LEGEND CRUISE SHIP 4(A) DAY CRUISE - SMART 2022

      Puerto Ayora, Ecuador

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      SMART GALAPAGOS
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      Duration: 4 days
      Group size: 1 - 100
      LEGEND CRUISE SHIP 4(A) DAY CRUISE - SMART 2022
      Puerto Ayora, Ecuador

      SMART GALAPAGOS
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      Duration: 4 days
      Group size: 1 - 100

      About this trip

      LEGEND CRUISE SHIP - LUXURY CATEGORY - 4 DAY TOUR   


      Made in Germany and fully refurbished in 2019, with 4 decks, 17 knots speed and a capacity of 100 passengers, 60 crew members and 7  naturalist multilingual guides, the Legend cruise ship offers a cozy cruising experience and an excellent onboard service. It offers in its interior areas all the amenities a first class traveler can expect: restaurants, bars, lounges, library, fitness center, auditorium and plenty more. All of it, designed with nautical details of teak wood and brass with ample social areas and panoramic windows to make the best out of the islands. Its cabins have a refined decoration so they can be a relaxation sanctuary for our guests. In the open decks, the pool, Jacuzzi, solarium and restaurants are waiting to be enjoyed having a great among of open deck areas to become one with the landscapes


      Among the activities that you will be doing are snorkeling, dinghy rides, kayaking and beautiful hikes on twice-daily excursions ashore to the best visitor sites permitted by the national park. You will always be in the company of an expert naturalist guide. Walks will concentrate on spending quality time learning about the native fauna and flora. We will have enough time to observe, absorb and photograph. 


      Be prepared to be surrounded by unique sceneries and wildlife onboard the Legend!


      *Diving activities are also available upon request!

      *Please check availability with us before booking

      Visiting Points

      Highlands tortoise reserve

      Prince Phillip's Steps

      Darwin Bay

      Dragon Hill 

      Santa Fe

      Bachas Beach

      What’s included

      • Accommodation on board
      • All meals
        All meals included with local and international cuisine
      • Welcome cocktails
        Welcome and farewell cocktails
      • Coffee, tea and water
        24-hour coffee, tea and water station
      • Naturalist guide
        All island visits listed in the itinerary with a multilingual naturalist guide
      • Daily tours
        Two daily excursions to different islands with multilingual naturalist guide
      • Activities on board
        briefings, lectures
      • Snorkeling equipment
      • Transfers
        Transfers to port and dinghy ride to the ship.
      • Shuttle service
        Free shuttle service in connection with GO cruises: Pick up time from hotels to airport: approx. 3 hours before flight, from / to specific hotels in Quito and Guayaquil. Reservation is required.
      • Fuel surcharge

      What’s not included

      • Flights
        Flights to/from Galapagos not included
      • Galapagos entrance fees
        Galapagos National Park fee: $100 per person; Galapagos transit control card: $20 per person
      • Other beverages
        Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages not included.
      • Wetsuits
      • Kayak
        Kayak rental available for $30 per person / transparent kayak rental available for $40 per person
      • Diving
        Scuba diving activity is available for $280 per person for a half day tour with 1-2 immersions and equipment included
      • Personal expenses & tips
        Personal expenses and tips are not included. Suggested daily tips: $20 for crew and $10 for guide
      • Insurance
        Personal/ travel Insurance is mandatory

      Available Packages

      Adult Standard Interior cabin

      Adults sharing a cabin with their travel partner or a designated same gender traveler. 

      Single and double options.

      Area: 13m2/140ft2.


      $1,928
      Deposit: $500
      Adult Standard plus cabin

      Adults sharing a cabin with their travel partner or a designated same gender traveler. 

      Double options, 2 portholes per cabin.

      Area: 11m2/118ft2.

      $2,387
      Deposit: $500
      Adult Junior suite / Junior suite plus

      Adults sharing a cabin with their travel partner or a designated same gender traveler. 

      Double, triple and quadruple options, 2 panoramic windows per cabin.

      Interconnected options available.

      Junior suites area: 15m2/161ft2.

      Junior suites plus area: 20m2/215ft2.

      $2,721
      Deposit: $500
      Adult Balcony suite

      Adults sharing a cabin with their travel partner or a designated same gender traveler. 

      Double and triple options, panoramic windows and private balcony.

      Area: 22m2/237ft2.


      $3,245
      Deposit: $500
      Adult Legend Balcony suite

      Double and triple options, panoramic windows and private balcony.

      Area: 33m2/355ft2.

      $3,769
      Deposit: $500
      Children Standard Interior cabin

      Children under 12 years old sharing a cabin with one full-fare paying guest get a 25% discount.

      Single and double options.

      Area: 13m2/140ft2.

      $1,446
      Deposit: $500
      Children Standard plus cabin

      Children under 12 years old sharing a cabin with one full-fare paying guest get a 25% discount.

      Double options, 2 portholes per cabin.

      Area: 11m2/118ft2.

      $1,790
      Deposit: $500
      Children Junior suite /Junior suite plus

      Children under 12 years old sharing a cabin with one full-fare paying guest get a 25% discount.

      Double and triple options, panoramic windows and private balcony.

      Area: 22m2/237ft2.

      $2,041
      Deposit: $500
      Children Balcony suite

      Children under 12 years old sharing a cabin with one full-fare paying guest get a 25% discount.

      Double and triple options, panoramic windows and private balcony.

      Area: 22m2/237ft2.

      $2,434
      Deposit: $500
      Children Legend Balcony suite

      Children under 12 years old sharing a cabin with one full-fare paying guest get a 25% discount.

      Double and triple options, panoramic windows and private balcony.

      Area: 33m2/355ft2.

      $2,826
      Deposit: $500
      Adult single Standard interior cabin

      Adult traveling alone who prefers not to share a cabin with a designated same gender traveler - 50% supplement.

      Single and double options.

      Area: 13m2/140ft2.

      $2,892
      Deposit: $500
      Adult single Standard plus cabin

      Adult traveling alone who prefers not to share a cabin with a designated same gender traveler - 50% supplement.

      Double options, 2 portholes per cabin.

      Area: 11m2/118ft2.

      $3,581
      Deposit: $500
      Adult single Junior suite/plus

      Adult traveling alone who prefers not to share a cabin with a designated same gender traveler - 50% supplement.

      Double and triple options, panoramic windows and private balcony.

      Area: 22m2/237ft2.

      $4,082
      Deposit: $500
      Adult single balcony suite

      Adult traveling alone who prefers not to share a cabin with a designated same gender traveler - 50% supplement.

      Double and triple options, panoramic windows and private balcony.

      Area: 22m2/237ft2.

      $4,868
      Deposit: $500
      Adult single Legend Balcony suite
      $5,653
      Deposit: $500


      Itinerary

      D1: Santa Cruz Island
      Monday: Baltra Airport and Highlands Tortoise Reserve

      AM–Baltra Airport: Departure from Quito or Guayaquil to Baltra Island (2 1⁄2-hour flight). Arriving in the Galapagos, passengers are picked up at the airport by our natural guides and taken to a ten-minute bus drive to the pier to board the M/V Galapagos Legend.


      PM-Highlands Tortoise Reserve (Santa Cruz Island): Dry landing. In the mountains of Galapagos is possible to admire different kinds of birds, such as tree and ground finches, vermillion flycatchers, paint-billed crakes, yellow warblers, and cattle egrets (usually standing on the tortoises’ shell). The journey to the reserve offers great opportunities to see the contrasts that the island offers in reference to the variety
      of ecosystems. The road goes from the coast through the agricultural zone and straight up to the dense humid forests. Often, Galapagos giant tortoises are also seen on the way, wandering through pastures in the paddocks. This spot is a bird watchers’ haven since almost every land bird present on the island lives or migrates here.

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      Your Organizer


      SG
      SMART GALAPAGOS
      34 reviews
      Smart Galapagos is a local sustainable DMC (Destinations Management Company) specialized in the Galapagos Islands. We've lived in Galapagos and love these islands. We know every spot in the Islands and every hotel and supplier. For every Smart traveler we plant trees, many trees at no additional cost for you! Best price/quality guarantee!

      Reviews

      IS
      I wanted to express my sincere gratitude for the exceptional service you provided during my recent travel planning experience. Your dedication and attention to detail truly made all the difference, and I cannot thank you enough for the wonderful trip you helped arrange. From our initial consultation to the final booking, you exhibited a level of professionalism and expertise that exceeded my expectations. Your extensive knowledge of destinations, accommodations, and travel logistics ensured that every aspect of my trip was seamless and enjoyable. Your recommendations were spot-on, and I appreciated the personalized touch you brought to the planning process. Your responsiveness and willingness to address all my million questions and concerns promptly made me feel valued and well taken care of. It's evident that you are deeply committed to providing exceptional service to your clients, and it certainly did not go unnoticed. Thanks to your efforts, I was able to embark on a memorable journey filled with unforgettable experiences. Whether it was arranging transportation, booking accommodations, or suggesting local restaurants, your expertise guided me every step of the way, allowing me and my husband to relax and truly immerse in the adventure. I wholeheartedly recommend your services to anyone seeking a stress-free and enjoyable travel experience. Your professionalism, attention to detail, and genuine care for your clients set you apart in the industry, and I am incredibly grateful to have had the opportunity to work with you. Once again, thank you for your outstanding service. You have not only earned my trust and loyalty as a client but also my highest recommendation to friends and family seeking travel assistance.
      By Izabella S for T. BELLA x 2 - 9 DAY - GALAPAGOS 360 TOUR "A" - IDEAL - SMART23 on Mar 19, 2024
      We had a great time. Best of all was the personalized treatment, always caring about our well-being and comfort. The tours were awesome, the experience wonderful, food recommendations exceded our expectations and finally, hotel accommodations could be a little better but served its purpose. I fully recommend planning your upcoming trip with Smart Galapagos.
      By ANDRES Z for T. ANDRES Z. x 2 - 5 DAY - CRAZY DARWIN TOUR "A" - ESSENTIAL- SMART23 on Feb 28, 2024
      The best trip of my life! I was hesitant at first as I didn't know where to start with planning my trip or the best places to visit etc. And having never heard of this company I was a bit dubious as the price is so much cheaper than other companies. But it paid off massively and is honestly the best thing I have ever done. Juan Pablo the organizer was incredible from start to finish. He made the whole process so smooth for me, I really didn't have to worry about anything the whole time, he even ensured I received the most beautiful vegetarian meals for the duration of my stay. He even helped when my phone broke on one of the islands and I needed extra assistance/ advice which I was so grateful for. I actually can't believe how much I saw/ did for the price I paid compared to the nearly double the price if not more of most cruise based tours I'd seen. I saw every animal I'd been hoping to, multiple times. There was always someone to pick me up and take me to my destination, they were always on time and super helpful considering I was by myself and couldn't speak any spanish! It really was the trip of a lifetime and I'd recommend this company to anyone, you won't regret it!!
      By Amber F for T. Amber EU x 1 - 8 Day "Galapagos Wisdom" Tour - ESSENTIAL on Jan 29, 2024
      The most amazing/ perfect trip that I ever could have imagined. The staff were incredibly friendly/ welcoming/ helpful. The site and chalet I stayed in were way better than I imagined, the food was gorgeous and freshly cooked for every meal, catering so well for a veggie diet in the middle of nowhere. The guide went out of his way to make everyone's experience there incredible and tailor it to anything you specifically wanted where possible. We saw the river dolphins 6 times in the 4 days, as well as a tonne of other wildlife. It truly was a once in a lifetime experience and I'd recommend it to anyone, the value for money in my opinion was phenomenal.
      By Amber F for 4 DAYS - CUYABENO AMAZON COMFORT TOUR - ENG on Jan 29, 2024
      My family (wife and two grown children) and I just returned from our trip to the Galapagos and I wanted to share our experiences. We booked our trip through Smart Galapagos after inquiring with several other companies. The service that was provided by Juan Pablo once we booked through him was beyond phenomenal! I can honestly say that through this experience I consider Juan Pablo a friend, which I do not say lightly. From the first time I communicated with him, he impressed me with his knowledge, friendliness, attention to detail, passion for the Galapagos and his resourcefulness, however, the most impressive thing of all was his ability to deliver! What separates him from others is that he is genuinely interested in your Galapagos experience and strives to accommodate you at every step of your trip. You can't find a better person to assist you in making your dream trip a reality. This is one of those cases where you can truly believe all of the wonderful things that other customers have written about Juan Pablo and Smart Galapagos, he is absolutely the BEST!!!! Now about our experience: First, the Galapagos is an amazing destination with an abundance of wildlife, activities and very friendly people; we were impressed with their commitment to preserving their unique ecosystem. We did a combination 4-day cruise (4 islands) with a 6-day land (2 islands) tour. I would highly recommend a combination tour because of the diversity of the islands and the fact that you get to see so much. We liked aspects of every island we visited, but there were certainly some that we enjoyed more. Our family particularly enjoyed Isabella (3 nights); you must do the Lava Tunnel tour and if up to it, I highly recommend biking to the Muro de las Lágrimas (Wall of Tears). The actual Wall of Tears is not the attraction, it is the wildlife, specifically the giant tortoises which I saw many of, including a faceoff between two large males; it was incredible. The city of Puerto Villamil is quaint and very enjoyable. We also had a great visit to Isla Floreana while on the cruise and saw flamingos, many sea turtles on the beach resting after nesting, and a great snorkeling experience. Our experience at Kicker Rock (San Cristobal) was not as good as many people report due to poor visibility, but that was simply Mother Nature. As towns go, we really liked Puerto Ayora (Santa Cruz) and I highly recommend Posada del mar Galápagos hotel; the rooms are very cozy, and the staff is incredibly friendly and accommodating. They also have a common room with a kitchen and if you are into cooking, go buy a Red Scorpion Fish at the local fish market and cook a nice meal! I could go on and on about our visits, but the bottom line is that the Galapagos is a great place to visit and we highly recommend that you book through Smart Galapagos!
      By Kevin B for T. BULLOCK x 4 - Custom-Made tour Land & Sea on Jan 07, 2024
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      CM
      Juan Pablo of Smart Galapagos organised a fantastic 8 day Galapagos experience for my group of 4 friends. It could not have been better organised. The hotels were all comfortable with lovely, helpful staff and great views. The restaurants were always the best in town. We saw all the major sights on the three main islands and it all ran like clockwork. He got us great prices and made sure we had a lot of extras. He kept in touch with us constantly, making sure everything was perfect. Thank you, Juan Pablo ! What a great experience ! All ' of us would highly recommend Smart Galapagos.
      By Catherine M on 12 Dec, 2023