
Surtrek Tour Operator is proud to present the launch of a new Catamaran to the Galapagos fleet, the Journey I Catamaran power boat. Constructed in Guayaquil, Ecuador in 2006, the Journey I is exclusive to the waters of the Galapagos Islands.
This catamaran offers the highest standards of luxury and comfort with accommodations in 6 twin bed cabins (14 m2 / 151 feet, each) located on the main deck and 2 suite cabins (25 m2 / 269 feet. each) located on the upper deck. All cabins feature private bathroom, locker, closet and air conditioning. Additionally the yacht has ample resting areas, sundeck, library, TV-DVD room, comfortable dinning room, bar/lounge and jacuzzi.
A Galapagos tour with the Motor Catamaran Journey I will go further, visit more islands and cruise faster than any other boats of its size. With unparalleled stability you are guaranteed a tranquil and relaxed cruise around the Islands. Ideal for family and small group charters.
Specifications Journey I Motor Catamaran: |
| Type: |
Motor Catamaran |
| Category: |
Luxury Class |
| Year: |
2006 |
| Length: |
90.50 ft / 27.60 m |
| Beam: |
36.08 ft / 11 m |
| Capacity: |
18 passengers (Authorization navigation: 16 passengers) |
| Electric System: |
2 x 50 kw generators (IMO) (110v and 220v. AC) |
| Speed: |
10 knots |
| Diesel Capacity: |
2000 gallons |
| Material Construction: |
Fibre glass |
| Interiors: |
Wooden flooring |
| Exterior: |
Teakwood flooring |
| Crew: |
9 + 1 naturalist bilingual guide + 1 hotel manager/cruise director |
| Navigation & Safety Equipment: |
One 48 mile Radar; Echo sounder; GPS; One VHF radio; Epirb; Magnetic compass; 2 Rigid life rafts for 15 passengers each; 30 SOLAS life jackets; fire & smoke detectors; complete fire system; 2 Zodiac rafts for 10 persons each. Safety equipment complies with international Coast Guard regulations.s |
| Speed: |
10 knots |
| Accommodation: |
16 passengers in 6 twin bed cabins on main deck and 2 suits on the upper deck. |

Suggested Itinerary :
| Day |
Time |
Islands |
| Tuesday: |
| PM |
Arrival in Baltra Island and transfer to Pto. Ayora. Visit Highlands of Santa Cruz Island. (D) |
| Wednesday: |
AM |
Chinese Hat. |
| PM |
Pto. Egas (Santiago Island) (B,L,D) |
| Thursday: |
AM |
Bahia Sullivan. |
| PM |
Bartolome Island. (B,L,D) |
| Friday: |
AM |
Bachas Beach (Santa Cruz Island) and transfer to the airport in Baltra. Flight back to Quito or Guayaquil. (B) |
5 Days A: Friday through Tuesday
| Day |
Time |
Islands |
| Friday:
| AM |
Arrival in Baltra. |
| PM |
Transfer to the yacht. Visit Plazas Island. (D) |
| Saturday: |
AM |
Interpretation Center & Tijeretas Hill (San Cristobal Island). |
| PM |
Isla Lobos (B,L,D) |
| Sunday: |
AM |
Española island: Gardner Bay. |
| PM |
Punta Suarez. (B,L,D) |
| Monday: |
AM |
Floreana Island: Cormorant Point. |
| PM |
Post Office Bay. (B,L,D) |
| Tuesday: |
AM |
Visit Charles Darwin Station (Santa Cruz Island). Transfer to airport in Baltra. (B) |

5 Days B: Monday through Friday:
| Day |
Time |
Islands |
| Monday: |
| PM |
Arrival in Baltra Island and transfer to Pto. Ayora. Visit Tortuga Bay beach. (D), Hotel. |
| Tuesday: |
AM |
Interpretation Center & Tijeretas Hill (San Cristobal Island). |
| PM |
Highlands of Santa Cruz Island. (B,L,D) |
| Wednesday: |
AM |
Chinese Hat. |
| PM |
Pto. Egas (Santiago Island) (B,L,D) |
| Thursday: |
AM |
Bahia Sullivan. |
| PM |
Bartolome Island. (B,L,D) |
| Friday: |
AM |
Bachas Beach (Santa Cruz Island) and transfer to the airport in Baltra. Flight back to Quito or Guayaquil. (B) |
8 Days: Friday through Friday or Tuesday through Tuesday:
| Day |
Time |
Islands |
| Friday:
| AM |
Arrival in Baltra. |
| PM |
Transfer to the yacht. Visit Plazas Island. (D) |
| Saturday: |
AM |
Interpretation Center & Tijeretas Hill (San Cristobal Island). |
| PM |
Isla Lobos (B,L,D) |
| Sunday: |
AM |
Española island: Gardner Bay. |
| PM |
Punta Suarez. (B,L,D) |
| Monday: |
AM |
Floreana Island: Cormorant Point. |
| PM |
Post Office Bay. (B,L,D) |
| Tuesday: 5 |
AM |
Charles Darwin Station. |
| PM |
Highlands of Santa Cruz Island |
| Wednesday: |
AM |
Chinese Hat. |
| PM |
Pto. Egas (Santiago Island) (B,L,D) |
| Thursday: |
AM |
Bahia Sullivan. |
| PM |
Bartolome Island. (B,L,D) |
| Friday: |
AM |
Bachas Beach (Santa Cruz Island) and transfer to the airport in Baltra. Flight back to Quito or Guayaquil. (B) |
Note: Itineraries are subject to variations due to weather conditions or Galapagos National Park regulations. B= breakfast, L= lunch, D= dinner.

Price 2008:
| Motor Catamaran Journey I - Gross Rates in USD Per Person in double cabin |
| First floor cabins (6 cabins): |
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Upper deck cabins (2 suits): |
Charter: |
4 days: |
USD 1.475.- |
4 days: |
USD 1.705.- |
4 days: |
USD 23.900.- |
5 days: |
USD 1.845.- |
5 days: |
USD 2.075.- |
5 days: |
USD 30.000.- |
8 days: |
USD 2.955.- |
8 days: |
USD 3.280.- |
8 days: |
USD 48.375.- |
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Single Supplement |
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80% of cruise price |
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Children under 12 discount |
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50% of cruise price |
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Galapagos Air fare Rates:
Quito - Galapagos - Quito: USD 407.-
Galapagos National Park Entrance Fee (pp): US$100
These prices are under government control so they can’t be modified without previous notification.
Not in the price included:
- Flights mainland to/from Galápagos USD 414.-
- Entrance fee to Galápagos National Park USD 100.-
- Bar consumption on board
- Tips
- International flight airport tax (USD 41.- per person)
Note:
Air tickets and National Park Prices can be subject to change without prior notice.
NET RATE FOR THE FLIGHT TICKETS TO GALAPAGOS: |
ROUTE |
ADT |
CHD |
| Quito –Galápagos – Quito |
414.00 |
216.00 |
| Quito- Galápagos-Guayaquil |
391.00 |
205.00 |
| Guayaquil-Galápagos-Quito |
391.00 |
205.00 |
| Guayaquil-Galápagos-Guayaquil |
369.00 |
195.00 |
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