TIP TOP IV
TIP TOP IV GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Tip Top IV has been touring the Galapagos Islands since 2006 and does so following two different itineraries; one of the northern and western islands, and one of the southern and central islands. The Tip top IV has the capacity to accommodate 16 passengers, in addition to her 8 crew members, including a naturalist guide. The Tip top IV has elegant cabins, with single or double beds, there are several social areas in which passengers can relax: the lounge and bar, the dining room and the terrace for sunbathing and shade. If you are looking for comfortable, first-class and affordable accommodation in the Galapagos Islands, look no further than the Tip Top IV.
The Tip top IV offers 4, 5, 8 and 15 day itineraries that visit the fabulous islands of the Northwest, visiting the Genovesa, Isabela and Fernandina islands. It is one of the most complete itineraries to discover the wonders of the Galapagos Islands. The Tip top IV has 10 cabins: 6 cabins on the lower deck. Each cabin measures 12 m² and is equipped with 2 single lower beds (2.00 x 1.00 m each). 4 cabins on the upper deck Each 12 m² cabin is equipped with 2 single lower beds (2.00 x 1.00 m each). The beds can be converted into a Queen Size bed.
TECHNICAL AND SAFETY FEATURES
- Length: 125 feet
- Beam: 25 feet
- Draft: 6 feet
- Cruising speed: 12 knots
- Capacity: 16 passengers
- Cabins:16 passengers accommodated in 10 cabins.
- Each cabin has: Private bathroom (toilet, shower, washbasin and vanity)
- Locker and drawers, Safety box Air conditioned.
SAFETY & COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM
(2) 24 mile range Furuno Navnet Radar/Chart Plotter
(2) Furuno-FCV620 Eco sounder, GPS, Furuno NX300 Navtex, Furuno SC-Satellite Fluxgate compass, Furuno HF-MF/DSC Radio
(2) VHF/DSC Standard radios, ACR Epirb, Sart
(2) ACR VHF bi directional rescue radios, Ritchie Magnetic Compass, hydraulic helm, barometer, clock, thermometer, helm indicator, searchlight, horn, fire & smoke detector system
(2) You Lung inflatable life rafts for 25 passengers each one
(50) life jackets
Twin 19 feet Nautica Inflatable boats with 25 HP four stroke outboard motors for 16 passengers each one.
All safety equipment complies with International Coast Guard regulations.
Mechanic Equipmment:
Twin DEUTZ BF8M 1015 MC 442 HP engines. Twin 55 KW CUMMINS ONAN 6BS.9-D (M) electric generators (M). Village Marine Tec Oil / Water Separator, Tidal Wave HMX HEADHUNTER Marine Sanitation Device sewage treatment system (MSD)TW. Westphalia Separator Mineral oil Systems. WMSQ-2500 Reverse Osmosis desalination system.
DECK PLANS
ITINERARIES:
ITINERARY OPTION 1 - 8 DAYS
FRIDAY
AM: Baltra Arrival and Transfer to the boat
PM: North Seymour (HK/SN/KY)
SATURDAY
AM: Genovesa: Darwin Bay (HK/SN/KY)
PM: Genovesa: Prince Phillip´s Steps (HK/SN)
SUNDAY
AM: Santiago: James bay (HK/SN)
PM: Santiago: Bucaneer's cove (HK/SN/KY)
MONDAY
AM: Isabela: Vicente Roca Point (PR)
PM: Fernandina: Espinosa Point (HK)
TUESDAY
AM: Isabela: Tagus Cove (HK/SN/KY)
PM: Isabela: Elizabeth Bay (PR)
WEDNESDAY
AM: Isabela: Urbina Bay (HK/SN/KY)
PM: Isabela: Moreno Point (HK)
THURSDAY
AM: Floreana: Cormorant Point / Champion islet (HK/SN/PR)
PM: Floreana: Baronesse View Point /Post Office Bay (HK/SN)
FRIDAY
AM: Santa Cruz: Twin Craters (HK)
Baltra: Transfer to the Airport
LEGEND
HK: HIKING
SN: SNORKELING
PR: PANGA RIDE
KY: KAYAK
ITINERARY OPTION 2 - 8 DAYS
FRIDAY
AM: Baltra Arrival and Transfer to the boat
PM: Santa Cruz: Charles Darwin Station (HK)
SATURDAY
AM: Espanola: Suarez Point (HK)
PM: Espanola: Gardner Bay (HK/SN/PR)
SUNDAY
AM: San Cristobal: Pitt Point (HK/SN)
PM: San Cristobal: Kicker Rock / Witch Hill (HK/SN/PR/KY)
MONDAY
AM: Mosquera Island (HK)
PM: Santa Cruz: Black Turtle Cove (PR)
TUESDAY
AM: Chinese hat (HK/SN/KY)
PM: Rabida Island (HK/SN)
WEDNESDAY
AM: Bartolome (HK)
PM: Santiago: Sullivan Bay (HK/SN)
THURSDAY
AM: Santa Fe (HK/SN)
PM: South Plazas (HK)
FRIDAY
AM: Santa Cruz: Bachas Beach (HK)
Baltra: Transfer to the Airport
LEGEND
HK: HIKING
SN: SNORKELING
PR: PANGA RIDE
KY: KAYAK
ITINERARY OPTION 2 - 5 DAYS
MONDAY
AM: Baltra: Arrival and Transfer to the boat
PM: Santa Cruz: Black Turtle Cove (PR)
TUESDAY
AM: Chinese hat (HK/SN/KY)
PM: Rabida Island (HK/SN)
WEDNESDAY
AM: Bartolome (HK)
PM: Santiago: Sullivan Bay (HK/SN)
THURSDAY
AM: Santa Fe (HK/SN)
PM: South Plazas (HK)
FRIDAY
AM: Santa Cruz: Bachas Beach (HK)
Baltra: Transfer to the Airport
LEGEND
HK: HIKING
SN: SNORKELING
PR: PANGA RIDE
KY: KAYAK
ITINERARY OPTION 2 - 4 DAYS
FRIDAY
AM: Baltra Arrival and Transfer to the boat
PM: Santa Cruz: Charles Darwin Station (HK)
SATURDAY
AM: Espanola: Suarez Point (HK)
PM: Espanola: Gardner Bay (HK/SN/PR)
SUNDAY
AM: San Cristobal: Pitt Point (HK/SN)
PM: San Cristobal: Kicker Rock / Witch Hill (HK/SN/PR/KY)
MONDAY
AM: Mosquera Island (HK)
Baltra: Transfer to the Airport
LEGEND
HK: HIKING
SN: SNORKELING
PR: PANGA RIDE
KY: KAYAK
INCLUDE:
- Roundtrip airfare from / to Galapagos
- All meals during the cruise
- Transfers on the islands on the days of operation
- Visits and excursions accordung to the itinerary
- English speaking naturalist guide
- Snorkeling equipment
NOT INCLUDE:
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Soft and alcohilic drinks
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Galapagos National Park Entrance fee ($200 per person)
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INGALA control Card ($20 per person)
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Gratuities and personal expenses
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Wetsuit
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