Galapagos - Ecuador
Midrange
4-8 Days
Included
Easy
14 Passengers
The Nemo 2 Galapagos Cruise is the ultimate adventure for travelers seeking to explore the enchanting islands in style. With 12 comfortable cabins, this vessel can accommodate up to 20 passengers, providing an intimate and personalized experience. Each cabin features private bathrooms, air conditioning, and a cozy atmosphere to ensure maximum comfort throughout your journey. Whether you choose a lower or upper deck cabin, you’ll enjoy stunning views of the ocean and the islands, making this an unforgettable experience.
One of the standout features of the Nemo 2 is the exquisite cuisine served by its talented chef. With a focus on fresh and locally sourced ingredients, every meal is a culinary adventure. From hearty breakfasts to delicious lunches and elegant dinners, every dish is crafted to impress.
The Nemo 2 also offers several areas to lounge and relax during your cruise. The spacious sun deck is the perfect spot to soak up the sun, enjoy a refreshing drink, and take in the breathtaking views of the Galapagos Islands. You can also unwind in the comfortable lounge area, which features a TV, library, and board games for entertainment.
Itineraries
Browse through the different cruise itineraries below by clicking on each one
SUN Baltra – Bachas Beach
MON Genovesa: Darwin Bay- El Barranco
TUE Santiago: Sullivan Bay – Rabida
WED Santa Cruz: Highlands – Baltra
(4 days A4)
Day 1: Arrival at the Baltra airport, where you will be taken to the Bay to board the Nemo II Catamaran. We travel to Bachas Beach, where a lovely swimming beach awaits you, after lunch on the yacht. Also there is a green nesting sea turtle habitat and a lagoon where you might see flamingos or waders.
Day 2: As we make our way to Prince Philip Steps (Barranco), we ascend winding stairs to take in a sweeping view of Genovesa Island. Nazca boobies and petrels have a nesting area at the trail’s end. We proceed to Darwin Bay following lunch. Swallow-tailed gulls and red-footed boobies can be seen while strolling along a coral sand beach, navigating arid lava formations, and crossing creeks. Dinner on the yacht after your return.
Day 3: Start your day early and head to Sullivan Bay, where you can observe rope lava flows and go snorkeling in shallow water. After lunch, go to Rabida Island, which is on a red sand beach, where you can see brown pelicans, large-billed flycatchers, and nine different species of finches. Return to the catamaran for dinner after this activity.
Day 4: Dry landing on Santa Cruz Island after breakfast. Weāll ride a bus to the exclusive “Las Primicias” estate. You have one of the best opportunities to see the Santa Cruz Island giant tortoises in their natural environment thanks to this reserve. You will then be driven to the airport to catch your flight back to the mainland.
THU Santa Cruz: Highlands – Charles Darwin Station
FRI South Plaza – Santa Fe
SAT Bartolome – Chinese Hat
SUN Mosquera Islet – Baltra
(4 days B4)
Day 1: You will be taken to the Nemo Yacht at the Bay after landing at the Baltra airport. Weāll visit Charles Darwin Station after lunch on the yacht to learn about the preservation and conservation of the island and to see the breeding and rearing facility for young Galapagos tortoises as well as adult tortoises kept in captivity. Dinner on the catamaran after your return.
Day 2: Head to South Plazas after breakfast to see one of the island’s largest Land Iguana populations. Additionally, there is a bachelor sea lion shore colony. After having lunch on board, you will continue to Santa Fe. We start off with a panga ride across the azure lagoon, where we can see swimming sea lions. Galapagos Hawks and endemic Land Iguanas are also found here.
Day 3: You will travel to the volcanic islet of Bartolome in the morning, which features some of the Archipelago’s best landscapes and panoramas. Additionally, you can practice snorkeling or unwind on the beach here. We travel to Chinese Hat, a volcanic cone that forms an islet off Santiago’s rocky coast, after lunch. Head back to the catamaran for dinner in the late afternoon.
Day 4: Visit Mosquera Island after breakfast. This tiny islet, which is formed by a geological uplift and is situated between Baltra and North Seymour, has a reef of rocks and coral as well as a large sand beach where you can see a large colony of sea lions and sally light-foot crabs.
WED Baltra – Charles Darwin Station
THU Isabela: Elizabeth Bay – Urbina Bay
FRI Isabela: Tagus Cove – Fernandina: Espinoza Point
SAT Santiago: Espumilla Beach – Buccaneer Cove – Salt Mines – Egas Port
SUN Daphne – Baltra
(5 days A)
Day 1: Departure from the port of Baltra to the island of Santa Cruz. Visit to the Charles Darwin Breeding Center to learn about the conservation of Galapagos endemic species. Bicycle tour through the Galapagos National Park to see the diversity of wildlife, including giant tortoises, iguanas and birds. Overnight on board at anchor in Academy Bay.
Day 2: Excursion to Santiago Island to see the stunning beauty of the coastline, and wildlife including sea lions, seabirds and reptiles. Visit Sullivan Bay beach to walk through an expanse of solidified lava and see signs of volcanic activity. Head back on board at anchor in James Bay.
Day 3: Excursion to Bartholomew Island to see the breathtaking scenery, such as the white sandy beach and the famous Pinnacle Rock. Snorkel in the crystal clear waters to see marine life including sharks, rays and tropical fish. Return to yacht for dinner.
Day 4: Excursion to Fernandina Island to see wildlife, including colonies of sea lions and seabirds. Visit La Cumbre volcano to see the active crater and moonscape. Head back to the yacht for dinner onboard.
Day 5: Excursion to Isabela Island to see wildlife, including giant tortoises, iguanas and birds. Visit Tortuga Bay beach to walk along the white sand beach and see marine life, including sea turtles and tropical fish. Return to Baltra port at the end of the day.
SUN Baltra – Bachas Beach
MON Genovesa: Darwin Bay – El Barranco
TUE Santiago: Sullivan Bay – Rabida
WED Santa Cruz: Highlands – Charles Darwin Station
THU Isabela: Elizabeth Bay – Urbina Bay
FRI Isabela: Tagus Cove – Fernandina: Espinoza Point
SAT Santiago: Espumilla Beach – Buccaneer Cove – Salt Mines – Egas Port
SUN Daphne ā Baltra
(8 days A)
Day 1: Departure from the port of Baltra to the island of Santa Cruz. Visit to the Charles Darwin Breeding Center to learn about the conservation of Galapagos endemic species. Bicycle tour through the Galapagos National Park to see the diversity of wildlife, including giant tortoises, iguanas and birds. Head back onboard for dinner and rest.
Day 2: Excursion to Santiago Island to see the stunning beauty of the coastline, and wildlife including sea lions, seabirds and reptiles. Visit Sullivan Bay beach to walk through an expanse of solidified lava and see signs of volcanic activity. Head back to the yacht for dinner.
Day 3: Excursion to Bartholomew Island to see the breathtaking scenery, such as the white sandy beach and the famous Pinnacle Rock. Snorkel in the crystal clear waters to see marine life including sharks, rays and tropical fish. Return to the yacht.
Day 4: Excursion to Fernandina Island to see wildlife, including colonies of sea lions and seabirds. Visit La Cumbre volcano to see the active crater and moonscape. Overnight on board at anchor in Espumilla Bay.
Day 5: Excursion to Isabela Island to see wildlife, including giant tortoises, iguanas and birds. Visit Tortuga Bay beach to walk along the white sand beach and see marine life, including sea turtles and tropical fish. Head back to the yacht for dinner onboard.
Day 6: Excursion to Floreana Island to see wildlife, including colonies of seabirds, sea turtles and iguanas. Visit Cormorant Beach to see the green sand beach and crystal clear water. Return to the yacht for dinner.
Day 7: Excursion to EspaƱola Island to see wildlife, including albatross colonies, game birds and several species of reptiles. Visit to Gardner Bay beach.
Day 8: After breakfast, make a dry landing on Santa Cruz Island. Thanks to this reserve, you have one of the best chances to see the giant tortoises on Santa Cruz Island in their natural habitat. After that, a driver will take you to the airport so you can catch your flight back to the mainland.
2024 PRICES | |||
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4 Days | 5 Days | 8 Days | |
Standard | US$2,100 | US$2,900 | US$4,500 |
Superior | US$2,200 | US$3,000 | US$4,600 |
Charter | US$2,900 | US$40,000 | US$62,000 |
Vessel type
Catamaran
Year built
1990
Length
72ft ( 22m)
Beam
34ft ( 10m)
Max speed
8 knots
Crew
7 Crew Members: 1 Captain, 1 Helmsman, 1 Deck sailor, 1 Bartender, 1 Cooker, 1 Machinist, 1 Certified bilingual naturalist guide
Capacity
14 passengers
Decks
3
2 Main Deck Cabins (1 & 2)
double matrimonial bed, with small windows
2 Main Deck Cabins (3 & 4)
single bed + double upper bed, with small windows
1 Main Deck Cabin (5)
lower double matrimonial bed + upper single bed, with small windows
2 Main Deck Cabins (6 & 7)
bunk bed, with small windows
Triple Cabins
cabins 3, 4 and 5 can be used as triple cabins
Private bathroom
Air conditioning
Toiletries
Room towels
110v Electricity point in cabin
Lounge Area
Bar
Sundeck