Highlights
- Best balance between comfort & price
- Outstanding far reaching itineraries
- Spacious triple cabin available
- Complimentary wetsuit available in several sizes
- Spacious interior & exterior social areas
- Complimentary snorkel equipment
Facilities Grading - 3
Superior accommodation, all standard facilities & amenities, plus spacious cabins & comfortable interior - exterior lounge areas. Cabins may feature bunk beds or lower beds with portholes or windows. Vessel type varies from yachts, sailboats, to catamarans
Services Grading - 3
Bilingual naturalist guide - knowledgeable in flora, fauna & wildlife, guidance level 2 or 3. Bathroom amenities & fresh towels with cleaning service every day. Daily briefings for future scheduled activities. Local &/or International cuisine catering to different diets, on board bar, & usually a crew of 6+ looking after guests needs & comfort.
Itineraries Grading - 4
Extensive & far reaching itineraries, programs usually visit the northwest islands, where long non-stop programs are required. Programs can usually be combined or taken individually with short length programs, these offer popular stops in the south, center, east & northern islands. Activities include the youngest islands in Galapagos with a high incidence of endemic wildlife.
Cabins of the Cachalote Explorer Galapagos Yacht
Each cabin of the Cachalote Explorer Galapagos cruise features private bathrooms with hot showers and all essential amenities and toiletries for your stay. Guests of the Cachalote Explorer Galapagos yacht have plenty of accommodation options. Fit any circumstance, with rooms featuring bunk beds, double beds, and even triple bed accommodation for larger groups and families. Each bed is fitted with high-quality linens, and all cabins have air conditioning systems. Lastly, each room has plenty of storage areas for belongings and a safe for valuables.
Living areas of the Cachalote Explorer Galapagos Yacht
In between excursions, find a cozy corner on the Cachalote Explorer Galapagos cruise to wind down and gather your strength for the next adventure. Among the favorites of the yachtâs social areas is the upper deck solarium with shaded and full sun areas. Both areas provide guests with plenty of comfortable furniture to relax on. This is a wonderful spot to witness the breathtaking panoramic views while sipping on a tropic cocktail.
During the evening after the adventure is complete, settle down in the salon area for a briefing of the following dayâs activities by your trilingual naturalist guide, who speaks English, Spanish, and dutch. The Cachalote explorer bar is stocked with premium spirits, local beers, and fine wines for any beverage you desire. Enjoy a delicious meal that the talented sous chef then provides. Three times daily, you will enjoy an exquisitely prepared dish that will blow you out of the water. Additionally, all throughout the day, you are served delicious Hors d’oeuvres. Coffee and tea are also available 24/7!
Itineraries of the Cachalote Explorer Galapagos Yacht
The Cachalote Explorer Galapagos cruise has some of the best itineraries of all Galapagos cruises, with marvelous 6-8 eight-day adventures. This is the perfect amount of time to intimately explore the islands, reach the hidden gems, witness the breathtaking wildlife settlements and geological features. Moreover, plenty of snorkeling and hiking excursions throughout give affords guests a true insight into the magic of the islands.
Itineraries & Rates 2024
Tower South East Program
1/5 Long Tour- Cabin 8 $4,000
- Cabins 3, 4 & 7 $4,600
- Cabin 1 $4,900
- Cabins 5 & 6 $4,600
- Cabin 2 $4,900
Fernandina West North Program
2/5 Long Tour- Cabin 8 $4,000
- Cabins 3, 4 & 7 $4,600
- Cabin 1 $4,900
- Cabins 5 & 6 $4,600
- Cabin 2 $4,900
Tower 6 South North Program
3/5 Regular Tour- Cabin 8 $3,000
- Cabins 3, 4 & 7 $3,500
- Cabin 1 $3,700
- Cabins 5 & 6 $3,500
- Cabin 2 $3,700
Fernandina 6 West Program
4/5 Regular Tour- Cabin 8 $3,000
- Cabins 3, 4 & 7 $3,500
- Cabin 1 $3,700
- Cabins 5 & 6 $3,500
- Cabin 2 $3,700
Extended 15 Day Program - Fernandina + Tower
5/5 Extended Tour- Cabin 8 $7,980
- Cabins 3, 4 & 7 $9,080
- Cabin 1 $9,480
- Cabins 5 & 6 $9,080
- Cabin 2 $9,480
Dates, Offers & Availability
2024 - 2025
Your options if plans change
We understand these are uncertain times and want to make sure you feel confident about your options if your plans change.
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Credit for Future Tours
If youâre uncertain about when youâll be able to travel in the future, you can convert your existing payments to credit. This way you wonât lose any of your money to potential cancellation fees. Weâll keep your money safe, and youâll be able to book your tour when youâre ready. You can read the full policy around Credit for Future Tours.
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Date Changes
This operator allows date changes to be made within their Credit for Future Tours policy.
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Cancellation
If thereâs no other option than to cancel, weâd like to make sure youâre aware of the potential fees involved. The overview below shows this tourâs cancellation fees depending on how far ahead of the departure date you cancel.
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60 Days
Up to 60 days before departure
You forfeit 10% of the tour cost -
59 Days
Up to 59 days before departure
You forfeit 100% of the tour cost
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Credit for Future Travel
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Cachalote Explorer Inclusions & Exclusions
INCLUSIONS | |
Accommodation, use of onboard facilities | |
All meals, water, coffee & tea | |
All activities as listed | |
Certified bilingual guide | |
Snorkel & wetsuit equipment rental | |
Transfers in galapagos |
EXCLUSIONS | |
Park fee & TC card: $220 | |
Isabela Municipal dock fee $10 | |
Round flight (mainland-galapagos-mainland) | |
Alcoholic & soft drinks | |
Personal expenses, tipping & travel insurance | |
Quito shuttles (hotel-airport-hotel) |
Cachalote Explorer Features, Decks & Notices
First Class Cruising Service 1/4
Main Features
- Mid sized ship for added stability
- Spacious lounge areas
- Far reaching itineraries
- Triple cabin available
- Snorkel & wetsuit included
Children Policies 2/4
Minors Aboard Cruise
- Minimum Age: all ages allowed
- Eligible Age: under 12 years
- Eligible Discount: 30%
- Restriction: not applicable over Xmas & New Years departures
Cruise Information 4/4
Notices & Cruise Details
- Valid through dec-27-19 to dec-31-20
- Single supplement: 50%
- Xmas & new year surcharge: $200 pp
- Accommodation based on 2 guest per cabin
- Inquire your trip advisor for discounts & offers
Itineraries, inclusions & exclusions are subject to change by the Galapagos National Park, or vessel/s management.
Cachalote Explorer General Details
Cabin 8
Lower DeckCabin Information
Cabin 8
2 single bed cabin. With hot/cold water showers, air-conditioned room and en-suite bathroom.- Cabin Numbers:8
- Max occupancy:2
- Bedding:Bunk (2 SGLS)
- Single:Yes
- Bunkbeds:Yes
- Sharing:Allowed
Cabins 3, 4 & 7
Lower DeckCabin Information
Cabins 3, 4 & 7
Bunk with lower double bed, and upper single bed. With hot/cold water showers, air-conditioned rooms, and en-suite bathrooms.- Cabin Numbers:3,4,7
- Max occupancy:2
- Bedding:Bunk (Low DBL, Up SGL)
- Bunkbeds:Yes
- Double:Yes
- Triple:Yes
- Sharing:Allowed
Cabin 1
Upper DeckCabin Information
Cabin 1
1 Bunk, with a lower double bed, and single upper bed. Plus a single separate bed. With hot/cold water showers, air-conditioned rooms, and en-suite bathrooms.- Cabin Numbers:1
- Max occupancy:3
- Bedding:Triple
- Bunkbeds:Yes
- Double:Yes
- Triple:Yes
Cabins 5 & 6
Lower DeckCabin Information
Cabins 5 & 6
1 Queen bed. With hot/cold water showers, air-conditioned room and en-suite bathroom.- Cabin Numbers:5,6
- Max occupancy:2
- Bedding:Double (Queen)
- Double:Yes
- Sharing:Allowed
Cabin 2
Upper DeckCabin Information
Cabin 2
One bunk, with a lower double bed, and upper single bed. With hot/cold water showers, air-conditioned room and en-suite bathroom.- Cabin Numbers:2
- Max occupancy:2
- Bedding:Bunk (Low DBL, Up SGL)
- Bunkbeds:Yes
- Double:Yes
- Triple:Yes
- Sharing:Allowed
Cabin Specifications
- Cabins:8 staterooms
- Single:Yes
- Bunkbeds:Yes
- Twin/double:Yes
- Convertible:-
- Triple:Yes
- Interconnected:-
- Suite:-
- Bedding:Bunk (2 SGLS),Bunk (Low DBL, Up SGL),Triple,Double (Queen)
- Sharing:Yes
Cruise Technical Specifications
- Vessel type:Motor vessel
- Year built:1988
- Length:26.8 m / 88 ft
- Beam:7.31 m / 24 ft
- Max speed:8 knots
- Crew:8 + guide
- Capacity:17 guests
- Engine:1 main Caterpillar Engine
- Decks:4 decks
- Balconies:-
Cruise Facilities
- 16 guests max
- Affordable & good value
- Air conditioned Cabins
- Cabin large windows
- Convertible Cabins
- Free alcoholic drinks
- Great Itineraries
- Green Practices
- Interconnected cabins
- Jacuzzi
- Kayaks
- Library
- Multimedia System
- Onboard Wifi
- Private balcony
- Same gender guarantee
- Satellite Phone
- Single cabin
- Snorkeling equipment
- Spa Services
- Spacious Social Areas
- Suite cabins
- Triple Cabin
- Wetsuits Service
Cruise Surcharges
Children Aboard Cruise
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- Restriction:-
Expenses Aboard
- Bar:-
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- Wetsuit rental:-
- Souvenirs:-
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