Galapagos Islands Last-Minute Cruise
Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
Trip Type: Multi-day Cruises
Duration: Flexible
Are you looking for a last minute cruise to discover the Galapagos Islands Archipelago? This is a great option that will take you around the main islands to discover the beauty of this place.
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Are you looking for a last minute cruise to discover the Galapagos Islands Archipelago? This is a great option that will take you around the main islands to discover the beauty of this place.Galapagos Islands is located in the Pacific Ocean at about 1,000km away from the South American continent. These 19 islands and the surrounding marine reserve have been called a unique ‘living museum and showcase of evolution’.
Located at the confluence of three ocean currents, the Galapagos are a "melting pot" of marine species. Ongoing seismic and volcanic activity reflect the processes that formed the islands. These processes, together with the extreme isolation of the islands, led to the development of unusual animal life such as the land iguana, the giant tortoise and the many types of finch. These animals inspired Charles Darwin’s theory of evolution by natural selection after his visit in 1835.
Cruise:
This tour will give you the option of different service levels to choose from. The economic/class is the lowest. You will have a rather small ship (up to 14 cabins) with Naturalist Guide I (see explanation guides below). Basic 3 meals a day and you might sleep in bunk beds. Snorkel gear and wet suits are not included. The highest service level is a First class or Superior cruise. Everything is well arranged in these boats. The food is amazing, most of the times there is a Jacuzzi on board, wet suits are included and you will have a level III Naturalist Guide (see explanation below).
Naturalist Guide I
A level “I” guide is a native of the islands or has been a resident of the archipelago for many years and has at least a high school diploma. Level I naturalists must have a good level of knowledge about the islands, and must have passed the Level I exam. They will speak English well but may not be fully fluent.
Naturalist Guide II
A level “II” guide has passed the Naturalist Guide Level II course, and must be very knowledgeable about all Galapagos Island issues and areas. This guide will have at least a high school diploma often has a university background in biology, biology related fields, or in tourism. The guide must be fluent in English, French or German.
Naturalist Guide III
This guide must have passed the Naturalist Level II course, which certifies that he/she is extremely knowledgeable about all Galapagos Island areas and issues. This level guide will also have a university degree in biology, biology related fields, or tourism. He/she must be fluent in Spanish, English and either French or German.
All boats are small and vary depending on availability.
Located at the confluence of three ocean currents, the Galapagos are a "melting pot" of marine species. Ongoing seismic and volcanic activity reflect the processes that formed the islands. These processes, together with the extreme isolation of the islands, led to the development of unusual animal life such as the land iguana, the giant tortoise and the many types of finch. These animals inspired Charles Darwin’s theory of evolution by natural selection after his visit in 1835.
Cruise:
This tour will give you the option of different service levels to choose from. The economic/class is the lowest. You will have a rather small ship (up to 14 cabins) with Naturalist Guide I (see explanation guides below). Basic 3 meals a day and you might sleep in bunk beds. Snorkel gear and wet suits are not included. The highest service level is a First class or Superior cruise. Everything is well arranged in these boats. The food is amazing, most of the times there is a Jacuzzi on board, wet suits are included and you will have a level III Naturalist Guide (see explanation below).
Naturalist Guide I
A level “I” guide is a native of the islands or has been a resident of the archipelago for many years and has at least a high school diploma. Level I naturalists must have a good level of knowledge about the islands, and must have passed the Level I exam. They will speak English well but may not be fully fluent.
Naturalist Guide II
A level “II” guide has passed the Naturalist Guide Level II course, and must be very knowledgeable about all Galapagos Island issues and areas. This guide will have at least a high school diploma often has a university background in biology, biology related fields, or in tourism. The guide must be fluent in English, French or German.
Naturalist Guide III
This guide must have passed the Naturalist Level II course, which certifies that he/she is extremely knowledgeable about all Galapagos Island areas and issues. This level guide will also have a university degree in biology, biology related fields, or tourism. He/she must be fluent in Spanish, English and either French or German.
All boats are small and vary depending on availability.
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