THE BEST OF ECUADOR AND PERU FOR BEARS

Join this private, all-gay bear group in an all-inclusive journey of the magical Galápagos Islands that includes a 5-day / 4-night cruise with 8 excursions in 5 different islands of the archipelago.

THE SHIP

First Class yacht “Angel” was built in 2023 in the Netherlands and is the newest and most luxurious ship our bear groups have ever sailed in! This vessel was designed with the elegance of classic Europe, is equipped with hydraulic stabilizers for smooth navigation, and features amenities that provide a comfortable and luxurious sailing experience at sea.

Our ship is chartered exclusively for our group. With two large suites and six convertible cabins, the accommodations can comfortably accommodate 16 men of all sizes and ages.

While onboard, all meals are included, as well as snacks after excursions and water/coffee/tea. Onboard facilities include indoor and outdoor dining, bars, lounging areas, and a sundeck with loungers and a hot tub to relax in after the daily excursions. The use of snorkeling and excursion gear is included. And with free onboard WiFi service you can share your day-to-day adventures with the world in real time!

For a video tour of our ship, click HERE.

THE CABINS

• Upper Deck: 2 Suite cabins (196 ft2 / 18 m2) with king bed and TV. Upgrade surcharge applies.

• Main Deck: 6 Double cabins (#1 and #2: 143 ft2 / 13 m2. #3, #4, #5, #6: 152 ft2 / 14 m2). All these cabins can be configured for 1 king bed or 2 twin beds to suit your preference.

All cabins have air-conditioning, panoramic windows, private bathrooms with hot water, bathrobes, hair dryer and safety box.

THE CREW

Leave your trip in the hands of the 10 crew members and our 2 certified bilingual naturalist guides, who will show you the most outstanding places in the islands and make you live an unforgettable experience.

THE EXCURSIONS*

• Day 1: North Seymour Island.

• Day 2: Santiago Island. AM: Chinese Hat Islet. PM: Sullivan Bay.

• Day 3: Genovesa Island. AM: Darwin Bay. PM: El Barranco.

• Day 4: AM: Egas Port in Santiago Island. PM: Rabida Island.

• Day 5: Santa Cruz Island. AM: Fausto Llerena Breeding Center.

FOOD & BEVERAGE

Your included 3 meals per day onboard are served buffet style. Food allergies and dietary restrictions are fully accommodated.

After each excursion, snacks and refreshments are provided.

Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are available for sale at the bar(s), and you can open a tab and pay with cash or credit card at the end of the cruise.

Filtered water, coffee and tea are available 24/7 for free.

OPTIONAL PRE- AND POST-CRUISE PACKAGES:

You can arrive a couple days early to take advantage of the long Thanksgiving weekend and tour Quito -one of the most beautiful colonial cities in Latin America- before we head to Galapagos, and/or continue your adventure in Peru to visit the iconic sites of Machu Picchu and Cusco. All 4 of these destinations are World Heritage Sites, seeing them in one trip is the opportunity of a lifetime!

PRE-CRUISE: QUITO (optional / 2 days and 2 nights)*

• Day 1: Old Town (Colonial) Quito full-day guided tour.

• Day 2: Mitad del Mundo and Teleferico full-day guided tour.

POST-CRUISE: MACHU PICCHU, CUSCO, LIMA (optional / 3 days and 3 nights)*

• Day 1: Cusco.

• Day 2: Machu Picchu full-day guided tour.

• Day 3: Cusco half-day guided tour.

• Day 4: Lima full-day guided tour.

*All excursions and tours are private (exclusive for our group). Itineraries subject to change.

Thanksgiving Day! Take advantage of the long weekend and arrive 2 days before your cruise starts to visit the beautiful Quito and its surroundings.

Our team will welcome you in Quito’s International Airport and transfer you in private transportation to the hotel.

Full-day city tour

Quito’s Old Town is the largest, least-altered and best preserved historic center in the Americas. The Basilica of the National Vow: know as “La Basilica”, is the most important work of neo- Gothic Ecuadorian architecture and is one of the most representative of the Americas. It is the largest neo-Gothic basilica in the New World. The Church of the Society of Jesus: known as “La Compañía”, is a Jesuit church best-known because of its large central nave, which is profusely decorated with gold leaf, gilded plaster and wood carvings. This is one of the most significant works of Spanish Baroque architecture in South America. It is Quito’s most ornate church and (according to many) the country's most beautiful. La Plaza de la Independencia (or “Plaza Grande”) is the principal square of Quito where the Presidential Palace, City Hall and Cathedral are located. We will finish the city tour around 5pm at Virgin of El Panecillo: A 45-meter-tall stone monument of a madonna which was assembled on a high pedestal on the top of Panecillo hill. Locals claim that she is the only one in the world with wings like an angel. This hill and the virgin can be seen from anywhere in Quito’s Historic Center. 

Full-day tour

We’ll start your visit of Quito with a ride of the Teleferiqo gondola lift to 13,000 ft above sea level, for an incredible view of Quito and the surroundings valleys, volcanos, and ice-capped mountains (weather permitting). 

this gondola lift runs from the edge of the city centre up the Pichincha Volcano. It’s one of the highest aerial lifts in the world, rising from 10,226 to 12,943 ft. The ascent takes about 20 mins. and is rewarded with the most amazing cloud-high views of Quito and the surrounding mountains, volcanoes and sky-capped peaks.
Then we’ll take a 30-minute drive North of Quito for the following visits: Intiñan Museum: this onsite museum located right on top or the Equator Line features interactive exhibits on how the Incas determined the middle of the Earth, plus interesting science experiments such as balancing an egg on a nail and the affects of the Coriolis force on earth.  Pululahua Crater (weather permitting): is one of only two volcanic craters inhabited in the world, and the only one that is farmed. The land here is extremely fertile because it is volcanic soil. The caldera of this extinct volcano is approximately 3 miles wide, one of the largest volcanic craters in the planet. Middle of the World City: The grounds of this “city” contain the Monument to the Equator, which highlights the exact location of the Equator (from which the country takes its name) and commemorates the 18th century Franco-Spanish Geodesic Mission which fixed its approximate location. The complex includes museums, interactive exhibits, shops, and a restaurant where we will have lunch to start this afternoon visit.

If you didn’t choose the pre-cruise package, no worries, our team will welcome you in Quito’s International Airport and transfer you in private transportation to the hotel.

Morning flight from Quito to Baltra Island, Galapagos. After passing through immigration and baggage claim, the group will be met by an Angel Yacht staff member and transferred to the yacht. You will be shown to your cabin where you will have some time to settle in before lunch and a welcome briefing.

In the afternoon: North Seymour excursion

In North Seymour you may see Galapagos sea lions, blue-footed boobies, and magnificent frigate birds which are abundant on this island. North Seymour was formed by a series of submarine lava flows containing layers of sediment that were uplifted by tectonic activity. The island is characterized by its arid vegetation zone.

 In the morning: Chinese Hat Islet

This small islet is located near the southeast coast of Santiago Island. Its name comes from the distinct shape of the islet’s summit. Chinese Islet is a great location to view many geological formations such as lava tunnels and lava flows. Some of the lava flows were formed underwater and subsequently raised above sea level. The presence of coral heads on the lava flow indicates this phenomenon.

In the afternoon: Sullivan Bay

You will visit Sullivan Bay located on the southeast part of Santiago. This place is interesting for its geology because the area is covered by lava flows. This place has elevations in the form of small volcanoes formed by the lava flows.

In the morning: Darwin Bay

Visit the white-sand coral beach of Darwin Bay which includes a half mile trail (0,75km) that winds through mangroves filled with

land birds. Nazca boobies, red-footed boobies, and swallow-tailed gulls, which can easily be spotted here. Further down the path

we’ll find tidal pools where sea lions swim playfully. At the end is a spectacular view of a cliff.

In the afternoon: El Barranco

El Barranco, also known as Prince Phillip’s Steps, is a steep, rocky path that leads up a high cliff rock face. A marvelous view can

be appreciated from here. This site is also home to Palo Santo vegetation as well as red-footed boobies, short-eared owls,

Galapagos storm petrels, and Galapagos doves.

In the morning: Egas Port

Egas Port, also known as James Bay, on Santiago Island is home to the curious Galapagos hawks and quick-footed Galapagos

lava lizards. The trail leads to the coastline with gorgeous tide pools and grottos full of fauna. Here the Galapagos furseals bathe in

the sun. This is also a great snorkeling site.

In the afternoon: Rabida

You will visit Rabida Island (or Jervis) which is one of the most colorful and volcanically varied islands in the archipelago as well as a

great snorkeling site. We will start on Rabida’s famous maroon/red sand beach, and after an easy hike, you will arrive to a stunning

lookout to enjoy the amazing landscapes. The island is a birdwatcher’s delight. Some species are abundant such as a few varieties

of finches, Galapagos vermilion flycatchers, Galapagos hawks and brown pelicans.

In the morning: Fausto Llerena Breeding Center

You will visit “Fausto Llerena” Tortoise Breeding Center in Puerto Ayora, where giant tortoises are bred in captivity. This is home to tortoises ranging from 3-inches (new hatchlings) to 4-feet long adults. Subspecies of the giant tortoises interact with one another, and many of the older tortoises are accustomed to humans stretching out their heads for a photo opportunity. The babies are kept

until they are about four years-old and strong enough to survive on their own.

Afterwards: flight to Quito

After this final visit, you will be transferred to the Baltra airport in time for your flight back to Quito’s airport in the mainland, where you will take your flight back home.

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If you chose our post-cruise package, you will spend a night at a Quito Airport hotel (included) and fly to Peru the next morning.

If you’re opting for the Peru add-on, a hotel shuttle will take us to a 5-star airport hotel, where we will spend the night before we fly to Lima the next morning.

In the company and guidance of your Tour Leader, you will be transferred to Quito’s airport 3 hours before departure time for your international flight to Lima (not included) . Upon arrival to Lima’s International Airport, our local team will guide you to the Domestic terminal for your flight to Cusco (included). Private transfer from the airport to our 5-star boutique hotel in Cusco.

Transfer to local restaurant Cicciolina for lunch, to enjoy some of Peru’s famous gastronomy (included). 

Afternoon and night at leisure to acclimatize and prepare for tomorrow’s early day to visit Machu Picchu.

Full-day visit of Machu Picchu

We will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco at the scheduled time and go to train station. The Vistadome comfortable train ride from there to the station at Aguas Calientes is packed full of spectacular vistas. On our arrival, we will take a bus that will drop us at the admission fee to the citadel of Machu Picchu itself. Unearthed for modernity by Hiram Bingham more than a century ago, Machu Picchu is considered one of the seven wonders of the world. Its architectural beauty, spectacular natural setting, and the energy that radiates from its enigmatic buildings will take your breath away. We will follow in the footsteps of the ancient Incas as we take a tour of the magical citadel led by one of our resident local guides. Afterwards we will enjoy a delicious lunch at Tinkuy Restaurant. Finally, we will return to Aguas Calientes train station and catch the Vistadome train back to Poroy train station in Cusco.

Upon arrival at Poroy rail station, you will be greeted by our representative who will give you the transfer to hotel in Cusco. Free night to enjoy the town and the famous Peruvian gastronomy.

Half-day city tour

We will visit the Fortress of Sacsayhuaman a colossal structure built with huge carved rocks jointed with absolute accuracy. This astounding sample of the Incan military architecture is, undoubtedly, the greatest architectonic work of Tahuantinsuyo. Afterward, visit the Qoricancha (which means room of gold in Quechua), a temple dedicated to the Sun god. Legend has it that its inner walls were once completely lined with gold. Finally, will head to Cusco Cathedral. We will take a guided tour to discover the mysteries of it and admire its lovely atria and priceless 17th and 18th century paintings of the Cusco school. 

At the agreed time, we will transfer you to the chosen restaurant to enjoy a delicious traditional lunch in Cusco at Saqra´da (included).

After lunch, private transfer to Cusco's airport to take flight back to Lima. Night at leisure.

Full-day city tour

We will begin the visit of the city with an exploration of Colonial Lima. First, we will stop off at the Main Square, to explore it on foot and admire the exteriors of the Government Palace, the Cathedral, and the City Hall, all examples of Lima's still-present colonial architectural opulence. We will visit the Cathedral; as walking through its numerous chapels, we'll discover various architectural styles and learn about the religious history of Peru. Our tour continues with the visit to San Francisco Convent built in the 17th century, and its “Catacombs” ancient underground cemetery of Lima. Afterwards, we will head to Larco Museum, an eighteenth-century Viceregal mansion that houses more than 3,000 years of Peru's pre-Columbian history. The museum boasts a supremely fine collection of gold and silver jewelry and worship paraphernalia. The museum also contains a famous collection of erotic ceramic tomb art that gives insights into various aspects of pre-Columbian sexuality. Lunch at Café del Museo (included).

Finally, transfer to Cala Restaurant to enjoy a delicious farewell dinner.

At the appropriate time, the group will be transferred from the restaurant to Lima’s airport to connect with your international flight back home.

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