Jun 29, 2018

Eco Galaxy Catamaran – Galapagos First Class Cruise

Eco Galaxy Catamaran - First Class Cruise


On board this comfortable and new catamaran, we will present you with a wonderful and unforgettable life time!



You will have the opportunity to enjoy the best that the Galapagos Islands have to offer, with fun days, a great educational experience, a leisurely excursion with lots of adventure; all of this presented to you with our unmatched high quality service, delicious food, knowledgeable and helpful guides and profesional crew.
One of the main characteristics of this catamaran is that was built based on ecological parameters; propose reduce the negative environmental impact of tourism.


TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
  • Type: First class motor catamaran
  • Construction: Guayaquil 2014
  • Length: 27m
  • Beam: 10,50m
  • Draft: 1,15m
  • Capacity: 16 passengers
  • Crew: 8 members + 1 bilinbual guide
  • Crusing speed: 10 - 11 knots
  • Engines: 2 Cummins marine 350
  • Water capacity: 2500 gallons
  • Diesel capacity: 4000 gallons
  • Electric power: 110V and 220V

Alya – Galapagos Luxury Class Cruise

Alya - Luxury Class Cruise


This new Catamaran has 9 comfortable cabins, 8 of them with private balcony, 4 cabins in upper deck and 5 in main deck, all beds can be double or twin.
Private facilities in each cabin: private bathrooms, cold/hot water, air conditioned, hair dryer, telephone for internal communication on board, safe box and high speaker.
Social areas such as library, DVD service, dining room, bar with a variety of drinks and sundeck with bar. Our complete itineraries are developed for the benefit of our passengers, who will have the opportunity to combine hiking, snorkeling, beach and kayaking; our professional guides will introduce you to the most relevant sites on each island.


TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
  • Type: Superior Luxury class motor Catamaran
  • Construction: Guayaquil 2017
  • Lenght: 31,50m
  • Beam: 12,50m
  • Draft: 1,70m
  • Capacity: 16 passengers
  • Crew: 9 members + 1 bilingual guide
  • Crusing speed: 12 knots
  • Engines: 2 Cumming Motors 350 HP
  • Water capacity: 2500 gallons
  • Diesel capacity: 2500 gallons
  • Electric power: 110V and 220V

Galapagos Health Insurance

Galapagos Health Insurance


The Ministry of Tourism announces that health insurance will be a requirement for foreigners coming to Ecuador, since July 22, 2018.
The Ministry of Tourism considers the “health insurance for tourists” is a meaningful action for country’s tourism development due to the benefit it means when choosing Ecuador as a destination and the wellbeing of everyone visiting this wonderful country.
Early news made related to this issue by different media have caused concern within the tourist sector and the citizens. In this regard, this communication is the only official statement from this Ministry regarding this important topic.

Galapagos prevents the entry of yogurt.

Galapagos prevents the entry of yogurt.




In May 11, 2018 the law which prevents the entry of yogurt in Galapagos will be approved, it will apply after 90 days of its publication. This measure seeks to generate alternatives to the livestock sector, encourage local production, boost the domestic economy and strengthen the agricultural sector of the province.
Galapagos has 7 dairy processing plants which main product is yogurt, it represents the 54% of their production; in total they produce 43371 liters of yogurt every month and only 25708 are marketed in stores, hotels, cruises and households.
Exception: Visitors can carry 3 liters of this beverage.