THEORY
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Theory blends the best of tasteful design and decor, luxury amenities, and environmental sustainability. The 20-passenger vessel was custom built to maximize fuel efficiency and comfort, and incorporated feedback from guests collected over the company's more than two decades as a leader in Galapagos expedition cruising.
The 10 staterooms are roomy and inviting, with large windows, private bathrooms, and plenty of storage space. Our elegant dining room features marble table tops, with configurations from two to 10 guests for private or group dining. Lunch is generally served al fresco on our spacious sundeck, which is equipped with day beds, chaises lounges, tables, hammocks, a four-person Jacuzzi, outdoor shower and a wet bar. Our intimate indoor bar is always open for hand-crafted cocktails, wine, beer, sodas, juices, coffee, and tea.
Interior social areas include a comfortable lounge for evening gatherings and general relaxation, and a cozy library stocked with books on the Galapagos and Darwin. WiFi is available (coming soon), and a public computer is provided for guest use.
The Theory also has a boutique offering high-quality local handicrafts, sundries, and gift items, as well as a fitness center equipped with a treadmill, elliptical, free weights, yoga mats, and more.
The experienced 13-member Ecuadorian crew includes a high-level captain, a full-time concierge, and two expert naturalist guides – one for every 10 guests, the lowest ratio in the Galapagos.
TECHNICAL AND FACILITIES
DECK PLANS
DOUBLE SUITE
- A vanity and lighted mirror, sectional closet with drawers, flat screen TV with pre-loaded movies, universal docking station, USB, clock, safety deposit box, individual climate control, memory foam mattress, reading lights, blackout curtains, Nespresso machine and tea kettle, pair of binoculars, and reusable metal water bottle.
- Bathrooms are modern and bright with a walk-in rainfall shower. Guests are provided with plush towels, bathrobes, slippers, hairdryer, a vanity kit, refillable dispensers of bio-degradable soap and shampoo, body wash and lotion.
TRIPLE SUITE
- A vanity and lighted mirror, sectional closet with drawers, flat screen TV with pre-loaded movies, universal docking station, USB, clock, safety deposit box, individual climate control, memory foam mattress, reading lights, blackout curtains, Nespresso machine and tea kettle, pair of binoculars, and reusable metal water bottle.
- Bathrooms are modern and bright with a walk-in rainfall shower. Guests are provided with plush towels, bathrobes, slippers, hairdryer, a vanity kit, refillable dispensers of bio-degradable soap and shampoo, body wash and lotion.
INCLUDE:
- Generous Open bar policy including white, red, and sparkling wine, beer, spirits, juice, sodas, coffee, and tea.
- Guided shore excursions twice daily, evening briefings and enrichment lectures
- Two Zodiacs and a glass-bottom boat for exploration of the shoreline
- Multiple Kayaks (five doubles and a single) and two stand up paddle boards
- Wet suits (full 3mm) in your approximate size and snorkeling equipment (mask, fins and snorkel)
- Personalized check-in at the airports in Quito and Guayaquil for AV 1636 arrivals only
- Process and pre-payment of the park entrance fee and INGALA/ TCT card for arrival on AV 1636 only
- Assistance with reservations for pre- and post-cruise hotel, land tours and airport transfers.
NOT INCLUDE:
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International Airfare to Ecuador - you must arrive in Quito or Guayaquil the day prior to the cruise
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Hotel accommodation in Ecuador the night before your cruise
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we can assist you with reservations Airfare from Quito or Guayaquil to Galapagos - confirmed through our allotment of
seats with Avianca on Sunday to San Cristobal (SCY). -
Galapagos Park entrance fee (park tax) - $100 for adults $50 for children 11 and under INGALA fee - $20 per person for a TCT card to control migration to the islands
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- Gratuities for the guides and crew – the suggested amount is $300-350 per guest per week
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Purchases from the bar - for premium brands of wine and spirits (not included in the open bar policy)
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Laundry service - available Monday to Friday and limited to five items per cabin per day
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Travel Insurance
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