Also known as “the enchanted islands”, Galapagos is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and is the most unique living museum of evolutionary changes with a variety of exotic species endemic to the Archipelago. The Charles Darwin Research Station has been revolutionary in supporting the continuing work of scientists from all over the world and in developing our understanding of life on earth. The animals you see are so different from anywhere else in the world and are seemingly undaunted by human presence. Maintaining the ecological balance on the island is imperative and achieved with no outside species having being introduced. The animal life includes the giant Galapagos tortoise, a variety of birds and marine mammals such as iguanas, sea lions, dolphins, whales and a great range of fish. The range of flora includes mangroves and endemic cacti on the island of Santa Cruz, and on other islands you will find enormous variations in flora, from the cacti of the dry areas on the smaller, flat islands to rainforest and ferns in the more mountainous and volcanic areas.
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5 or 8 Days Tour Cost
4 NIGHT / 5 DAY: STANDARD SUITE
AUD$2824 pp t/s SRS on request 7 NIGHT / 8 DAY: STANDARD SUITE
AUD$4772 pp t/s SRS on request Peak season supplements apply. 50% deposit required with reservation.
Embarkation dates
2012: 20 Jan,, 03/17 Feb, 02/30 Mar, 27 Apr, 11 May, 08 Jun, 20 Jul, 17 Aug, 14 Sep, 12 Oct, 09/23 Nov, 07 Dec
Sailing: Fridays The Galapagos Journey I is one of the most beautiful yachts in the Galapagos. Built in 2006 and designed for travellers seeking exclusiveness and uniqueness. She accommodates 16 passengers in 8 cabins, each with outside views and a private bathroom. Scientific discussions and lectures are provided by naturalist guides. Zodiac excursions as permitted by weather, etc. are included. Includes: Accommodation in Standard cabin, all meals while on board, fuel surcharge, National Park entrance fee, Transit Control Card, transfers as listed, portage, excursions as listed. Not included: flights and airport taxes, personal expenses, drinks, tipping |
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5 Days Tour Cost
AUD$1685 pp t/s
AUD$479 SRS Guaranteed departure dates
2011: 09/25 Nov, 09 Dec
2012: 20 Jan, 03/17 Feb, 02/30 Mar, 27 Apr, 11 May, 08 Jun, 20 Jul, 08 Aug, 14 Sep, 12 Oct, 09/23 Nov, 07 Dec
Departures Guaranteed with min. 2 persons. If you wish to experience what can be described as the ‘weirdest place on earth’, then the Galapagos Islands is the place for you. Everything is different here, the wildlife, the vegetation, the lava tunnels, volcanic craters; you’ll find blue-footed boobies, frigate birds, sea-lions, giant tortoise and iguanas. There are beautiful sandy beaches, so you could find time to swim, snorkel or explore the islands. We offer two options: Island Hopping with accommodation on one island and full day excursions, or the luxury Galapagos Journey cruise. Includes: Local transfers, 4 nights hotel accommodation, meals and excursions as indicated, Transit Control Card, National Park entry fee. Not included: International flights, flights to/from Balotra, departure/exit taxes, personal expenses, tips, travel insurance. |
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