The Tip Top II Galapagos cruise vessel embarked on its maiden voyage in 2008 and was later updated in 2015 to better suit the needs of its 16 on-board guests. A classically designed catamaran with modern amenities.
This is a great option for family outings, as it has the option of connecting cabins with various combinations of single and double beds. Being a large catamaran, it has great stability, a great plus for those who may struggle with motion sickness.
Day 1 – Baltra Arrival – Mosquera IsletAMBaltra Arrival
Baltra IslandArrival in Baltra airport and transfer to the boat. Briefing onboard about the boat and the island.
PMMosquera Islet
Mosquera IslandThe island consists is a long narrow stretch of white sand, rocks, and tide pools.
Day 2 – Sullivan Bay – Rabida IslandAMSullivan Bay
Santiago Island: Sullivan BayThe lava field has a variety of patterns made by the shapes and textures of trees that once existed there.
PMRabida Island
Rábida IslandA bird-watcher´s delight. Species includes Flycatchers, Galapagos Hawks and Brown Pelicans.
Day 3 – Espinosa Point – Elizabeth BayAMEspinosa Point
Fernandina Island: Espinosa PointA narrow stretch of land where hundreds of marine iguanas gather largely on black lava rocks.
PMElizabeth Bay
Isabela Island: Elizabeth BayAs enter you the bay, hawks can soar overhear and schools of fish can be seen swimming underneath.
Day 4 – Urbina Bay – Tagus CoveAMUrbina Bay
Isabela Island: Urbina BayIts waters are a good place to see turtles and rays. Ashore you´ll find a short trail leading to a coral reef.
PMTagus Cove
Isabela Island: Tagus CoveAn opportunity to see penguins as well as marine iguanas, Sally Lightfoot crabs and sea lions.
Day 5 – Puerto Egas – Bartholomew IslandAMPuerto Egas
Santiago Island: Puerto EgasPuerto Egas, with its black sand beaches, was the site of small salt mining industry in the 1960s.
PMBartholomew Island
Bartholomew IslandBartholomew is home of the Pinnacle Rock, the most famous view in the Galapagos, and a beautiful white-sanded beach.
Day 6 – Sombrero Chino – Dragon HillAMSombrero Chino
Sombrero Chino IslandThe landing is on a beautiful crescent-shaped beach, home to sea lions and Sally Lightfoot crabs.
PMDragon Hill
Santa Cruz Island: Dragon HillA hypersalinic lagoon frequented by flamingos, stilts, pintail ducks and other species of birds.
Day 7 – Highlands – Santa CruzAMHighlands
Santa Cruz Island: HighlandsThe highlands are located in the northern part of the island and can reach elevations up to 1500 mt.
PMSanta Cruz
Interpretation Center Fausto Llerena
Day 8 – North Seymour Island – Baltra DepartureAMNorth Seymour Island
North Seymour IslandExplore the rocky coast, passing colonies of blue-footed boobies and magnificent frigatebirds.
Baltra Departure
Baltra. Transfer to the Airport.
Itinerary Details
Day 1 – Baltra Arrival – Bachas BeachAMBaltra Arrival
Baltra IslandArrival in Baltra airport and transfer to the boat. Briefing onboard about the boat and the island.
PMBachas Beach
Santa Cruz Island: Bachas BeachA swimming beach and one of the few remnants of the U.S. World War II presence in the Galápagos.
Day 2 – Prince Phillip Steps – Darwin BayAMPrince Phillip Steps
Genovesa Island: Prince Phillip´s StepsAn extraordinary, steep path leads through a seabird colony full of life, up to cliffs that are 25m high.
PMDarwin Bay
Genovesa Island: Darwin BayA coral beach where a 750 mt. trail takes you through more seabird colonies.
Day 3 – South Plaza – Santa Fe IslandAMSouth Plaza
South Plaza IslandSouth Plaza has one of the largest populations of land iguanas in the Galapagos.
PMSanta Fe Island
Santa Fe IslandA volcanic uplift that hosts a forest of Opuntia and palo santo. Endemic land iguanas are often seen.
Day 4 – Highlands – Santa CruzAMHighlands
Santa Cruz Island: HighlandsThe highlands are located in the northern part of the island and can reach elevations up to 1500 mt.
PMSanta Cruz
Interpretation Center Fausto Llerena.
Day 5 – Baroness Observatory – Asilo de la Paz – Post Office Bay – Cormoran Point – Champion IsletAMBaroness Observatory
Floreana Island: Barones´s ObservatoryThis site shows a breath-taking view of La Loberia and the inland features of Floreana Island.
Asilo de la Paz
Floreana Island: Asilo de la PazA hill in the agricultural area of the island. The main attractions are of an historic type.
Post Office Bay
Floreana Island: Post Office BayA white-sand beach where in the past sailors used to leave and receive their letters in a barrel.
PMCormoran Point
Floreana Island: Cormorant PointCormorant Point offers a trail overlooking a saltwater lagoon that is a favourite of flamingos.
Champion Islet
Floreana Island: Champion IsletA small island located very near Floreana, snorkeling and diving around Champion can be excellent.
Day 6 – Suarez Point – Gardner Bay – Osborn IsletAMSuarez Point
Española Island: Suárez PointSuarez Point is one of the most outstanding wildlife areas of the archipelago.
PMGardner Bay
Española Island: Gardner BayGardner Bay has a magnificent beach with turquoise waters. The bay is home of a large colony of sea lions.
Osborn Islet
Española Island: Osborn IsletThis small island is a marine visit where you can enjoy fantastic snorkeling and swimming.
Day 7 – Leon Dormido – Cerro Brujo – Pto Baquerizo Moreno – Interpretation CenterAMLeon Dormido
San Cristobal Island: Leon DormidoThis island comprises two rocks which jut out of the ocean and is home to a large colony of sea birds.
Cerro Brujo
San Cristobal Island: Cerro BrujoA beautiful white-sand beach full of pelicans, blue-footed boobies, sea lions and marine iguanas.
PMPto Baquerizo Moreno
San Cristobal Island: Puerto Baquerizo MorenoThis relaxed town overlooking a harbour is the capital of the Galapagos Islands.
Interpretation Center
San Cristobal Island: Interpretation CenterA series of interactive exhibits providing information about the history and biodiversity of the Galapagos.
Day 8 – Black Turtle Cove – Baltra DepartureAMBlack Turtle Cove
Santa Cruz Island: Black Turtle CoveThis shallow inlet is surrounded by mangroves and provides natural protection for a variety of marine life.
Baltra Departure
Baltra. Transfer to the Airport.
Itinerary Details
Day 1 – Baltra Arrival – Bachas BeachAMBaltra Arrival
Baltra IslandArrival in Baltra airport and transfer to the boat. Briefing onboard about the boat and the island.
PMBachas Beach
Santa Cruz Island: Bachas BeachA swimming beach and one of the few remnants of the U.S. World War II presence in the Galápagos.
Day 2 – Santa Fe Island – South PlazaAMSanta Fe Island
Santa Fe IslandA volcanic uplift that hosts a forest of Opuntia and palo santo. Endemic land iguanas are often seen.
PMSouth Plaza
South Plaza IslandSouth Plaza has one of the largest populations of land iguanas in the Galapagos.
Day 3 – Darwin Bay – Prince Phillip StepsAMDarwin Bay
Genovesa Island: Darwin BayA coral beach where a 750 mt. trail takes you through more seabird colonies.
PMPrince Phillip Steps
Genovesa Island: Prince Phillip´s StepsAn extraordinary, steep path leads through a seabird colony full of life, up to cliffs that are 25m high.
Itinerary Details
Day 1 – Baltra Arrival – Interpretation CenterAMBaltra Arrival
Baltra IslandArrival in Baltra airport and transfer to the boat. Briefing onboard about the boat and the island.
PMInterpretation Center
San Cristobal Island: Interpretation CenterA series of interactive exhibits providing information about the history and biodiversity of the Galapagos.
Day 2 – Baroness Observatory – Asilo de la Paz – Post Office Bay – Cormoran Point – Champion IsletAMBaroness Observatory
Floreana Island: Barones´s ObservatoryThis site shows a breath-taking view of La Loberia and the inland features of Floreana Island.
Asilo de la Paz
Floreana Island: Asilo de la PazA hill in the agricultural area of the island. The main attractions are of an historic type.
Post Office Bay
Floreana Island: Post Office BayA white-sand beach where in the past sailors used to leave and receive their letters in a barrel.
PMCormoran Point
Floreana Island: Cormorant PointCormorant Point offers a trail overlooking a saltwater lagoon that is a favourite of flamingos.
Champion Islet
Floreana Island: Champion IsletA small island located very near Floreana, snorkeling and diving around Champion can be excellent.
Day 3 – Suarez Point – Gardner Bay – Osborn IsletAMSuarez Point
Española Island: Suárez PointSuarez Point is one of the most outstanding wildlife areas of the archipelago.
PMGardner Bay
Española Island: Gardner BayGardner Bay has a magnificent beach with turquoise waters. The bay is home of a large colony of sea lions.
Osborn Islet
Española Island: Osborn IsletThis small island is a marine visit where you can enjoy fantastic snorkeling and swimming.
Day 4 – Leon Dormido – Cerro Brujo – San CristobalAMLeon Dormido
San Cristobal Island: Leon DormidoThis island comprises two rocks which jut out of the ocean and is home to a large colony of sea birds.
Cerro Brujo
San Cristobal Island: Cerro BrujoA beautiful white-sand beach full of pelicans, blue-footed boobies, sea lions and marine iguanas.
PMSan Cristobal
David Rodriguez Breeding Center
Day 5 – Black Turtle Cove – Baltra DepartureAMBlack Turtle Cove
Santa Cruz Island: Black Turtle CoveThis shallow inlet is surrounded by mangroves and provides natural protection for a variety of marine life.
Baltra Departure
Baltra. Transfer to the Airport.
Included
– Snorkel equipment – Kayaks – International and Ecuadorian food – Water – Coffee & Herbal tea – Personalized service -Bilingual naturalist guide – Air tickets ( domestic flights) -Visits to the islands according to the itinerary -Transfer between the islands, and Airport -Yacht-Airport
Not Included
– Galapagos National Park entrance fee USD 100. – Transit Control Card USD 20. – Single supplement. – Alcoholic beverages & soft drinks. – Wetsuit rental. – Personal expenses, tipping & travel insurance.
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Technical Specs
Technical Specifications:
Capacity: 16
Contruction Year: 2016
Width: 12.19 mts / 40 ft
Depth: 1.5 mts/ 5 ft
Max speed: 12 Knots
Exterior Material: Fiber glass
Crew: 8 members: Captain, Bilingual naturalist guide, Engineer, International Cook, Barman & waitress and two Sailors
