The Xavier is staffed with an exceptional crew including a certified naturalist guide. The 2-level wrap-around deck is ideal for ocean views and relaxing in the sun!
The two alternating 8 days itineraries can also be shortened into 4 or 5 day options.
Built in 1998, the Xavier III combines comfort and good service with good value for an intimate small ship cruise around the splendid Galapagos Islands. The boat has eight roomy cabins, each with a private bathroom and air conditioning. Those on the upper deck have a window, whilst those on the lower deck have a port hole. Whether you want to relax or socialise with other guests, the spacious common areas will give you what you’re looking for. The rear deck is ideal for soaking up the sights and you can enjoy the sunshine on the sun deck. There’s a large salon with a bar, and you can sink your teeth into tasty local and international cuisine in the spacious dining room. Daily briefings and the onboard naturalist really help you to appreciate the fascinating wildlife and stunning landscapes. Onboard equipment includes free-to-use snorkelling gear and wetsuits.
The warm and welcoming team members on the Xavier III are ready and raring to go, ensuring you have a fantastic cruise to boast about. Don’t miss out; call us or book online to guarantee your chosen dates.
Construction Material: |
Steel Naval |
Construction Year: |
1998 |
Draft: |
1.5 mts |
Length: |
25.50 meters |
Beam: |
7.40 meters |
Draft: |
3.60 meters |
Power: |
2 engines Detroit Diesel 8v71 (12 nds) 232 Kw Jonh Deere Generators |
Navigation Equipment: |
24 milles radar, GPS, 80 mts sonar. |
Communications: |
HF, VHF Radio Valiza |
Diving: |
Diving Platform with 30 aluminium tanks of 80 cu.ft. Unlimited compressed air (MARES equipment) "Medical Oxygen" for emergencies |
Security: |
2 motor boats for 15 people each, life jackets, 2 open sea life rafts, flare signals. |
Comfort: |
8 double cabins and 1 suite, each with: private bathroom, hot water, air conditioning, stereo, tv, vcr, snorkelling equipment |
Crew: |
8 well trained members Bilingual naturalist guide |
Confort and Services
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Note:
Sunday: |
AM: San Cristobal Is: airport and transfer |
Monday: |
AM: 2 North Seymour Is. |
Tuesday: |
AM: Santiago Is: 4 Sullivan Bay |
Wednesday: |
AM: Santa Cruz Is: 6 Charles Darwin Station |
Thursday: |
AM: 8 Rábida Is. |
Friday: |
AM: Floreana Is: 10 Cormorant Point |
Saturday: |
AM: Española Is: 12 Suarez Point |
Sunday: |
AM: San Cristobal Is: 14 Interpretation Center |
Sunday: |
AM: San Cristobal Is: Airport and transfer
|
Monday: |
AM: San Cristobal Is: 2 Pitt Point |
Tuesday: |
AM: Santiago Is: 4 Espumilla Beach |
Wednesday: |
AM: Santa Cruz Is: 6 Charles Darwin Station |
Thursday: |
AM: 8 Chinese Hat |
Friday: |
AM: Santa Cruz Is: 10 Dragon Hill |
Saturday: |
AM: 12 South Plazas Is. |
Sunday: |
AM: San Cristobal Is: 14 Interpretation Center |
Wednesday: |
AM: Santa Cruz Is: Airport and Transfer
|
Thursday: |
AM: 2 Rábida Is. |
Friday: |
AM: Floreana Is: 4 Cormorant Point |
Saturday: |
AM: Española Is: 6 Suarez Point |
Sunday: |
AM: San Cristobal Is: 8 Interpretation Center |
Monday: |
AM: San Cristobal Is: 10 Pitt Point |
Tuesday: |
AM: Santiago Is: 12 Espumilla Beach |
Wednesday: |
AM: Santa Cruz Is: 14 Highlands |
Wednesday: |
AM: Santa Cruz Is: Airport and Transfer
|
Thursday: |
AM: 2 Chinesse Hat . |
Friday: |
AM: Santa Cruz Is: 4 Dragon Hill |
Saturday: |
AM: 6 South Plazas |
Sunday: |
AM: San Cristobal Is: 8 Interpretation Center |
Monday: |
AM: 10 North seymour Is. |
Tuesday: |
AM: Santiago Is: 12 Sullivan Bay |
Wednesday: |
AM: Santa Cruz Is: 14 Highlands |
Wednesday: |
AM: Santa Cruz Is: Airport and transfer |
Thursday: |
AM: 2 Rábida Is. |
Friday: |
AM: Floreana Is: 4 Cormorant Point |
Saturday: |
AM: Española Is: 6 Suarez Point |
Sunday: |
AM: San Cristobal Is: 8 Interpretation Center |
Wednesday: |
AM: Santa Cruz Is: Airport and transfer |
Thursday: |
AM: 2 Chinese Hat |
Friday: |
AM: Santa Cruz Is: 4 Dragon Hill |
Saturday: |
AM: 6 South Plazas Is. |
Sunday: |
AM: San Cristobal Is: 8 Interpretation Center |
Sunday: |
AM: San Cristobal Is: airport and transfer |
Monday: |
AM: 2 North Seymour Is. |
Tuesday: |
AM: Santiago Is: 4 Sullivan Bay |
Wednesday: |
AM: Santa Cruz Is: 6 Charles Darwin Station |
Sunday: |
AM: San Cristobal Is: Airport and transfer |
Monday: |
AM: San Cristobal Is: 2 Pitt Point |
Tuesday: |
AM: Santiago Is: 4 Espumilla Beach |
Wednesday: |
AM: Santa Cruz Is: 6 Charles Darwin Station |