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Follow the herds of the Great Migration through some of Africa's most iconic safari destinations [...]
Days: 8, 5 & 4 | From: $2,863/per person
The Tip Top II is part of the family of Tip Top vessels (including the Tip Top IV and the Tip Top V). Two are catamarans and one is a yacht. The Tip Top II is a first class catamaran and includes 10 cabins for up to 16 people. Onboard social areas include a bar, sun deck, dining room, and lounge. All excursions are done in the company of a bilingual naturalist guide. Activities available on the Tip Top II include hiking, snorkeling, and kayaking.
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We tailor itineraries to your dates and interests, adjusting hotels, excursions and length as desired.
We consistently receive 5 star reviews from our discerning clients.
Construction: built in 2008 (redesigned in 2016) Type: First Class Catamaran Length: 104 feet Beam: 40 feet Draft: 5 feet Speed: 12 knots Engines: Twin Detroit Diesel MTU 350 HP main engines
There are 6 Main Deck cabins. Two cabins are with one full-size bed (cabins 1 & 2) and the other four are with two twin beds (cabins 3 to 6).
There are 4 Upper Deck cabins. Two are with two twin beds (cabins 7 & 8) and two are with one king size bed (cabins 9 & 10). The 4 Upper Deck Cabins feature a private balcony.
All cabins have a private bathroom, individual climate controls, and ample storage space for clothing and luggage.
Friday Arrive to Baltra / Mosquera Islet
Saturday Sullivan Bay (Santiago) / Rabida
Sunday Espinoza Point (Fernandina) / Elizabeth Bay (Isabela)
Monday Isabela: Urbina Bay / Tagus Cove
Tuesday Egas Port (Santiago) / Bartlome
Wednesday Chinese Hat / Dragon Hill (Santa Cruz)
Thursday Santa Cruz: Higlands / Interpretation Center
Friday North Seymour / Return to Mainland
Friday Arrive to Baltra / Bachas Beach (Santa Cruz)
Saturday Genovesa: Prince Philip Steps / Darwin Bay
Sunday South Plaza / Santa Fe
Monday Santa Cruz: Higlands / Interpretation Center
Tuesday Floreana: Post Office Bay / Comorant Point
Wednesday Española: Suarez Point / Gardner Bay
Thursday San Cristobal: Cerro Brujo / Kicker Rock / Interpretation Center
Friday Black Turtle Cove (Santa Cruz) / Return to Mainland
Trip length: 8, 5 & 4 day itineraries
Max number of passengers: 16, in 10 cabins
Prices 2025:
Included: All meals, guides & activities, Galapagos airfare (to/from Quito or Guayaquil), water, coffee and tea, snorkeling equipment, use of kayaks
Not included: Park fees (about $220 per person), alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, gratuities, wetsuits, fuel surcharge (when applicable)
Price in parenthesis is for single occupancy.
8 day cruise
Main Deck (cabins 1 – 2): $5,863 ($8,488) per person
Main Deck (cabins 3 – 6): $6,388 ($9,275) per person
Upper Deck (cabins 7 – 10): $6,913 ($10,693) per person
5 day cruise
Main Deck (cabins 1 – 2): $3,613 ($5,413) per person
Main Deck (cabins 3 – 6): $3,913 ($5,893) per person
Upper Deck (cabins 7 – 10): $4,213 ($6,373) per person
4 day cruise
Main Deck (cabins 1 – 2): $2,863 ($4,213) per person
Main Deck (cabins 3 – 6): $3,088 ($4,573) per person
Upper Deck (cabins 7 – 10): $3,313 ($4,933) per person
Children 13 years and under receive a 30% discount
Charters: from $46,087 (4 days), $58,507 (5 days), $95,767 (8 days)
Find out why our discerning travelers consistently rate us with 5-stars.