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Calipso

Calipso: A 16-passenger diving yacht for exploring the islands

Days: 8, 5 & 4 | From: $2,845/per person

  • Regular departures throughout the year
  • Available for private charter

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We tailor itineraries to your dates and interests, adjusting hotels, excursions and length as desired.

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Vessel Information

Accommodations

Cabin Information 

  • 2 Main Deck Standard Cabins, 140 sq. ft., matrimonial or twin beds, picture windows
  • 6 Upper Deck Standard Cabins, 120 sq. ft., matrimonial or twin beds, picture windows
  • 2 Lower Deck Standard Cabins, 120 sq. ft., twin beds, porthole windows
  • 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 10 cabins can accommodate up to 16 people. Inquire for more details.

Available Activities (Depending On Itinerary)

  • Hiking
  • Snorkeling
  • Zodiac Rides
  • Kayaking
  • SCUBA diving

Yacht Specifications

  • Construction: 1991 (remodeled in 2019)
  • Type: Power Motor Yacht
  • Length: 115 feet (35 meters)
  • Beam: 24 feet (7.3 meters)
  • Cruising speed: 12 knots
  • Crew: 10 members + 1 Guide

Diving Cruise (8 days, Diving)

Thursday
Arrive to San Cristobal / Lobos Island

Friday
Carrion Point (Santa Cruz) / Northeast Seymour

Saturday
Wolf Island: La Ventana Islet / La Banana / Shark Bay Point / El Derrumbe

Sunday
Darwin Island: Darwin’s Arch / El Arenal

Monday
Darwin’s Arch (Darwin) / La Banana / Shark Bay Point / Anchor Bay (Wolf)

Tuesday
Isabela: Coka Port / Cape Marshall / Vicente Roca Point / Fernandina

Wednesday
Cousins Rock (Santiago) / El Chato/Tortoise Breeding Center (Santa Cruz)

Thursday
Puerto Baquerizo / Return to Mainland

Naturalist Cruise (8 days)

Thursday
Arrive to San Cristobal / Cerro Brujo

Friday
Bartolomé / Egas Port (Santiago Island)

Saturday
Espinosa Point (Fernandina) / Tagus Cove (Isabela)

Sunday
Isabela: Urbina Bay / Moreno Point

Monday
North Seymour / South Plaza

Tuesday
Floreana: Post Office Bay / Cormorant Point

Wednesday
Santa Fe / Tortoise Breeding Center (Santa Cruz)

Thursday
Interpretation Center (San Cristobal) / Return to Mainland

5 Day Itinerary

Thursday
Arrive to San Cristobal / Cerro Brujo

Friday
Bartolomé / Egas Port (Santiago Island)

Saturday
Espinosa Point (Fernandina) / Tagus Cove (Isabela)

Sunday
Isabela: Urbina Bay / Moreno Point

Monday
North Seymour / Return to Mainland

4 Day Itinerary

Monday
Arrive to Baltra / South Plaza

Tuesday
Floreana: Post Office Bay / Cormorant Point

Wednesday
Santa Fe / Tortoise Breeding Center (Santa Cruz)

Thursday
Interpretation Center (San Cristobal) / Return to Mainland

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Pricing

Trip length: 8, 5, and 4 day itineraries

Max number of passengers: 16, in 10 cabins

Prices 2025:

Included: All meals, guides & activities, water, coffee and tea, soft drinks, use of snorkeling equipment, wetsuits, kayaks

Not included: Park fees (about $220 per person), Galapagos airfare (about $600 per person), gratuities,  alcoholic drinks, diving equipment (for dive cruises)

4 day cruise: $2,845 per person

5 day cruise: $4,345 per person

8 day cruise: $6,745 per person

Children 11 years old and under receive a 10% discount (one child discount per adult)

Single Supplement 80%

Christmas & New Year Supplement: please contact us for details

Charters: from $39,450 (4 days), $60,450 (5 days), $91,450 (8 days)

Contact us to learn about more options for designing and customizing your trip.
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