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Beluga
Beluga

The Beluga is a spacious and comfortable yacht with loads of deck space, and a bright and modern interior. The sundeck is the perfect spot to watch a spectacular Galapagos sunset!

Length: 110'
Beam: 23'
# of passengers: 16
# of cabins: 8
Types of beds: Two lower; 1 double; or lower + upper beds
Air-conditioned: Yes
Baths: Private with hot & cold fresh water
Crew members: 8
Naturalist guides: 1
Airport in Galapagos: Baltra
Special Features: 5 day, Mon-Fri sailings are on request. Require overland transfer from Baltra airport to Pto. Ayora. (not included). 2-4 dives possible on 8 day sailings only. See below for details.
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M/Y Beluga Itinerary- 5 day version

M/Y Beluga Itinerary: 5 Days--Monday to Friday

  • Monday:  Arrival Baltra Airport. Overland transfer to Pto Ayora.Visit Charles Darwin Research Station
  • Tuesday:  Isabela-Pta Moreno.  Isabela-Elizabeth Bay
  • Wednesday:  Isabela-Urbina Bay.  Fernandina-Pta Espinoza  
  • Thursday:  Santiago-Pto Egas.  Bartolome Island     
  • Friday:  Santa Cruz-Turtle Cove. Departure Baltra Airport

2008 Rates per person/based on double cabin: 

  • Cabins 1 thru 5 & 8:  $1990
  • Cabins 6 & 7:  $1925
  • Note only 6 spaces are offered each week for this short itinerary

Other M/Y Beluga Itinerary options:  Friday to Friday/8 day itinerary.  Please see Friday departures in our boat index for details.

Peak Season: During holiday season, only full 8 day itineraries are offered

Children’s Policy:

  • 11 years and younger 40% discount off the adult fare.
  • One discount allowed per adult fare paid
  • Minimum age is 7, unless boat is chartered and special permission obtained.

Share Policy:  Single travelers may request “same-sex share cabin” basis and pay the listed per person/double rate. No surcharge will be applied if a room-mate is not found. Single cabins may be limited, or blacked out for heavy travel dates.

Single Policy:  Add 50% to applicable share basis/cabin rate

Diving:  Available on 8 day cruises departing on Mondays. For experienced certified divers only who would like to include a few dives during their Galapagos cruise. Dive excursions are offered through a local diving company for up to four dives per 8 day itinerary. Two dives are near to Santa Cruz Islan, requiring a minimum of two divers at $200 per per person. Two dives are also located near Floreana Island, requiring a minimum of four divers at $200 per person. Includes complete diving equipment (wetsuit, belt, weights, regulator, BCD, masks, snorkel, fins, tanks, etc), drinks, snacks, and transportation to and from the Beluga.

Payments on board:  Cash or travelers checks only accepted. A tab is run during the trip, payment handled on the last day.

Galapagos National Park Tax: A park fee of $100 per person will be charged to all passengers. Children under 12 years by $50.

Migration Control Card: A $10 per person fee is charged to all passengers. This card is issued when you depart for Galapagos, and you will need to show it prior to your return flight to the mainland.

Airline tickets:  You will need to consider airline tickets from Quito (or Guayaquil) to Galapagos and return. These flights are automatically reserved with your tour reservation. Low season rates are valid between May 1 to June 14, and Sep 15 to Oct 31.

  • Quito departures:  High Season $425; Low Season $370
  • Guayaquil departures:  High Season $375; Low Season $330
  • Children under 12 discount:  approximately 50%

For additional boat photos and details, visit M/Y Beluga

Special Note:
All itineraries in the Galapagos are subject to approval by the National Park Service, and are subject to change at any time with-out notice. Adjustments in the itineraries may be made without prior notice because of changes in National Park policies, weather conditions, or season. All changes are made to ensure the safety of the passengers and the conservation of the islands.
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How to design a fabulous Galapagos Adventure:
  1. Consult our Galapagos Islands Boat & Tour Index to select the style of travel that suits you best. Click on the boat/hotel name for photos, a complete itinerary, boat specs and travel details.
  2. Choose a hotel & some of our great sightseeing offerings from the Galapagos Islands-Hotel & Tour Add-ons.
  3. Add together your selected Galapagos boat/hotel to your choice of tours plus any extra hotel nights. Remember, these activities are just a sampling of some of our shorter tours. For more ideas and longer itineraries, visit our Ecuador Destination Profile & Ecuador Trip Index.
  4. Contact Latin American Escapes for advice and to make all the arrangements. You can reach us via e-mail at travel@latinamericanescapes.com, or call 1-800-510-5999.

More information on the islands can be found on our Galapagos Destination Profile page. You can also view details of the Galapagos Visitor Sites, and Galapagos National Park Rules. And don't miss our Galapagos, and Galapagos Underwater slide shows!



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Latin America Escapes, Inc.
Latin American Escapes, Inc.
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