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Aggressor Diving Yachts I and II

Category: First Class
Departures: Thursday
Capacity: 14 passengers

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Facilities & Accommodation

A crew of 8 will introduce you to the many hidden wonders which lie beneath and above the crystal clear waters of the Galapagos. Established in 1984 the Aggressor fleet is notorious worldwide for luxurious exploration in some of the planets most sort after diving locations, used in the past by ‘National Geographic’ and ‘Discovery Channel´s’ ‘Shark Week’.

The 100ft. ‘Aggressor I’ and ‘II’ were specifically built for Galapagos diving in 1994 and refitted in 2007 by ‘Varadero Mena’ ship yard in Guayaquil, Ecuador. Within the fully air conditioned interiors decorated with teak wood are accommodations for 14 passengers. There are 3 ‘Master Suites’ with the option of 2 singles or queen berth and 4 ‘Deluxe’ cabins with 2 single berths. All cabins feature private bathrooms and even TV/DVD/MP3 players. The comfortable saloon is complete with leather sofas and well stocked bar. Opposite is a spacious dining area, here delicious native sea food and international dishes are served.

The dive deck provides ample room for pre-dive preparations. All diving equipment is available as well as rental underwater digital cameras to capture those moments you won´t want to forget. Regular sightings include hammerheads in their hundreds and magnificent Manta rays.

In between dives take advantage of the impressive facilities on offer. The partially covered sundeck with loungers, hammocks and wet bar is perfect for gazing upon the islands mystical coast lines. One deck below features additional seating area and hot tub.

Diving in the Galapagos certainly will not disappoint. Make sure your boat doesn’t either, let the Aggressors and their crew turn your trip into an experience of a lifetime.

• Specialized Diving Yacht

• Refitted in 2007

• All Cabins Feature TV/DVD/MP3 Players

• Featuring Hot tub, Sun Deck and Wet Bar

2012 & 2013 prices per person (except charter)

Prices are subject to change without prior notice.
Prices apply from June 7, 2012 to January 3, 2013

Description 8 days

Master Suite

US$5195

Deluxe

US$5395

Fuel Surcharge per passenger: US$100
BC/ regulator $120 (combo per charter)/ $60 (separatly per charter) / dive computer $125 (please add 12%)
Port Fees per passenger: $70

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Rates include:
  • All meals
  • Transfers in the islands
  • All shore excursions with an English speaking naturalist guide
Not included:
  • US$100 Galapagos National Park entrance fee
  • Airfare from mainland Ecuador
  • Bottled beverages
  • Gratuities
  • Cancellation/medical insurance
   

Charters include:

  • Accommodations aboard the vessel
  • Diving
  • Compressed air tanks, weights & weight belts
  • Airport and/or Hotel transfers on day of charter
  • All meals and snacks, non-alcoholic beverages, local beer and wine
  • (We are happy to accommodate most special dietary requests)

Charters do not include:

  • Airfare (international and domestic)
  • Insurance
  • Equipment rentals
  • Nitrox fills
  • Certification or specialty courses
  • Hotel stays/day rooms
  • Lunch on wednesday
  • Crew gratuity
  • Port/park fees and/or taxes (when applicable)

Equipment

  • (2) 300 hp. Turbo diesel engines
  • (2) 65 KW generators, 110 outlets throughout
  • (2) Bauer Air and nitrox compressors
  • 4,800 gallons water storage
  • 1,200 gallon/day water maker
  • (2) Ten-passenger inflatable dive skiffs with outboard motors
  • Full line of scuba equipment rentals *
  • Personal Epirbs and Dive Alerts for drift dives
  • 80 cu. ft air/Nitrox tank for each guest *additional equipment available upon request
  • Defibrillator, which emits electrical impulses to a heart attack victim
  • Global Positioning System (GPS)
  • 24-mile and 48-mile radars
  • Weather Facsimile
  • Auto pilot with electronic compass
  • (2) VHF radios
  • SSB Marine radio
  • Epirb emergency position system
  • Fire detection and extinguishing system
  • First aid kit, DAN Oxygen System

Itinerary 2012

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Thursday-Thursday
THU Am San Cristobal Island
Arrival to airport where your trip will begin. San Cristobal is the first island in the Galapagos that Charles Darwin visited.
Pm San Cristobal Island: Playa Ochoa
This small Island just an hour from San Cristobal Island is a subtle introduction to the Galápagos Islands. »Read more
FRI Am Mosquera Island
The island consists is a long narrow stretch of white sand, rocks, and tide pools. »Read more
Pm North Seymour Island
Explore the rocky coast, passing colonies of blue-footed boobies and magnificent frigatebirds. »Read more
SAT Am Wolf Island
Schools of hammerheads meet up with barracudas and eels to offer the diver a spectacular view. »Read more
Pm Wolf Island
Schools of hammerheads meet up with barracudas and eels to offer the diver a spectacular view. »Read more
SUN Am Darwin Island
Diving at Darwin is overwhelming as the water it is thick with hammerheads and large schools of fish. »Read more
Pm Darwin Island
Diving at Darwin is overwhelming as the water it is thick with hammerheads and large schools of fish. »Read more
MON Am Darwin Island
Diving at Darwin is overwhelming as the water it is thick with hammerheads and large schools of fish. »Read more
Pm Wolf Island
Schools of hammerheads meet up with barracudas and eels to offer the diver a spectacular view. »Read more
TUE Am Santiago Island: Cousin's Rock
A great wall dive site for seeing a forest of black juvenile corals, seahorses, hammerheads, rays, etc. »Read more
Pm Bartholomew Island
Visit the Pinnacle Rock and the white-sand beach: the best area to get photos of Galápagos penguins. »Read more

WED Am Santa Cruz Island: Gordon's Rock
Offers an excellent opportunity to dive with hammerheads, tropical fish, rays, marine tortoises, etc »Read more
South Plaza Island
South Plaza has one of the largest populations of land iguanas in the Galápagos. »Read more
Pm Santa Cruz Island: Puerto Ayora
The economic centre of the Galápagos with many souvenir shops, bars, internet coffee, etc. »Read more
Santa Cruz Island: Charles Darwin Station
An organisation that provides scientific assistance to ensure the proper preservation of the Galápagos. »Read more
THU Am San Cristobal Island: Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
This relaxed town overlooking a harbour is the capital of the Galápagos Islands. »Read more

San Cristobal Island -Transfer to the airport

NB. Itineraries are subject to National Park regulations and can be modified without previous notice.

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