| Date | 18/10/22 to 25/10/22 |
|---|---|
| Duration | 7 nights |
| Boat | Aqua |
| Destination | Galapagos |
| Departure | Baltra |
| Arrival | Baltra |
Description
Boat
Aqua is a motor yacht with expert diving instructors/naturalist guides will accompany you on your journey to discovering the unique Galapagos Islands. It was originally built back in 1998 and it was completely renovated during 2010 - 2012, 2015, and again in 2019. It It measuring 26 meters in length and 5.5 meters in width, cruises at 9 knots per hour. It is the ideal boat for divers and adventure lovers of all ages!
Aqua has cozy social areas that will complement a comfortable and adventurous stay with indoor dining area, bar and conference area with TV, DVD, chart games, library of books and DVDs, shaded outside lounge.
On the upper deck, there are 2 relaxation area : at the front and back of the boat. The front sundeck is completely open, equipped with chaise longues. And at the back of upper deck, the is an outdoor shaded lounge with cushioned benches, tables and drinking water supply.
Aqua diving platform offers space for all guests’ dive equipment, camera table, cleaning tanks with fresh water, and space for drying suits. It has 50 Aluminium scuba tanks, 2 compressor and 2 zodiacs with Yamaha engines for diving. Additionally, there is a bath on the platform and two showers with warm water.
Cabin
Aqua has 9 guest cabins, it can accommodate up to 16 guests per trip:
All cabins have ensuite bathroom, A/C, closets, reading lamps, smoke alarm and alarm system, electricity outlets, amenities and towels.
4 Deluxe Cabins (#5 - #8) :
Located on the upper deck, size 10m2, each cabin comes with two single bunk beds, seaview windows.
1 Deluxe Cabins (#9) :
Located on the upper deck, size 10m2, this cabin comes with one double bed, seaview windows.
1 Deluxe Cabins (#4) :
Located on the main deck, size 10m2, this cabin comes with one double bed, seaview windows.
3 Standard Cabins (#1 - 3) :
Located on the lower deck, size 10m2, each cabin comes with one double bed and one single bed in bunk style, portholes.
Diving
- 3 dives per day + alternating additional sunset/night dives.
- Usually 8D/7N diving trip will offer 18 - 20 dives in total.
- 1 Check dive will be provided on the embarkation day.
- Only 1 - 2 dives will be provided on the last diving day.
- All diving will provide experienced guide to lead the dive.
- Divers must have AOW level with at least 50 logged dives.
- Personal marine rescue GPS will be provided to divers for free.
- Diving beacon and surface marker tube will be provided to divers.
Other information
- Nitrox：Available with an additional cost
- 15L Tanks：Limited available with an additional cost
- Technical Dive Available: Not available at the moment
- REBREATHER Dive：Not available at the moment
- Dive Equipment Rental：Available with an additional cost
- Dive insurance：Divers must have valid dive insurance
- Wi-Fi Internet ：Not available at the moment
- Laundry Service：Not available at the moment
- Massage Service：Not available at the moment
- Payment on board：By cash (USD) or credit cards.
- Crew Number：8, include 2 dive guides
Cabins & prices
| Name | Price |
|---|---|
| Lower Deck | $4,450.00 |
| $4,650.00 |
Included
- Transfers from airport and/or hotel to the yacht
- VAT and local taxes
- Full-board meal plan (including snacks)
- Complimentary beverages (water, tea, coffee)
- Diving activity (incl. tanks, weights, weight belts)
- Dive guide service
- Nitrox fills
- Naturalist guide
- Land excursions and activities throughout the trip
- Boat accident insurance
- Cabin towels and complimentary toiletries
- Cabin cleaning service
Not included
- Domestic flights in destination country
- Marine park fees & Port fees
- Fuel surcharge
- Alcoholic beverage
- Soft drinks
- Dive equipment rentals
- Larger tank (15 L)
- Dive insurance (mandatory requirement)
- Travel insurance (trip cancellation insurance)
- Crew gratuity
More
| Destinations | Galapagos |
|---|---|
| Facilities | Nitrox support, Camera Station, Nautilus GPS |
| Languages spoken | English, Spanish |
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