AQUA MARE – 4 NIGHT SPECIAL ITINERARY

4-NIGHT SPECIAL ITINERARY OCTOBER 9-13, 2023

AQUA MARE -GALAPAGOS ISLANDS , OCTOBER 9 - 13, 2023

Day 1 Monday

EMBARKATION AT PUERTO AYORA, SANTA CRUZ ISLAND

Upon arrival at the airport, our team will escort you on a cross-island van and ferry transfer, of approximately 1.5 hours, to Puerto Ayora on Santa Cruz Island. On the way, we will stop at Manzanillo Ranch for a delicious lunch. Afterwards,we will walk along the ranch in search of giant Galapagos Tortoises.
Next, we will board Aqua Mare, the Galapagos Islands’ first luxury superyacht.
With our 16-strong crew, you will be treated to a highly personalized experience curated to your every need. Our Cruise Director will tell you more about the yacht, and our guides will speak about the Galapagos National Park. You will also receive a special waterproof bag and an Aqua Expeditions water bottle as a welcome gift.

Day 2 Tuesday

BAHÍA DARWIN AND EL BARRANCO, GENOVESA ISLAND

This morning, we will head to explore Genovesa Island. At Bahía Darwin’s
coralline beach, go hiking among Red-footed and Nazca boobies. After the
visit, we will return to the yacht to get suited up for a mid-day snorkeling session.
The afternoon sees us at El Barranco to view fur seals resting inside rock
crevices. A 1.5 km hike inland takes us to the lava fields to view red-footed
boobies as well as great frigatebirds and Galapagos storm petrels.

Day 3 Wednesday

BARTOLOMÉ ISLAND AND SOMBRERO CHINO

With an early morning anchor at Bartolomé Island, we will embark on a mild
climb up to the summit of a spatter cone for a spectacular view of the island’s iconic Pinnacle Rock. Cool down afterwards with a snorkel with chances to encounter sea turtles and Galapagos penguins.
After a sumptuous lunch, we depart for Sombrero Chino Island, so named
after the small crater that forms the islet. The surrounding crystal-clear waters
provide a great opportunity for snorkeling, stand-up paddle boarding, and
kayaking. Return to the yacht for evening sundowners and a barbecue dinner on the upper deck, with the volcanic island serving as a stunning backdrop to your once-in-a-lifetime adventure.

Day 4 Thursday

SEYMOUR NORTE ISLAND AND CALETA TORTUGA NEGRA OR LAS BACHAS

Your penultimate day in the Archipelago begins with a refreshing breakfast
before heading out to Seymour Norte Island. The island is known for its healthypopulation of land iguanas, swallow-tailed gulls, and great frigate birds. Afteran adventure-filled morning, head back to the yacht for a delicious lunch aboard Aqua Mare.
Next, we’ll set sail to Caleta Tortuga Negra, a mangrove estuary that is home
to sea turtles. On a tender excursion, you will be able to spot green sea turtles
and baby black tip sharks, End this day discovering more of our signature
Ecuadorian cuisine with an Andean twist courtesy of Chef Pedro Miguel
Schiaffino.
In the evening, the Aqua Mare will sail to Las Bachas beach, one of the favorite nesting sites for sea turtles. After a stroll along the beach, you may
encounter some flamingos in the brackish water lagoon.

Day 5 Friday

DISEMBARKATION

The last day begins with a luxurious breakfast set against the morning sunrise.
You will be escorted for your flight back to the mainland and onward journey
home, with all the wonderful memories which we hope you will cherish forever.

RATES

OWNER´S SUITE

USD $16,000
80 SQM (861 SQF) | King bed, study with sofa/twin and
pullman. 1 room available. Up to 4 pax.

CATEGORY II

USD $8,000
26 SQM (280 SQF) | King bed only.
1 double room available. Up to 2 pax.

CATEGORY III

USD $7,250
28 SQM (301 SQF) | Queen bed only.
2 double rooms available. Up to 2 pax.

CATEGORY VI

USD $6,400
22 SQM (237 SQF) | Queen bed or Twin/Triple
1 double and 1 twin/triple room available.
Up to 3 pax/cabin

CATEGORY V

USD$6,000
16 SQM (172 SQF) | Queen bed only.
1 room available. Up to 2 pax.

Rates per person in double occupancy

Inclusions:
• All meals while onboard.
• Selected premium wines and beer, non-alcoholic drinks.
• Laundry.
• Group transfer to/from vessels when traveling on recommended flights.
• All excursions, Galapagos Park entrance fee and INGALA transit card.
• Use of snorkeling equipment, wet suits, kayaks and stand-up paddleboards.
• Internet

Terms & Conditions:
• A deposit of US$ 1,000 per person is required to confirm the booking. For reservations made 90 days or less prior to departure, full
non-refundable payment is required to confirm.
• Final balance is required 90 Days prior to departure.
• For cancellations made 121 days or more before departure: the deposit will be refunded, less a $500 service charge per person.
• For cancellations made 120 to 91 days before departure; all deposits are non-refundable.
• For cancellations made within 90 days of departure: full payment applied as cancelation penalty.