tip top ii catamaran

From: US$3,024 (4D/3N)

TIP TOP II CATAMARAN

Tip Top II was built in 2008 and redesigned in 2015-2016 to offer the highest level of comfort and the best experience in the Islands.

Key Features:

• First Class Catamaran
• Double accommodation on Main Deck and Upper Deck Cabins
• Guided expeditions
• Special Sundeck
• Private Balcony on Upper Deck Cabins
• Outstanding service

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Overall Rating 4.1      

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• Accom.: 4.4
• Itinerary: 4.1
• Service: 3.8

Prices from: US$ 3,024 (4D/3N)

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TIP TOP II RATES

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• Prices are per person in United States Dollars.
• Prices are subject to change without prior notice.

Additional Information

• Main deck: 2 sgl cabins with one bed: 1-2 (only sgl) & 4 dbl cabins with two lower beds: 3-4-5-6
• Upper deck 2 dbl cabins with two lower beds: 7&8 and 2 dbl cabins with one king size bed: 9&10
• All prices per person in US dollars.
• Prices are subject to change without prior notice
• Gross rates: Children under 12 years, 10% off
• Promotional rates: Children pay same as an adult
• Christmas, New Year Eve and Easter supplement: 20%

Rates Include

• Airfare to/from Galapagos
• English speaking naturalist guide
• Visit to the islands according to itinerary
• Permanent hot drinks station (coffee, tea, aromatic tea, water)
• Use of kayaks and stand-up paddle boards
• Use of snorkeling equipment: mask, snorkel, and fins

Not Included

• Galapagos Park Fee
• Migratory Control Card
• Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
• Travel insurance
• Personal expenses
• Wetsuits for rent

TIP TOP II DECK PLANS

TIP TOP II ITINERARIES

Please note: Itineraries are unlikely to change significantly but are subject to change. Weather, wildlife breeding, instructions from the Galapagos National Park, specific abilities and interests of passengers as well as operational matters may cause your guide or captain to change the time or nature of visits. Your guide will always endeavor to select the best itinerary within these limits....

TIP TOP II CRUISE REVIEWS

Cruise rating: 4.1 /5 - 4 customer reviews

Hi Gabriela, Janice and I had a fantastic time in the Galapagos. The Tip Top experience was great -- very professional and well done. We also felt you did a great job with transfers, hotels, guides, etc in Quito -- everything went smoothly with no hassle at all! Thank you for your oversight of the trip and its arrangements -- we're both very grateful for a truly memorable vacation experience. Thanks again! Bill and Janice Weiss June 2019 4.1

Hi Lilian We returned from Galapagos and Amazon last month and everything was perfect for our honeymoon. I want to thank you very much for all your time helping me to plan things and making such good arrangements so things worked smoothly for us. I really appreciate your services and will be sure to recommend you to friends who are considering a trip to Ecuador. All the best, Thomas Seeto April 2018 4.1

Hello! It was beyond my expectations! The room was larger than any I've had on my previous 8 cruises. Food was healthy, tasty and generous. All on board were helpful and fun. Our travel companions were great. Angelina the guide was knowledgeable, enthusiastic and pushed us hard. I list 4# and joined a gym at home to keep up my new found energy! Our snorkeling trips were,wonderful especially middle Isabela where we swam with penguins, sea lions and turtles laughing while under water! Bellavista room was again great, people helpful, hummingbirds, flora interesting, and hikes prepared us for Galapagos. Termas Papallacta spa was lovely and my massage was top notch. Thank you for a delightful time! Barb Barbara Schmal February 2018 4.1

Hello Diana & Lilian Yes we received the package for our Galapagos cruise. The cruise on Tip Top II was an amazing experience for us and we enjoyed it thoroughly. Our thanks to Lilian for her excellent work, assistance and great service. We wish her well and a speedy recovery. Our Best Regards Rick & Ghiselle Meyers Richard Meyers November 2017 4.1

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• 9.7 Exceptional 6 Verified Reviews
• from ₽ 65,292 / day

Excellent diving and guidance “Being part of a small group-15 clients- meant you really got to know people well and they were a lovely group of people. Being bu…” Susan Maree B, Australia

• Hike to Bartolome Island's summit
• Snorkel with penguins and turtles
• Visit colonies of sea lions
• Visit the Charles Darwin Research Center

The Tip Top II Catamaran offers guests fantastic 3, 4, 7, or 14-night itineraries exploring the Galapagos Islands. All trips start from Baltra Island. The trips themselves offer guests everything they could hope to expect from a Galapagos cruise. Hike to the summit of Bartolome Island, snorkel amongst penguins and turtles, visit colonies of sea lions, enjoy panga rides around the rugged coast, and visit the Charles Darwin Research Centre to learn all about this diverse area. 

Guests will find ample space to relax on the Tip Top II Catamaran. The comfortable lounge has a TV and AC, making it the perfect place to enjoy the cool air. For sun lovers, the spacious sun deck has cushioned loungers, and there is an outdoor lounge & bar, which is a great place to take advantage of the sea breeze and enjoy a cool beer or glass of wine while discussing the day's events. The Tip Top II Catamaran accommodates just 16 guests in 10 cabins. Each cabin has a private bathroom (toilet, shower, washbasin, and vanity), locker and drawers, hairdryer, safety box, and air-conditioned.

The 8 crew onboard includes a bi-lingual naturalist guide certified by the Galapagos National Park and a dedicated chef who will create mouthwatering Ecuadorian and international cuisine.

Join the Tip Top II Catamaran for your amazing Galapagos cruise. Book online today.

Please Note: Domestic flights from Quito or Guayaquil are included.

Choose your departure date adventure cruise | snorkelling only

Included: VAT, Airport Transfer, Local Flights, Drinking Water, Tea & Coffee, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Kayaks, Land Excursions, Naturalist Guide, Snorkel Gear, Stand Up Paddleboard, Cabin Towels.

Required Extras: National Park Fees (100-200 USD), Visas and Fees (20 USD).

Optional Extras: Gratuities, Alcoholic Beverages, Soft drinks, Rental Gear , WiFi internet.

Book now, pay later: You can easily place your booking online. We will then hold the spaces for you and you can confirm with a payment later.

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Boat features

• Daily housekeeping
• Air Conditioned saloon
• Aircon Cabins
• Indoor Saloon
• Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
• Warm Water Showers
• Charging stations
• En-Suite bathrooms
• Non-Smoking Rooms
• Family Cabins
• Seaview Cabins
• Rooms with Balcony
• Snorkeling Equipment
• Naturalist Itineraries
• Dedicated Local & International Crew
• Naturalist Guide
• Family Friendly Cruise
• Available for Charter

Food & Drinks

• Vegetarian Options
• Buffet style
• Beer available
• Snacks All Day
• Free Soft Drinks
• Wine Available
• Set Menu Dinner
• Al Fresco Dining

If you have any specific dietary requirements whilst on-board your cruise, you can add this to your special requests on step 2 of the booking form. We advise limiting these requests to religious beliefs or food allergies.

Languages Spoken

The crew speaks English and Spanish.

Gear Rental

There is equipment available to rent on this boat. Please provide your rental needs on the booking form. You will need to pay for the rental gear on board of the boat. Show prices .

Drawings & Vessel Layouts

Accommodation.

Single Cabins

Twin Cabins

Upper Deck Cabins

Boat specifications.

• Year built 2004
• Year renovated 2016
• Length 31.5m / 104ft
• Beam 12m / 40ft
• Cruising speed 12 Knots
• Engines Twin Detroit Diesel MTU 350 HP
• Max guests 16
• Number of cabins 10
• Number of bathrooms 10

Boat Navigation and Safety

• Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
• Emergency Rafts
• Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
• First Aid Kits
• Satellite & mobile phones
• Bilge pump alarm
• Search light
• Crew trained in first aid
• Emergency flares

Tip Top II Reviews

• 9.7 Exceptional
• 6 Verified Reviews
• Activities 10.0
• Susan Maree B

I absolutely loved my time in the Galapagos and the crew made the trip memorable

Being part of a small group-15 clients- meant you really got to know people well and they were a lovely group of people. Being busy snorkling, kayaking and walking meant we saw as much as possible. I loved being on the boat which travelled between islands mostly at night- good use of time. The crew and naturaliste guide were very polite, friendly and helpful.

• 10 Exceptional

A thoroughly amazing experience

North Seymour, to see different species of birds in their mating rituals The snorkeling Bartolomé and the iconic view Learning about the complexities in restoring and maintaining species of plants, birds, reptiles and mammals on the different islands Everywhere you turned around. There was something interesting to see.

This was a fabulous once in a lifetime trip!

Seeing up close the tortoises and sea lions on land as well as sea lions and green turtles in the sea - all favorites. The snorkeling trips were varied, marine life breathtaking!

• 8.8 Fabulous

Fantastic adventure!

Galapagos tortoises, sharks, dolphins, and sea lions. Our guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. The food was very tasty, assorted, and diversified. The crew was always trying to please you.

Great adventure in the Galapagos

We had an amazing trip - lots of snorkeling, hiking and learning about the beautiful Galápagos Islands. The Tip Top II was a great way to see the area. It was a very comfortable and well equipped boat, the crew was super kind and helpful, an our guide, Wilo was very knowledgeable about the area, as well as fun to listen to and spend time with. He prepared an incredible highlights reel video for us to have as a memory of our trip. Of course the strongest highlight was the number of amazing animals, how close we could come near to observe them, and the stark and colorful beauty of the landscapes. We would love to come back some day to see more. Thank you for an incredible experience.

Comfortable and friendly boat

For the price paid this was very good value for money The cabin and bathroom were big enough to be really comfortable throughout the trip and the small balcony was well worth the extra. Plenty of room on board to relax and being a cat it was very stable (compared to a mono) for walking around and sleeping. Swimming alongside sea lions, penguins, sharks, large turtles, rays and a wide range of other fish that were somewhat larger for their type than seen elsewhere were our main highlights of the trip - plus of course seeing BF Boobies and Frigate birds close up in flight and roosting with their chicks. On board guide was Edwardo, really nice chap with lots of knowledge, I would just have preferred him to edit down his content a little - but no doubt others might prefer even more detail so thats just a personal preference. Finally, the whole crew seemed very happy, helpful and committed in their jobs which made the whole cruise a really enjoyable experience

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• Snorkel Gear Included
• Wetsuit 35-90 USD per trip

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• 1 single bed
• Aircon with control
• Ensuite Bathroom
• Max 1 guest

Located on the main deck. One single bed with AC, private bathroom, locker & drawer, hairdryer & safety box

• 2 single beds (twin)
• Max 2 guests

Located on the main deck. Two single lower beds with AC, private bathroom, locker & drawer, hairdryer & safety box

• 1 double or 2 single beds (amenable twin)

2 cabins with twin beds and 2 cabins with double beds. Each cabin with balcony, AC, private bathroom, locker & drawer, hairdryer & safety box. Please ask for preferred bedding configuration when booking

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Tip Top II: A first class catamaran

Days: 8, 5 & 4 | From: $3,024/per person

The Tip Top II is part of the family of Tip Top vessels (including the Tip Top IV and the Tip Top V ). Two are catamarans and one is a yacht. The Tip Top II is a first class catamaran and includes 10 cabins for up to 16 people. Onboard social areas include a bar, sun deck, dining room, and lounge. All excursions are done in the company of a bilingual naturalist guide. Activities available on the Tip Top II include hiking, snorkeling, and kayaking.

• Regular departures throughout the year
• Available for private charter

We tailor itineraries to your dates and interests, adjusting ships, excursions and length as desired.

We consistently receive 5 star reviews from our discerning clients.

Vessel Information

Accommodations.

Construction: built in 2008 (redesigned in 2016) Type: First Class Catamaran Length: 104 feet Beam: 40 feet Draft: 5 feet Speed: 12 knots Engines: Twin Detroit Diesel MTU 350 HP main engines

Yacht Specifications

There are 6 Main Deck cabins. Two cabins are with one full-size bed (cabins 1 & 2) and the other four are with two twin beds (cabins 3 to 6).

There are 4 Upper Deck cabins. Two are with two twin beds (cabins 7 & 8) and two are with one king size bed (cabins 9 & 10). The 4 Upper Deck Cabins feature a private balcony.

All cabins have a private bathroom, individual climate controls, and ample storage space for clothing and luggage.

Itineraries & Pricing

Itinerary west (7 nights/8 days).

Friday Arrive to Baltra / Mosquera Islet

Saturday Sullivan Bay (Santiago) / Rabida

Sunday Espinoza Point (Fernandina) / Elizabeth Bay (Isabela)

Monday Isabela: Urbina Bay / Tagus Cove

Tuesday Egas Port (Santiago) / Bartlome

Wednesday Chinese Hat / Dragon Hill (Santa Cruz)

Thursday Santa Cruz: Higlands / Interpretation Center

Friday North Seymour / Return to Mainland

Itinerary East (7 nights/8 days)

Friday Arrive to Baltra / Bachas Beach (Santa Cruz)

Saturday Genovesa: Prince Philip Steps / Darwin Bay

Sunday South Plaza / Santa Fe

Monday Santa Cruz: Higlands / Interpretation Center

Tuesday Floreana: Post Office Bay / Comorant Point

Wednesday Española: Suarez Point / Gardner Bay

Thursday San Cristobal: Cerro Brujo / Kicker Rock / Interpretation Center

Friday Black Turtle Cove (Santa Cruz) / Return to Mainland

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Trip length: 8, 5 & 4 day itineraries

Max number of passengers: 16, in 10 cabins

Included: All meals, guides & activities, Galapagos airfare (to/from Quito or Guayaquil), water, coffee and tea, snorkeling equipment, use of kayaks

Not included: Park fees (about $220 per person), gratuities, fuel surcharge (when applicable)

Price in parenthesis is for single occupancy.

8 day cruise

Main Deck (cabins 1 – 2): $5,691 ($8,537) per person

Main Deck (cabins 3 – 6): $5,922 ($8,936) per person

Upper Deck (cabins 7 – 10): $6,589 ($10,007) per person

5 day cruise

Main Deck (cabins 1 – 2): $4,015 ($6,022) per person

Main Deck (cabins 3 – 6): $4,263 ($6,290) per person

Upper Deck (cabins 7 – 10): $4,772 ($7,103) per person

4 day cruise

Main Deck (cabins 1 – 2): $3,024 ($4,536) per person

Main Deck (cabins 3 – 6): $3,418 ($4,935) per person

Upper Deck (cabins 7 – 10): $3,801 ($5,549) per person

Children 11 years and under receive a 50% discount

Christmas, New Year, and Easter departures are 20% higher

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Tip Top II Galapagos Cruise

Tip Top II Catamaran Cabins:  8 Double cabins all of them offering the option to be twin or double matrimonial rooms. All cabins offer windows with views of the ocean, a private bathroom with hot water, air-conditioning, a hair dryer, a safety box and closets.

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Fantastic 5 Day cruise onboard Tip Top II

The Tip Top II is one of my favorite yachts in the Galapagos, it offers great itineraries and a perfect short 5 Day Galapagos cruise.

Tip Top II History

The M/C Tip Top II was built in 2008 and redesigned in 2015-2016 to offer the highest level of comfort and the best possible experience in the Galapagos Islands.

Great service, logistics and operation

The Tip Top Fleet offers the best possible service and Tip Top logistics and operation in the Galapagos Islands and during transit in Ecuador Mainland. Partnered with Lufthansa and part of Lufthansa City Center in Ecuador, you know you are in great hands when you book any of the Tip Top yachts.

Tip Top Galapagos Experience

The Tip Top II is a brand new beautiful catamaran, which will provide speed, safety, and plenty of amenities on board, so you can worry about more important things like what cocktail to choose to enjoy on the spacious and inviting sundeck.

Intimacy and camaraderie in the Galapagos Islands

During your cruise, you will enjoy well-furnished areas offering comfort and privacy. Tip Top II has a maximum capacity of 16 passengers allowing both intimacy and camaraderie at the same time. Onboard you will enjoy social areas for those who are looking for a quiet place to relax during their Galapagos trip with family and friends in the lazy mid-afternoon sun, or likewise after a busy day of swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, or walking.

Accommodation aboard Tip Top II

Onboard Tip Top II each cabin boasts the following:

• Private bathroom (toilet, shower, washbasin and vanity)
• Locker and drawers
• Air conditioned

All cabins are above the waterline so you will enjoy big windows to be able to take in the amazing Galapagos landscapes.

Cabin distribution

• 2 cabins with one single lower berths – Cabins 1 & 2
• 4 cabins with two single lower berths – Cabins 3 to 6

Upper Deck:

• 2 cabins with two single lower beds – Cabins 7 & 8
• Cabins with one king size berth – Cabins 9 & 10

Tip Top II itineraries explained

Regarding itineraries, the Tip Top II offers a choice of 4 itineraries:

Option 1 – 8 Day

Option 1 is an 8-day itinerary visiting the wonderful Western islands of Isabela and Fernandina and making your way to Bartholomew.

You will have a fantastic Galapagos experience in the Western Islands where you will snorkel and swim with sea lions. penguins, and be able to mingle among plenty of wildlife.

When you make a stop at Bartholomew you will be able to take the quintessential Galapagos pic with Pinnacle Rock in the background.

Option 2 – 8 Day

Option 2 is an 8-day itinerary visiting the Southern islands of Española and Floreana and going up north to the renowned Genovesa.

Florena and Española are two of my favorite Galapagos Islands. You will have a chance to spot the magnificent Galapagos Albatross in Española as well as a sea lion ¨nursery¨as you land on the island.

In Floreana, you will have a chance to learn some Galapagos history. When you visit Post Office Bay you can take part in a tradition started by the whalers of yesteryear. In the afternoon you visit Cormorant point. Here you will encounter a green sand beach, spot pink flamingoes along the way, and end up at a white sand beach known as “Flour Beach”.

Option 2- 4 Day Itinerary

This is a short version of the 8-day Option 2 itinerary. It goes up north to Genovesa and visits Santa Fe Islands.

Option 2 – 5 Day Galapagos Cruise

This is one of my favorite 5 Day Galapagos cruise itineraries out there. You get to visit two Galapagos highlights in style – Española and Floreana.

Española provides a great wildlife experience. You will swim with sea lions, spot the albatross and get to see a wonderful Galapagos landscape.

Floreana is a jam-packed visitor site, you learn about Galapagos history, you get to see flamingos and possibly penguins. When I visited Floreana back in the day, I was able to see penguins when we landed. Flamingos on the way to the other side of the island where we saw sea turtles hatching and scurrying to the water. Truly a magnificent 5 days in the Galapagos Islands.

Connoisseur Tip:

As usual, I would recommend taking a week-long itinerary, Option I to be exact. But, if you don’t have a week to spare for the Galapagos, I would go for the shorter 5-day Galapagos cruise itinerary. The aforementioned visit Floreana and Española in style and will provide a great experience aboard a fantastic catamaran.

Keep in mind that the Tip Top II and the rest of the Tip Top fleet have some amazing last minute deals you can take advantage of, just inquire with your personal Connoisseur.

Get ready for a TIP TOP Galapagos Experience, aboard the ”new” Tip Top II!

Tip Top II Itineraries

• Option 1 - 8 Day
• Option 2 - 8 Day
• Option 2 - 4 Day
• Option 2 - 5 Day

Tip Top II, rates, inclusions, exclusions, important info and specs

• Important Information

Rates Include:

• All meals and activities throughout the cruise
• Bilingual national park guide
• Snorkeling gear (mask, snorkel, and fins)
• Fuel surcharge
• Transfer airport/yacht/airport on Gps

Rates do not include:

• $100 (Subject to change) Galapagos National Park entrance fee
• $20 Transit Control Card
• Alcoholic beverages consumed onboard
• Cancellation/medical insurance

Important Information:

• 6 DBL Cabins with two lower beds: 7 -8-9-10 and 2 DLB cabin with one king-size bed 9 &10;
• Tip Top II: 2 SGL Cabins with one bed 1 -2 ( only SGL )
• All prices per person in US dollars.
• Prices are subject to change without prior notice
• Gross rates: Children under 12 years old get a 10% discount
• Promotional rates: Children pay the same as an adult

Well-appointed sundecks and bars make for a First-Class Galapagos Experience

To check out the gorgeous ocean views with fellow shipmates, guests can spend some time on the spacious sundecks. Whether you feel like getting a little sun or want the best place to enjoy the gorgeous sunsets over the Galapagos Islands, the sundecks are the best place to be.

For adults who want to relax and kick back, Tip Top II offers a great bar and lounge area where you are served by the bartender who will be happy to attend to all your needs and desires whilst you relax.

The dining room:

The dining room and the big saloon are on the main deck, specially designed to offer a great ambiance to the passenger, both for a marvelous meal or a wonderful chat with shipmates at the end of the day. The chef is delighted to mesmerize your tastes with his dishes. Prepared with local and fresh ingredients, able to please the most demanding palettes.

Lounge area:

Take a load off in the spacious lounge area on the main deck. The lounge features artistic decor. It’s also a great place to get a drink from the bar and where you will get your daily briefing sessions.

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Spacious and comfortable catamaran, great itinerary and an excellent local company.

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Guests : 16, cabins : 10.

The Tip Top II is owned by one of the oldest families in the Galapagos, which has a great reputation for good food, good service and a very helpful crew. The company has become a leader in Galapagos for attaining international certification for its environmental and safety practices. This is the newest vessel in their fleet, a catamaran which was built in 2008 and completely refurbished in 2016. It is very spacious, light and comfortable, with three decks. This yacht has two very good 8 day itineraries to choose from.

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Ship:  Designed to accommodate up to 16 passengers, Tip Top II offers unparalleled comfort and luxury. Originally built in 2008, the catamaran was renovated in 2016 to ensure an exceptional experience in the Galapagos Islands.

Amenities:  The social areas on board Tip Top II provide a perfect blend of relaxation and entertainment. The Observation & Sun deck beckons with loungers, offering a scenic spot to soak up the sun. In the dining room, savor delightful culinary experiences, while the comfortable lounge provides a cozy retreat for unwinding. Visit the bar for handcrafted cocktails and indulge in board games, videos, books and music in the lounge. To explore the marine life, make use of the complimentary snorkel equipment, kayaks and paddleboards. 

Crew:  The catamaran’s dedicated team is made up of nine members and a multilingual naturalist guide. On specific dates, a German-speaking guide is also available to cater to a more diverse range of guests.

Dining:  Begin your mornings with a wholesome breakfast featuring cereal, yogurt, fruit, pancakes and omelets. Lunches begin with a homemade soup, followed by a buffet of entrees, side salads, rice and potatoes, while dinner features a similar menu with a decadent dessert. Throughout the day, you’ll find a continuous supply of coffee, tea and cookies.

Rooms:  10 thoughtfully designed cabins span the main and upper decks, making up the comfortable accommodations on board. Varying in size from 13 to 18 m², each cabin boasts a private bathroom and air conditioning for a relaxing retreat. The main deck hosts six cabins, offering a mix of doubles and twins, while the upper deck features four cabins, providing options for singles and kings, along with the added luxury of a private balcony. The main deck is also home to two family cabins for larger groups.

Itineraries:  Tip Top II offers four sailings, with options for four, five and eight-day journeys. To explore the highlights of Santa Cruz, Genovesa, South Plaza and Santa Fe Islands, opt for the short four-day cruise. The two eight-day sailings offer a more in-depth exploration of the region. While one highlights the western islands, including Fernandina, Isabela and Santiago, the other combines highlights of the northern, southern and eastern islands, with stops at points like Prince Phillip’s Steps, Post Office Bay and Suarez Point on Genovesa, Floreana and Española Islands.

• Ship type: Catamaran
• Capacity:  16 passengers
• Cabins: 6 on main deck, 4 on upper deck with private balcony
• Services:  air conditioning, kayaks, paddle boards
• Crew: 9 crew members + 1 multilingual guide
• Year of construction: 2008
• Year of reconditioning: 2015
• Maximum speed: 12 knots
• Length: 31 m
• Beam:  12 m 

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31.7m  /  104'   tecnavin   2008 / 2015.

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• Sleeps 16 guests
• Shallow draft and fast speeds for reef exploration

Prepare for a charter vacation of lifetime aboard Tecnavin luxury yacht Tip Top II

The 31.7m/104' 'Tip Top II' catamaran yacht built by shipyard Tecnavin is available for charter for up to 16 guests in 10 cabins. This yacht features interior styling by Johnny Dominguez.

Built in 2008, Tip Top II celebrates the ocean in style, offering relaxed luxury with her abundance of deck space and grants access to the world's most beautiful, hard-to-reach anchorages thanks to her shallow draft.

Guest Accommodation

Tip Top II offers excellent versatility with her ten cabin layout, seldom seem in a charter yacht of her size. She offers guest accommodation for up to 16 guests with a layout comprising six double cabins and four twin cabins. She is also capable of carrying up to 8 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.

Performance & Range

Built with a GRP hull and GRP superstructure, she offers greater on-board space and is more stable when at anchor thanks to her full-displacement hull. Tip Top II comfortably cruises at 12 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 12 knots with a range of up to 600 nautical miles at cruising speed. With a shallow draft of 1.7m/5'7" Tip Top II can anchor closer to coves and sheltered bays overnight.

Onboard Tip Top II has a range of toys and accessories to keep you and your guests entertained on the water throughout your stay. Principle among these are eight kayaks - a tranquil and relaxing way to pass the time. If that isn't enough Tip Top II also features paddleboards and snorkelling equipment. Tip Top II has a 5.3m/17'5" to transfer you from ship to shore.

Tip Top II offers you and your guests the perfect platform from which to enjoy your next luxury yacht charter. Please enquire for details of her summer and forthcoming winter cruising grounds and availability.

A charter on catamaran yacht Tip Top II will offer you a week of unforgettable family memories

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For your relaxation and entertainment Tip Top II has the following facilities, for more details please speak to your yacht charter broker.

Tip Top II is reported to be available to Charter with the following recreation facilities:

• 2 x 5.3m  /  17'5 25 HP engine

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'Tip Top II' Charter Rates & Destinations

Summer Season

May - September

$85,245 p/week + expenses

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$112,000 p/week + expenses

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October - April

$80,420 p/week + expenses

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Tip Top II Catamaran Availability

Check the spaces available for your Tip Top II Galapagos cruise. You can book your spaces for your desired dates and itinerary. You can also contact our Galapagos experts from this page.

This boat is ideal for those who want to travel the Galapagos in comfort and intimacy, but still receive exceptional, personal services. Each cabin is equipped with a private safe, a bathroom and a wardrobe. Eight double cabins allow for sixteen guests to enjoy a memorable stay.

This luxurious, first-class yacht was built with the comfort and luxury in mind of its passengers during their voyage. This motor yacht can carry 16 passengers and measures 125 feet in length. It cruises at 12 knots.

This is the Tip Top's proud new member, looking forward to providing unforgettable adventures for its guests.

We have the best seats in our house and the Galapagos Islands is the most popular wilderness destination. You can see and approach giant tortoises, sea-lions, penguins and marine iguanas  as well as other  bird species . Although the landscape is barren and volcanic, it is still beautiful.

Natural historians both professionals and amateurs love the islands. Every year, thousands of wilderness travelers visit the Galapagos. To protect the natural habitats, strict controls are in place on tourist access . All visitors must be accompanied and certified by a naturalist tour guide.

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The Tip Top II catamaran, built in 2008 and redesigned in 2015-2016, offers top-tier comfort and stability for unforgettable experiences in the Galapagos Islands. It runs alternating itineraries covering both northern/western and southern/central islands, with options for comprehensive 15-day cruises. Fully refurbished, it accommodates 16 passengers in eight double cabins, each with its own amenities and air conditioning. Features include wall-to-wall carpeting, a well-stocked bar, a library, and a spacious sundeck with teak flooring. The dining room and lounge ensure comfort, while the attentive 8-member crew caters to every need, including a multilingual guide for insightful excursions.

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Tip Top II Catamaran Itineraries

• 8 days Cruise Itinerary 'West Route' - Option 1
• 8 days Cruise Itinerary 'East Route' - Option 2
• 4 days Cruise Itinerary 'East Route' (8 pax Min)
• 5 days Cruise Itinerary 'East Route'

Itinerary Details

Baltra Island Arrival in Baltra airport and transfer to the boat. Briefing onboard about the boat and the island.

Mosquera Island The island consists is a long narrow stretch of white sand, rocks, and tide pools.

Santiago Island: Sullivan Bay The lava field has a variety of patterns made by the shapes and textures of trees that once existed there.

Rábida Island A bird-watcher´s delight. Species includes Flycatchers, Galapagos Hawks and Brown Pelicans.

Fernandina Island: Espinosa Point A narrow stretch of land where hundreds of marine iguanas gather largely on black lava rocks.

Isabela Island: Elizabeth Bay As enter you the bay, hawks can soar overhear and schools of fish can be seen swimming underneath.

Isabela Island: Urbina Bay Its waters are a good place to see turtles and rays. Ashore you´ll find a short trail leading to a coral reef.

Isabela Island: Tagus Cove An opportunity to see penguins as well as marine iguanas, Sally Lightfoot crabs and sea lions.

Santiago Island: Puerto Egas Puerto Egas, with its black sand beaches, was the site of small salt mining industry in the 1960s.

Bartholomew Island Bartholomew is home of the Pinnacle Rock, the most famous view in the Galapagos, and a beautiful white-sanded beach.

Sombrero Chino Island The landing is on a beautiful crescent-shaped beach, home to sea lions and Sally Lightfoot crabs.

Santa Cruz Island: Dragon Hill A hypersalinic lagoon frequented by flamingos, stilts, pintail ducks and other species of birds.

Santa Cruz Island: Highlands The highlands are located in the northern part of the island and can reach elevations up to 1500 mt.

Santa Cruz Island: El Chato A reserve in the highlands where you have the opportunity to observe the giant tortoise in the wild.

Interpretation Center Fausto Llerena

North Seymour Island Explore the rocky coast, passing colonies of blue-footed boobies and magnificent frigatebirds.

Baltra. Transfer to the Airport.

Santa Cruz Island: Bachas Beach A swimming beach and one of the few remnants of the U.S. World War II presence in the Galápagos.

Genovesa Island: Prince Phillip´s Steps An extraordinary, steep path leads through a seabird colony full of life, up to cliffs that are 25m high.

Genovesa Island: Darwin Bay A coral beach where a 750 mt. trail takes you through more seabird colonies.

South Plaza Island South Plaza has one of the largest populations of land iguanas in the Galapagos.

Santa Fe Island A volcanic uplift that hosts a forest of Opuntia and palo santo. Endemic land iguanas are often seen.

Fausto Llerena Breeding Center

Floreana Island: Barones´s Observatory This site shows a breath-taking view of La Loberia and the inland features of Floreana Island.

Floreana Island: Post Office Bay A white-sand beach where in the past sailors used to leave and receive their letters in a barrel.

Floreana Island: Asilo de la Paz A hill in the agricultural area of the island. The main attractions are of an historic type.

Floreana Island: Cormorant Point Cormorant Point offers a trail overlooking a saltwater lagoon that is a favourite of flamingos.

Floreana Island: Champion Islet A small island located very near Floreana, snorkeling and diving around Champion can be excellent.

Española Island: Suárez Point Suarez Point is one of the most outstanding wildlife areas of the archipelago.

Española Island: Gardner Bay Gardner Bay has a magnificent beach with turquoise waters. The bay is home of a large colony of sea lions.

Española Island: Osborn Islet This small island is a marine visit where you can enjoy fantastic snorkeling and swimming.

San Cristobal Island: Cerro Brujo A beautiful white-sand beach full of pelicans, blue-footed boobies, sea lions and marine iguanas.

San Cristobal Island: Leon Dormido This island comprises two rocks which jut out of the ocean and is home to a large colony of sea birds.

San Cristobal Island: Puerto Baquerizo Moreno This relaxed town overlooking a harbour is the capital of the Galapagos Islands.

San Cristobal Island: Isla Lobos This small island is named after the sea lions that rest and play on its rocky shores.

San Cristobal Island: Interpretation Center A series of interactive exhibits providing information about the history and biodiversity of the Galapagos.

Santa Cruz Island: Black Turtle Cove This shallow inlet is surrounded by mangroves and provides natural protection for a variety of marine life.

Santa Cruz Island: Los Gemelos Spanish for The Twins, they are two volcanic depressions on the highest part of Santa Cruz.

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Boat specifications

Technical specifications:.

• Length:  104 feet
• Beam:  40 feet
• Draft:  5 feet
• Cruising speed:  12 knots

Accommodations:

• 16 passengers accommodated in 10 cabins
• Private bathroom (toilet, shower, washbasin and vanity)
• Locker and drawers
• Air-conditioned
• Main Deck: (2 cabins) – cabins with one single lower beds – Cabins 1 & 2
• Main Deck: (4 cabins) – cabins with two single lower beds – Cabins 3 to 6
• Upper Deck: (2 cabins) – cabins with two single lower beds – Cabins 7 & 8
• Upper Deck: (2 cabins) – cabins with one king size bed – Cabins 9 & 10

Facilities:

• Bar or sunbathing on the sundeck
• Dining room
• Comfortable Lounge

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Itinerary B - Tip Top II Catamaran - Galapagos Cruise

8 Day Galapagos Itinerary

Day 1: baltra island & santa cruz island: bachas beach.

Flight from mainland Ecuador (Quito or Guayaquil) to Baltra, with AVIANCA Airlines; arriving at 09:20 a.m. approximately. Your guide will meet you at the arrivals gate, our crew will take care of your luggage. Your guide will conduct you to a bus and after a short 5-kilometer ride to the pier; you board the Yacht immediately. As the crew weighs anchor, we greet you with our first orientation and we offer a light snack.

Santa Cruz Island: Bachas Beach

After navigating, we disembark on Playa Las Bachas, a place where you can appreciate a Flamingos lagoon. During all walks, your guide will be explaining details about the lives of the birds and animals. Optional: time for those who would like to swim and/or snorkel, in the evening you have an orientation about the Galapagos Islands in general: their origin and evolution. Welcome cocktail with the entire crew, and dinner.

Day 2: Genovesa Island: Darwin Bay & El Barranco

After breakfast, you make a wet landing on Darwin Bay to walk and observe frigate birds, herons, mockingbirds, boobies, shorebirds, turtles, marine iguanas, etc. Optional: time for those who would like to swim, snorkel or kayak. You come on board for a delicious lunch.

El Barranco

Later in the afternoon, you take a panga ride and you make a dry landing on Prince Phillips’s Steps (Barranco), you walk and observe the interesting lives of the birds here. Dinner on the Yacht, and then your orientation about conservation efforts made to protect the Islands.

Day 3: South Plaza Island & Santa Fe Island

South plaza island.

After breakfast, you make a dry landing on the pier of the South Plaza, where you can enjoy the antics of the sea lions. A walk through a cactus forest allows us to observe land iguanas and many species of tropical birds. Return to the Yacht for lunch.

Santa Fe Island

Then, you make a wet landing on Santa Fe Island to visit the cactus forest and a colony of land iguana’s native from Santa Fe. Optional: time for those who would like to swim, snorkel and/or kayak. At the end of the afternoon, we return to the Yacht for dinner and our nightly orientation.

Day 4: Santa Cruz Island: Highlands & Interpretation Center Fausto Llerena

After breakfast, you will disembark to take the bus to the highlands of Santa Cruz Island for a visit to the native forests, Twin Craters, then, you will go to one of the ranches to see the giant tortoises in the wildlife. You will be delighted with the lunch in the ranch.

Interpretation Center Fausto Llerena

After lunch, you will return to Puerto Ayora to start the visit to the Interpretation Center Fausto Llerena. You return to the Yacht for dinner and our nightly orientation.

Day 5: Floreana Island: Baroness Lookout, Asilo de la Paz, Post Office Bay, Cormorant Point & Champion Islet

Post office bay.

After breakfast, you make a wet landing on Post Office Bay, a historic site that recalls the days of the whalers, who presumably placed a wooden barrel in the 18th century to use it as a post office.

Baroness Point

Then, you will continue to the Baroness Point view, named due to the presence of a particular character who lived on Floreana Island, it is the Baroness Eloisa von Wagner, you will enjoy of the beautiful landscape and the ruins of her house.

Cormorant Point

Return to the Yacht for lunch. In the afternoon, you visit the Devil’s Crown, a submerged volcano, for snorkeling for those who wish it (this is one of the best snorkeling sites in the Islands), then you make a wet landing on Point Cormorant for a short walk to the Flamingo Lagoon of this island. You then continue the walk until we reach the beach called "La Picona" to see marine turtles and their spawning grounds. Optional: time for those who would like to swim and/or snorkel. You return to the Yacht for dinner and our nightly orientation.

Day 6: Española Island: Suarez Point, Gardner Islet, Osborn Islet & Gardner Bay

Suares point.

After breakfast, you make an early dry landing on Punta Suarez to walk along lava beds where you will observe unique colonies of marine birds, including Albatross (May - December). Return to the Yacht for lunch. In the afternoon, you make a wet landing in

Gardner Bay

Gardner Bay for a walk on the beach and observe a colony of sea lions, which inhabit the beach in great quantity during the breeding season; this is also an important nesting area for sea turtles.

Osborn Islet & Gardner Islet

Then we make a panga ride around the Osborn Islet and the islets of Gardner. Optional: time for those who would like to swim and/or snorkel. Return to the Yacht for dinner and our nightly orientation.

Day 7: Isabela Island: Moreno Point & San Cristóbal Island: Kicker Rock, Cerro Brujo & Interpretation Center Jacinto Gordillo

San cristobal island: kicker rock.

After breakfast, your experienced Captain sails easily around Kicker Rock (Leon Dormido), a massive tuff-rock that juts abruptly almost 500 feet straight from the ocean. Kicker Rock serves as a nesting place for many seabirds.

Cerro Brujo

Then you make a wet landing on Cerro Brujo to walk on a white sand beach and observe sea lions, brown pelicans, marine iguanas, and blue-footed boobies.

Interpretation Center Jacinto Gordillo

In the afternoon, you make a dry landing on San Cristobal port, after a short drive, you arrive at Jacinto Gordillo Interpretation Center where you learn about its reproductive process and the programs to maintain the species. You take the bus back to the port to visit the Interpretation Center of Human History of the Islands; this tour takes you through the geological and human history of the islands and its conservation. You return to the Yacht for dinner and our nightly orientation.

Day 8: Santa Cruz Island: Black Turtle Cove & Baltra Island

After breakfast, you make a panga ride on Black Turtle Cove, series of mangrove-surrounded coves and islets; here you can observe white-tipped sharks, marine turtles, spotted eagle rays, and yellow cow-nosed rays. You return to the Yacht for disembarking on the pier at 09:00. Your guide accompanies you on the bus ride directly to the airport.

Itinerary Map

8 Day Galapagos Itinerary Includes

• International and Ecuadorian food
• Personalized service
• Coffee & Herbal tea

8 Day Galapagos Itinerary Does not Include

• Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
• Personal Expenses
• Transit Control Card USD20 per person
• Galapagos Park Fee USD100 per person
• Travel insurance mandatory
• Wetsuits for rent

Meals Included

• Breakfast Served Daily

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