[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"nav-footer-cache":3,"$3eufsPfvtx":5},{"state":4},"done",{"page":6,"questions":12,"breadcrumbPages":37},{"question":7,"answer":8,"url":9,"originPage":10,"destination":11},"What is included in the rates for the boats?","\u003Cp>In general, cruises include: accommodation in cabin with private facilities, guided excursions with professional Licensed bilingual guide, transfers within Galapagos (on cruise dates), Airport assistance, all meals on board while cruising, drinking water, tea, coffee.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.voyagers.travel\u002Fgalapagos\u002Fcruises\u002Fluxury-class-cruises\">Luxury\u003C\u002Fa> and \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.voyagers.travel\u002Fgalapagos\u002Fcruises\u002Ffirst-class-cruises\">First\u003C\u002Fa> class cruises also include usage of snorkeling equipment and most of them have sea-kayaks on board for guests. Some Luxury class cruises also include Wet suits and others and First class cruises have them available for rent on board.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.voyagers.travel\u002Fgalapagos\u002Fcruises\u002Ftourist-superior-class-cruises\">Midrange\u003C\u002Fa> and \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.voyagers.travel\u002Fgalapagos\u002Fcruises\u002Feconomy-class-cruises\">Economy\u003C\u002Fa> class cruises have snorkeling equipment and Wet suits available for rent on board (in cash).\u003C\u002Fp>\n","what-is-included-in-the-rates-for-the-boats","Galapagos Frequently Asked Questions","Galapagos",[13,17,21,25,29,33],{"url":14,"originPage":10,"destination":11,"question":15,"answer":16},"should-i-charter","Should I charter?","\u003Cp>If you are planning to travel with your whole Family or with a group of adventurous Friends and you like to enjoy the privacy and comfort of a private cruise with personalized and dedicated service for your party, then chartering a nice yacht is a wonderful idea!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>There are several options on different categories of \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.voyagers.travel\u002Fgalapagos\u002Fcruises\">cruises\u003C\u002Fa> to choose from, especially for small yachts or catamarans with capacity for up to 16 passengers. Charter cruises are best if confirmed at least 9 months before your traveling period as all Galapagos cruises are always on very high demand and several are confirmed for charters with 12 and even 24 months in advance to guarantee the charter cruise. Please \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.voyagers.travel\u002Fcontact-us\">contact us\u003C\u002Fa> if you are planning to charter a wonderful cruise for your party so we can guide you on how to choose the right cruise to enjoy a memorable experience.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"url":18,"originPage":10,"destination":11,"question":19,"answer":20},"how-much-should-we-tip-the-guide-and-crew","How much should we tip the guide and crew?","\u003Cp>There are no established tipping guidelines for all cruises, you should decide the amount to tip your guide and crew based on your level of satisfaction with the services provided on board and while on excursions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>On \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.voyagers.travel\u002Fgalapagos\u002Fcruises\u002Fluxury-class-cruises\">Luxury\u003C\u002Fa> and \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.voyagers.travel\u002Fgalapagos\u002Fcruises\u002Ffirst-class-cruises\">First\u003C\u002Fa> class cruises it is recommended to tip $15-$20 p.p. for the guide per day and the same amount per day for the whole crew. On \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.voyagers.travel\u002Fgalapagos\u002Fcruises\u002Ftourist-superior-class-cruises\">Midrange\u003C\u002Fa> and \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.voyagers.travel\u002Fgalapagos\u002Fcruises\u002Feconomy-class-cruises\">Economy\u003C\u002Fa> class cruises it is recommended to tip $10-$13 p.p. for the guide per day and the same amount per day for the whole crew.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"url":22,"originPage":10,"destination":11,"question":23,"answer":24},"how-can-i-pay-for-souvenirs","How can I pay for souvenirs?","On some luxury class cruises you can buy wonderful souvenirs and pay with your preferred Credit Card as major ones are accepted: MasterCard, Visa, Amex, among others; also you can pay for souvenirs at local shops in Puerto Ayora or San Cristobal with your Credit Card, but some of them will only accept cash payments. On board other category of cruises, payments must be done in cash (U.S. Dollars) for souvenirs and consumption.",{"url":26,"originPage":10,"destination":11,"question":27,"answer":28},"what-level-of-naturalist-guide-will-be-aboard-the-boat-and-do-they-speak-english","What level of Naturalist Guide will be aboard the boat and do they speak English?","With all cruises and tours you will always be accompanied by a professional Licensed Bilingual (English-Spanish) Guide for all excursions and visits as per National Park’s regulations. On \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.voyagers.travel\u002Fgalapagos\u002Fcruises\u002Fluxury-class-cruises\">Luxury\u003C\u002Fa> and \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.voyagers.travel\u002Fgalapagos\u002Fcruises\u002Ffirst-class-cruises\">First\u003C\u002Fa> class cruises your Guide will be level II-III while on \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.voyagers.travel\u002Fgalapagos\u002Fcruises\u002Ftourist-superior-class-cruises\">Midrange\u003C\u002Fa> and \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.voyagers.travel\u002Fgalapagos\u002Fcruises\u002Feconomy-class-cruises\">Economy\u003C\u002Fa> class cruises your naturalist Guide will be Level II.",{"url":30,"originPage":10,"destination":11,"question":31,"answer":32},"are-all-your-prices-in-us-dollars","Are all your prices in US dollars?","In Ecuador Mainland and the Galapagos Archipelago, U.S. Dollar has been established and used as main and only currency since the year 2000. When making payments for your trip, you may do so in your local currency at up-to-date conversion.",{"url":34,"originPage":10,"destination":11,"question":35,"answer":36},"how-important-is-the-itinerary","How important is the itinerary?","Different cruises offer different departures and itineraries in the Galapagos, you can choose from 4, 5, 8 up to 15 days itineraries on almost every category; the more days you spend on the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.voyagers.travel\u002Fgalapagos\u002Fislands\">islands\u003C\u002Fa>, the more incredible sites you will be able to visit! No itinerary visits the same spot twice!",[38,42],{"title":39,"url":40,"active":41},"FAQ","faq",false,{"title":7,"url":43,"active":44},"",true]