Calipso
Calipso: A 16-passenger diving yacht for exploring the islands
Days: 8, 5 & 4 | From: $2,445/per person
The recently refurbished 16-passenger Calipso is a comfortable and adventurous way to enjoy the islands. The boat features a spacious lounge, dining area, dive deck, sundeck with a Jacuzzi. Itineraries are split between a standard Galapagos island itinerary and one that includes diving (for those with previous diving experience). Excursions are led by a bilingual naturalist guide and include snorkeling, hiking, and diving (for the diving itineraries).
- Regular departures throughout the year
- Available for private charter
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Vessel Information
Accommodations
The Calipso has six upper deck cabins, two main deck cabins, and two lower deck cabins.
Upper Deck:
Cabins 1, 2, 4 & 6 - 120 sq. ft.
Cabin 3 & 5- 130 sq. ft.
Main Deck:
Cabins 7 & 8 - 140 sq. ft.
Lower Deck:
Cabins 9 & 10 - 120 sq. ft.
All cabins have private bathrooms, individual climate controls and ample storage space for clothing and luggage.
Yacht Specifications
Construction: 1991 (remodeled in 2019)
Type: Power Motor Yacht
Length: 115 feet (35 meters)
Beam: 24 feet (7.3 meters)
Capacity: 16 passengers
Cruising speed: 12 knots
Crew: 10 members + 1 Guide
Itineraries & Pricing
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
Bartholomew / Chinese Hat
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
Bartholomew / Chinese Hat
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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Displayed itineraries are just summaries. Our travel specialists will help you select the best cruise based on your interests, timing and budget.
Pricing
Trip length: 8, 5, and 4 day itineraries
Max number of passengers: 16, in 10 cabins
Prices 2021:
Included: All meals, guides & activities, water, coffee and tea, use of snorkeling equipment
Not included: Park fees (about $120 per person), Galapagos airfare (about $530 per person), gratuities, soft drinks, alchoholic drinks, wetsuit rentals, diving equipment (for dive cruises)
4 day cruise: $2,445 per person
5 day cruise: $5,845 per person
Children 11 years and under receive a 20% discount (1 child per 2 adults)
Single Supplement: 50%
Christmas and New Year Supplement: 35%
Charters: from $33,450 (4 days), $51,450 (5 days), $83,450 (8 days)
Why Travel with Vaya?
We're TRUE specialists
South America is the only place we do trips, and no one knows our destinations better. Our smart and engaging specialists are all current or former U.S. expatriates with years of experience in the region.
Uplifting service
From the first phone call to after you get back, we're here for you every step of the way. We listen, create, customize and advocate for you, and design experiences that go beyond the expected.
Thoughtful, respectful travel
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