[{"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 restrictions are there for children?","\u003Cp>Some cruises do not allow small children on board, mainly for safety reasons as small yachts\u002Fcatamarans have many open spaces and steep stairs that are not suitable for children to run around. Other cruises, especially the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.voyagers.travel\u002Fgalapagos\u002Fcruises\u002Fexpedition-ships\">large vessels\u003C\u002Fa> do accept small children on board and even have qualified guides and staff on board to make a magical experience for small children.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>Most yachts\u002Fcatamarans accept children over 8 years-old on board and offer special rates to children up to 11 years-old for cruises and flights as per availability and feasibility to accommodate a Family on board; with all cruises, it is required as pre-requisite to have parents sign a release form if travelling with children.\u003C\u002Fp>\n","what-restrictions-are-there-for-children","Galapagos Frequently Asked Questions","Galapagos",[13,17,21,25,29,33],{"url":14,"originPage":10,"destination":11,"question":15,"answer":16},"when-do-we-have-to-pay","When do we have to pay?","\u003Cp>For cruises and tours, we have flexible payment policies:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cul>\n\t\u003Cli>Tours booked from 91 days or more, small 30% deposit is requested to pre-confirm, 70% balance is needed 90 days before tour dates.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>Tours booked 90 days or less, complete payment is needed to confirm your trip.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n",{"url":18,"originPage":10,"destination":11,"question":19,"answer":20},"what-medical-facilities-are-there","What medical facilities are there?","Large luxury vessels have a Medic on board for passengers’ aid while on board. Small yachts\u002Fcatamarans cannot offer this service due to the space on board. Note that your guide is properly trained to face emergencies and have first-aid training to assist passengers while cruising. Also all boats are equipped with satellite phones and have contact with Island authorities and emergency services, should they be required during a cruise. All cruises take passenger’s safety and well-being very seriously.",{"url":22,"originPage":10,"destination":11,"question":23,"answer":24},"how-can-i-avoid-being-seasick","How can I avoid being seasick?","\u003Cp>Choosing the right cruise is critical if you are susceptible to seasickness; large vessels are the best choice as they’re very stable when sailing. If you do not like large vessels, then we recommend choosing a nice catamaran (twin-haul), which also offer smooth sailing for passengers’ comfort.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>You can also ask your doctor to prescribe you medicine to help you contrast the effect of the motion when sailing; it is also important to be properly hydrated during your cruise as this also helps prevent the effects.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"url":26,"originPage":10,"destination":11,"question":27,"answer":28},"are-any-immunizations-required","Are any immunizations required?","Visitors entering Ecuador and the Galapagos are not required to present any proof of vaccination, but you will need to present your Travel Insurance document when entering the Galapagos. However, if your doctor recommend taking a vaccination, you can follow the advice at your own discretion.",{"url":30,"originPage":10,"destination":11,"question":31,"answer":32},"what-is-the-smoking-policy-on-board-the-boats","What is the smoking policy on board the boats?","Cruises have strict policy on smoking on board: is prohibited in almost all social areas, dining rooms and cabins in cruises, but most of them do allow to smoke on designated areas in the sundeck prior request from passengers to the guide or cruise director. Smoking is strictly prohibited on inhabited islands and visitor sites during a cruise.",{"url":34,"originPage":10,"destination":11,"question":35,"answer":36},"do-i-need-a-passport-or-visa-to-go-to-galapagos","Do I need a passport or visa to go to Galapagos?","All visitors entering Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands are prompted to present original Passport when entering, with at least 6 months of validity; citizens from most Countries do not require a Visa to enter Ecuador and the Galapagos, but do confirm this with your local International Affairs Office to confirm if you require to get a Visa to travel to Ecuador.",[38,42],{"title":39,"url":40,"active":41},"FAQ","faq",false,{"title":7,"url":43,"active":44},"",true]