TIP TOP IV - GALAPAGOS CRUISE
The Tip Top IV is a first-class yacht built in 2006 and fully renovated in 2023. Designed for exclusive cruises in the Galapagos Islands, it offers comfort, style, and personalized service for just 16 guests.
Onboard, there are 9 cabins located across the lower and upper decks. Each cabin is equipped with air conditioning, private bathroom, drawers, closet, safety box, and the option of twin or double beds.
The main deck features a spacious lounge with an entertainment system and dining area. On the upper deck, guests can relax in the outdoor lounge while enjoying panoramic views and the refreshing sea breeze. At the top, the sun deck offers comfortable loungers and shaded areas, perfect for relaxing between excursions.
One of the highlights of Tip Top IV is its combinable itineraries, allowing travelers to explore more of the Galapagos in a single journey. The yacht offers itineraries through both the Eastern and Western islands:
- Eastern Itinerary: visits iconic islands such as San Cristobal, Espanola, Floreana, and Santa Fe. This route is ideal for spotting blue-footed boobies, flamingos, sea lions, and a wide variety of seabirds, as well as snorkeling in clear waters and walking along white-sand beaches and volcanic trails.
- Western Itinerary: includes Isabela, Fernandina, Santiago, and Santa Cruz, where guests can observe penguins, flightless cormorants, marine iguanas, giant tortoises, and dramatic volcanic landscapes. It is perfect for those seeking to experience the wildest side of the Galapagos.
Cruises are available in 3, 4, and 7-night programs, and can be combined for a deeper exploration of the archipelago's unique biodiversity and ecosystems.
CAPACITY
16 PASSENGERS
GUIDE
1 BILINGUAL GUIDE
CABINS
9 CABINS
CREW
8 CREW
WI-FI
SERVICE
WESTERN ROUTE (OPTION 1) - 8 DAYS
Friday
Morning: Arrival at Baltra and transfer to the boat
Afternoon: Santa Cruz Island – Black Turtle Cove (WA)
Saturday
Morning: Genovesa Island – Darwin Bay (SN/PR/KY/WA)
Afternoon: Genovesa Island – Prince Philip Steps (SN/PR/KY/WA)
Sunday
Morning: Santa Cruz Island – Fausto Llerena Breeding Center (WA)
Afternoon: Santa Cruz Island – El Chato Reserve (WA)
Monday
Morning: Isabela Island – Vicente Roca Point (SN/PR)
Afternoon: Fernandina Island – Espinoza Point (SN/WA)
Tuesday
Morning: Isabela Island – Tagus Cove (SN/PR/KY/WA)
Afternoon: Isabela Island – Elizabeth Bay (PR/KY)
Wednesday
Morning: Isabela Island – Urbina Bay (SN/WA)
Afternoon: Isabela Island – Moreno Point (SN/PR/WA)
Thursday
Morning: Floreana Island – Cormorant Point & Champion Islet (SN/PR/WA)
Afternoon: Floreana Island – Post Office Bay – Asilo de la Paz – Baroness Viewpoint (PR/KY/WA)
Friday
Morning: Mosquera Islet (WA)
Transfer from Baltra to the airport
Legend of Activities:
- HK: Hiking
- SN: Snorkeling
- KY: Kayaking
- PR: Panga Ride (small boat ride)
KEY ISLANDS:
- Baltra Island
- Santa Cruz Island
Genovesa Island
Isabela Island
Fernandina Island
Floreana Island
Mosquera Islet
EASTERN ROUTE (OPTION 2) - 8 DAYS
Trip type
Adventure Cruise
Group Size:
Up to 16 guests
Country:
Ecuador - Galapagos Islands.
Duration:
8 Days / 7 nights
Check in:
Check in time at 9:20 am.
Check out:
Check out time at 9:00 am.
KEY ISLANDS:
- San Cristobal
- Santa Cruz Island
- Puerto Ayora
- Charles Darwin Research Station
- Floreana Island
- Kicker Rock
- Gardner Bay
- Santa Fe Island
- Darwin Bay
- Post Office Bay
TIP TOP IV YACHT
MATRIMONIAL CABIN
Tip Top IV offers 4 double cabins on the upper deck (cabins 7 to 10) with two single beds that can be converted into queen beds upon request. Each cabin includes air conditioning, a private bathroom, large windows, and ample storage, ensuring a comfortable stay during your Galapagos cruise.
SUNDECK
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Technical Specifications
- Length: 38.26 m
- Beam: 7.70 m
- Draft: 1.65 m
- Cruising Speed: 12 knots
- Engines: Twin DEUTZ BF8M 1015 MC – 442 HP each
- Generators: Twin 60 kW John Deere Marine
- Desalination System: Reverse osmosis
- Water & Waste: Marine sanitation treatment system
- Capacity: 16 passengers
- Cabins: 9 air-conditioned cabins with private bathroom, safety box, storage, 110V outlets & USB ports
- Crew: 8 + bilingual naturalist guide
Safety & Navigation
- Advanced radar, GPS, radio, and communication systems
- Life rafts for 50 passengers
- 50 life jackets
- 2 inflatable dinghies (16 passengers each)
- All safety equipment meets international standards
Guest Areas
- Indoor dining room and lounge
- Bar area
- Outdoor observation lounge
- Spacious sun deck
SPACIOUS SOCIAL AREAS
DECK PLANS
LOWER DECK
- 5 cabins, each with two single lower beds (cabins 1 to 5)
MAIN DECK
- Spacious lounge with entertainment system
- Dining area
- Bar
UPPER DECK
- 4 cabins, each with two single lower beds (cabins 7 to 10)
- All cabins can be converted to queen size beds upon request
SUN DECK
- Spacious area with comfortable loungers
- Shaded zones for relaxation
- Outdoor observation lounge with panoramic views
INCLUSIONS
- Domestic flights from Quito or Guayaquil.
- Transfers in Galapagos Islands.
- Accommodation with all amenities.
- All meals during the cruise.
- Naturalist Bilingual Guide.
- All visits and excursions according to the itinerary.
- Wetsuits.
- Snorkel Gear (mask, tube and fins)
- Kayaks.
- Shampoo, hair conditioner, and soap for daily use.
- Unlimited purified water, coffee and tea.
- Beach towels.
- Hair dryer in the cabins.
EXCLUSIONS
- Galapagos National Park Entrance fee ($200 per person)
- INGALA control Card ($20 per person)
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expense
- Travel insurance (Highly recommended)
- Additional services not indicated
