CATAMARAN TIP TOP V
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Built in 2019, the Tip Top V luxury catamaran offers fantastic cruises in the Galapagos Islands for only 16 people. On the main deck there are 2 double double cabins and 2 twin cabins. On the upper deck there are 2 double cabins and 4 single cabins. Each beautifully decorated cabin has ample storage space, safe, hairdryer, individually controlled air conditioning, and private bathroom. All cabins have ocean views; the cabins on the upper deck have a private balcony.
Main deck social areas include the large 20-seat outdoor dining area, indoor lounge, and comfortable lounge. The upper deck has an outdoor terrace, lounge and bar, perfect for sipping a cocktail while enjoying the sunset and the breathtaking view. It also has comfortable loungers and a hot tub to relax in between activities.
The Tip Top V catamaran has 2 options of 7-night itineraries that can also be combined to offer the best experience in Galapagos. Option 1 visits the islands of Santiago, Fernandina, Isabela and Santa Cruz. Option 2 explores Santa Cruz, Floreana, Española, and Genovesa. Any of the itineraries guarantees you to get up close and personal with the wildlife of the Galapagos Islands. The multilingual guide on board will explain everything to see in this incredible landscape.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION:
Length: 112 feet
Beam: 43 feet
Draft: 5 feet
Cruising speed: 12 knots
SAFETY & COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM
· (2) 36 nautical mile range Furuno Navnet Radar/Chart Plotter,
· (2) Furuno Eco sounder, GPS, Furuno NX300 Navtex, Furuno SC33-Satellite Fluxgate compass, Icom M802 HF-MF/DSC Radio,
· (2) Icom M424G VHF/DSC radios, ACR2846 Epirb, (2) ACR2914 Sart,
· (2) ACR2828 VHF bi-directional rescue radios, Furuno FA170 Class A AIS, Ritchie Magnetic Compass, hydraulic helm, barometer, clock, thermometer, helm indicator, searchlight, horn, fire & smoke detector system.
· (2) Viking inflatable life rafts for 25 passengers each one,
· (30) life jackets, twin 17 feet Caribe Nautica Inflatable boats with 25 HP four-stroke outboard motors for 12 passengers each one. All safety equipment complies with International Coast Guard regulations.
MECHANIC EQUIPMENT:
Twin Baudouin 6W126 Marine Diesel Engines 350 HP. Twin 65 KW Baudouin 4W105S Marine Diesel Generators. Water Separator, Raritan Marine Sanitation Device sewage treatment system. Westfalia Separator Mineral oil Systems. WMSQ-2500 Reverse Osmosis desalination system.
CABINS:
- 16 passengers accommodated in 10 cabins:
- Each cabin has:
- Private bathroom (toilet, shower, washbasin and vanity)
- Locker and drawers
- Hair dryer
- Safety box
- Air conditioned
Cockpit Deck:
Oservation & Sun deck (735 square feet)
Crew:
- 8 members:
- Captain
- Bilingual naturalist guide
- Engineer
- International cook
- Barman & waitress
- Two sailors
DECK PLANS:
MAIN DECK
Main Deck: (2)
cabins with one king size bed (6.5’ x 6.5’)
cabins 1 & 2 (210 square feet each cabin)
Main Deck: (2)
cabins with two single beds (3.15’ x 6.5’)
Cabins 3 to 6 (210 square feet each cabin)
Social Areas (main deck):
Dinning room for 20 people (435 square feet)
Salon room (310 square feet)
Comfortable Lounge

CABINS:
ITINERARY:
8 DAYS - ITINERARY 1 ( WEST) | |
FRI | AM: Baltra Airport: Arrival and Transfer to the boat |
PM: Santa Cruz: Mosquera Islet (HK) | |
SAT | AM: Santiago: Sullivan Bay (HK/SN) |
PM: Rabida (HK/SN) | |
SUN | AM: Fernandina: Espinosa Point (HK) |
PM: Isabela: Elizabeth Bay (HK) | |
MON | AM: Isabela: Urbina Bay (HK/SN) |
PM: Isabela: Tagus Cove (HK) | |
TUE | AM: Santiago: Egas Port (HK/SN) |
PM: Bartolome (HK/SN) | |
WED | AM: Chinese Hat (HK/SN) |
PM: Santa Cruz: Dragon Hill (HK/SN) | |
THU | AM: Santa Cruz: Highlands (HK) |
PM: Santa Cruz: Breeding Center Fausto Llerena (HK) | |
FRI | AM: North Seymour (HK/SN) |
Baltra: Transfer to the Airport | |
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY OPTION 1 |
8 DAYS - ITINERARY 2 (EAST) | |
FRI | AM: Baltra Airport: Arrival and Transfer to the boat |
PM: Santa Cruz: Bachas Beach (HK) | |
SAT | AM: Genovesa: Darwin Bay (HK/SN) |
PM: Genovesa: Prince Phillip Steps (HK/SN) | |
SUN | AM: South Plazas (HK) |
PM: Santa Fe (HK) | |
MON | AM: Santa Cruz: Highlands (HK) |
PM: Santa Cruz: Interpretation Center Fausto Llerena (HK) | |
TUE | AM: Floreana: Post Office By / Baroness Lookout (HK/ SN) |
PM: Floreana: Cormorant Point / Champion Islet (SN/HK) | |
WED | AM: Española: Suarez Point (HK) |
PM: Española: Gardner Bay / Osborn Islet (HK/SN) | |
THU | AM: San Cristobal: Kicker Rock / Witch Hill (HK/SN/PR) |
PM: San Cristobal: interpretation center (HK) | |
FRI | AM: Santa Cruz: Black Turtle Cove (SN/PR) |
Baltra: Transfer to the Airport | |
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY OPTION 2 |
SN | SNORKELING |
PR | PANGA RIDE |
HK | HIKING |
RATES:
2022 TIP TOP V PRICES PER PERSON | ||||||
4 DAYS | 5 DAYS | 8 DAYS | ||||
TYPE CABIN | DBL | SGL | DBL | SGL | DBL | SGL |
MAIN DECK CABINS 1 & 2 | $6.510 USD | $8.120 USD | $11,280 USD | |||
MAIN DECK CABINS 3 & 4 | $3.255 USD | $4.700 USD | $4.060 USD | $5.990 USD | $5.640 USD | $8.510 USD |
UPPER DECK CABINS 5 & 6 | $7.240 USD | $9.095 USD | $12.550 USD | |||
UPPER DECK CABINS 7 - 10 | $3.620 USD | $5285 USD | $4.545 USD | $6.765 USD | $6.275 USD | $9.530 USD |
FAMILY ROOM - 3 PAX | $8.740 USD | $10.995 USD | $15.295 USD | |||
FAMILY ROOM - 4 PAX | $10.365 USD | $12.985 USD | $18.220 USD | |||
TIP-TOP V : MAIN DECK: 2 DBL CABINS WITH ONE KING SIZE BED: 1-2 & 2 DBL CABINS WITH TWO LOWER BEDS: 3-4 | ||||||
TIP-TOP V : 2 DBL CABINS WITH ONE KING SIZE BED: 5-6 & 4 DBL CABINS WITH TWO LOWER BEDS: 7-8-9-10 |
**NOTE: Due to international fuel surges, we have been forced to apply the fuel surcharge of $125 per passenger. It is important to mention that this will only apply to reservations made from today on cruises where promotional and last-minute rates apply.**
RATES INCLUDED | NOT INCLUDED: |
ALL MEALS DURING THE CRUISE | ROUNDTRIP AIRFARE FROM / TO GALÁPAGOS |
TRANSFERS ON THE ISLANDS ON THE DAYS OF OPERATION | SOFT AND ALCOHOLIC DRINKS |
VISITS AND EXCURSIONS ACCORDING TO THE ITINERARY | GALAPAGOS NATIONAL PARK ENTRANCE FEE (US $ 100) |
ENGLISH SPEAKING NATURALIST GUIDE | INGALA CONTROL CARD (US $ 20) |
SNORKELING EQUIPMENT | TIPS AND PERSONAL EXPENSES |
WET SUIT EQUIPMENT |