AQUANAUT CRUISE LINE Galapagos Islands TROPIC SUN Passenger Capacity: 48 Built: Rebuilt 1993, renovated 1998 Length: 155 ft. Beam: 33 ft. Draft: 10 ft.

• Itinerary: There are three, four and seven-night cruises of the Galapagos from Baltra, year-round.
• Cabins: 24. There are 18 cabins with twin beds that will configure to king and 4 cabins with 2-4 twin beds. With triple or quad occupancy, 48 passengers can be accommodated. All cabins are outside with a large window, are air-conditioned, and have a private bath with shower.
• Facilities and Activities: The vessel was originally built as a research vessel. It is used now for soft adventure, scuba and snorkeling. There is a swim/dive platform. Guided nature hikes and snorkeling. There is a bus trip to the Itabaca Channel and the highlands. Snorkeling equipment can be rented. More scuba diving can be arranged for extra days.
• Recent Fares Reported to Us:  $600 per person for three nights, $800 for four nights and $1,400 for seven nights. Suites $1,500, $2,000, and $3,500. Upper/lower berths $450, $600, and $1,050. Sometimes in April, May, July, and August there are selected cruises at $100 per person per night. Charters are frequently booked for groups. Galapagos National Park entrance fee $100.

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