View Cabins, 107 sq. ft., all located on main deck, 2 have a matrimonial bed and 6 have twin beds (2 twin cabins can be converted to matrimonial).
- All cabins have private bathrooms, individual climate controls and ample storage space for clothing and luggage.
Groups & Charters: This yacht is also available for private charter or for small groups of friends or family. Its 8 cabins can accommodate up to 16 people. Inquire for more details.
Available Activities (Depending On Itinerary)
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- Hiking
- Snorkeling
- Zodiac Rides
- Kayaking
Yacht Specifications
- Construction: completed in 2002
- Type: Mid-range motor catamaran
- Length: 88 ft. / 27 mts.
- Beam: 36 ft. / 11 mts.
- Engines: 2 Cummins, 250 H.P. each
- Speed: 10 knots
- Crew: Captain, Bilingual Naturalist Guide, plus 6 crew members
Itineraries & Pricing
Itinerary A (8 days)
Itinerary A (8 days)
Monday
Arrive to San Cristóbal / Interpretation Center
Tuesday
Santa Fe / South Plaza
Wednesday
North Seymour / Chinese Hat
Thursday
Santa Cruz: Twin Craters & El Chato / Fausto Llerena
Friday
Isabela: Moreno Point / Elizabeth Bay
Saturday
Espinoza Point (Fernandina) / Vicente Roca Point
Sunday
Egas Port (Santiago) / Rábida
Monday
Black Turtle Cove (Santa Cruz) / Return to Mainland
Itinerary B (8 days)
Itinerary B (8 days)
Monday
Arrive to Baltra / Bachas Beach
Tuesday
Genovesa: Prince Philip’s Steps / Darwin Bay
Wednesday
Bartolome / Sullivan Bay (Santiago)
Thursday
Santa Cruz: Twin Craters & El Chato / CC Fausto Llerena
Friday
Floreana: Cormorant Point / Post Office Bay
Saturday
Española: Gardner Bay / Suarez Point
Sunday
San Cristobal: Punta Pitt / Cerro Brujo
Monday
San Cristobal: Lobos Island / Return to Mainland
Itinerary A5 (5 days)
Thursday
Arrive to Baltra / Fausto Llerena
Friday
Isabela: Moreno Point / Urbina Bay
Saturday
Espinoza Point (Fernandina) / Vicente Roca Point (Isabela)
Sunday
Egas Port (Santiago) / Rábida
Monday
Black Turtle Cove (Santa Cruz) / Return to Mainland
Itinerary B5 (5 days)
Itinerary B5 (5 days)
Thursday
Arrive to Baltra / Fausto Llerena
Friday
Floreana: Cormorant Point / Post Office Bay
Saturday
Española: Gardner Bay / Suarez Point
Sunday
San Cristobal: Punta Pitt / Cerro Brujo
Monday
San Cristobal: Lobos Island / Return to Mainland
Itinerary A4 (4 days)
Itinerary A4 (4 days)
Monday
Arrive to San Cristóbal / Interpretation Center
Tuesday
Santa Fe / South Plaza
Wednesday
North Seymour / Chinese Hat
Thursday
Santa Cruz: Twin Craters & El Chato / Return to Mainland
Itinerary B4 (4 days)
Itinerary B4 (4 days)
Monday
Arrive to Baltra / Bachas Beach
Tuesday
Genovesa: Prince Philip’s Steps / Darwin Bay
Wednesday
Bartolome / Sullivan Bay (Santiago)
Thursday
Santa Cruz: Twin Craters & El Chato / Return to Mainland
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The itineraries displayed here are only summaries. Our travel specialists will help you select the best cruise based on your interests, timing, and budget.
Pricing
Trip length: 4 day, 5 day, & 8 day
Max number of passengers: 16, in 8 cabins
Prices 2024:
Included: All meals, guides & activities, water, coffee, tea, snorkeling equipment, kayaks
Not included: Park fees (about $120 per person), Galapagos airfare (about $600 per person), gratuities, wetsuit rentals ($40-80 per person), soft drinks, alcoholic drinks
Ocean View Cabin (prices in parenthesis are for peak season):
4 day cruise: $2,250 ($2,550) per person
5 day cruise: $3,095 ($3,495) per person
8 day cruise: $4,995 ($5,625) per person
Children 11 years and under receive a 20% discount (1 child per 2 adults)
Single Supplement: 80%
Charter (prices in parenthesis are for peak season):
4 day cruise: $36,000 ($40,800)
5 day cruise: $49,520 ($55,920)
8 day cruise: $79,920 ($90,000)
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