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DANUBIO AZUL NATURALIST

Danubio Azul Galapagos Cruise — Tourist-Class Comfort & Adventure

Danubio Azul services: The Tourist Class yacht offers comfortable cabins with private bathrooms, air conditioning, and hot and cold water showers, providing a relaxing stay while exploring the Galapagos Islands. On board the Danubio Azul, guests can enjoy delicious national and international cuisine prepared by a professional chef, as well as guided excursions led by a certified naturalist guide who will accompany you during visits to the islands and share valuable information about their unique wildlife and ecosystems.

During the cruise, guests can relax in the outdoor dining area, bar, and sun deck, perfect for enjoying the spectacular landscapes of the Galapagos. The yacht also provides snorkeling equipment and kayaks, allowing travelers to fully experience the marine life and natural beauty of the archipelago.

Exploring the Galapagos Islands is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and doing it aboard the Danubio Azul makes the journey even more memorable.

CAPACITY

16 PASSENGERS

GUIDE

1 NATURALIST GUIDE

CABINS

8 CABINS

CREW

7 CREW

WI-FI

SERVICE

NATURALIST- 8 DAYS

DAY BY DAY

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Trip Type:
Naturalist Cruise

Group Size:
Up to 16 guests

Itinerary:
Northern Islands

Key Activities:
Hiking, snorkeling, panga rides

Duration:
8 Days / 7 Nights

Tour Starts At:
Baltra Island (GPS)

Tour Ends At:
Baltra Island (GPS)

Activity Level:
Moderate activity: hiking, snorkeling, panga rides.

This itinerary explores some of the most remarkable and wildlife-rich islands of the Galápagos Islands, offering a perfect combination of volcanic landscapes, fascinating wildlife, and spectacular marine environments. Traveling aboard the Nemo II Catamaran, each destination reveals a different perspective of the archipelago, creating a diverse and memorable cruise experience.

Highlights

You will visit Santa Cruz Island, where the highlands are home to the famous giant tortoises roaming freely in their natural habitat. The journey continues to Genovesa Island, also known as “Bird Island,” one of the best places in the Galápagos to observe red-footed boobies, frigatebirds, and other seabirds. On Santiago Island, visitors discover impressive lava formations, coastal wildlife, and marine iguanas along the shoreline.

At Rábida Island, the striking red-sand beach and a peaceful lagoon offer opportunities to see flamingos, sea lions, and coastal birds. The itinerary also includes Isabela Island, the largest island in the archipelago, where travelers encounter volcanic landscapes, penguins, marine life, and giant tortoises. Finally, Fernandina Island, the youngest and most pristine island, provides an extraordinary opportunity to observe large colonies of marine iguanas and the unique flightless cormorant in an untouched volcanic environment.

Active Adventures:
Snorkel in crystal-clear waters, kayak through calm bays, hike volcanic trails, and enjoy panga rides to hidden coves and mangrove lagoons while discovering the unique ecosystems of the Galápagos.

Exclusive Experience:
With only 14 guests on board, the Nemo II Catamaran offers a more intimate and personalized cruise experience, with expert naturalist guides and access to spectacular visitor sites throughout the islands.

Why This Itinerary?

This itinerary offers an excellent combination of diverse landscapes, abundant wildlife, and exciting marine activities. By visiting remote locations such as Genovesa and Fernandina, travelers can experience some of the most pristine and biodiverse areas of the archipelago. It is an ideal choice for those seeking a complete and unforgettable exploration of the Galápagos Islands.

KEY ISLAND

Baltra
Santa Cruz
South Plaza
Santa Fe
San Cristobal
Floreana
Isabela
Fernandina
Santiago
Bartolome

DANUBIO AZUL

CABINS WITH TWIN BEDS

The twin cabins on board the Danubio Azul are designed for guests who prefer separate beds, making them ideal for friends or travelers sharing a cabin. Located on the main deck, these cabins feature two single beds, a private bathroom, air conditioning, and hot and cold water showers, providing a comfortable space to relax after daily excursions in the Galapagos Islands.

Cabins Included:
Cabins 5, 6: (twin beds – 1 lower & 1 upper)
Cabins 2,3, single bed

SUN DECK

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Length 24.84 meters
Beam: 5.47 meters
Draft: 1.83 meters / 6 feet
Engines: 500 HP. MWM
Electricity: 110-60HZ

Danubio Azul is a Tourist Class Galapagos yacht the vessel is equipped with the essential technical systems for safe and efficient navigation around the Galapagos Islands, including a reliable 500 HP MWM engine and standard 110V electrical systems for passenger convenience.

Designed to offer a safe, comfortable, and memorable Galapagos cruise experience, the Danubio Azul allows travelers to discover the extraordinary wildlife, volcanic landscapes, and natural beauty of this unique destination.

SOCIAL AREAS

DECK PLANS

Main Deck
Is the social center of the yacht. It includes the dining room and bar, where guests enjoy meals and gather for daily briefings and relaxation. This deck also features two twin cabins for guests. Additional facilities include a small library, the kitchen, and a shaded diving area with access to the dive deck, making it convenient for water activities and excursions.

Lower Deck
Houses three guest cabins with bunk-bed configurations, each featuring one lower double bed and one upper single berth. These cabins have portholes and are accessed by stairs from the main deck. All cabins are equipped with private bathrooms, air conditioning, and hot and cold water showers, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests during the cruise

Upper Deck / Sun Deck
Offers additional accommodation and outdoor relaxation areas. It includes one double cabin with a matrimonial bed and ocean-view windows, as well as two single cabins with windows. This deck also features social spaces such as an al fresco dining area and a sundeck, where guests can relax, enjoy the sea breeze, and admire the panoramic views of the Galapagos Islands

INCLUSIONS

Transfers in Galapagos Islands on the days of the tour.
Accommodation with all amenities.
All meals during the cruise.
Naturalist Bilingual Guide.
All visits and excursions according to the itinerary.
Unlimited purified water, coffee and tea.
Snorkeling Gear (mask, tube and fins)

EXCLUSIONS

Flight tickets Quito - Galapagos - Quito
Galapagos National Park Entrance fee ($200 per person)
INGALA control Card ($20 per person)
Alcoholic and soft drinks
Tips and gratuities
Personal expenses
Wetsuits
Travel insurance (Highly recommended)
Additional services not indicated

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