Multisport Galapagos Adventure / Finch Bay Eco Hotel

* Transfer In / Out
* 3, 4 or 7 nights accommodations
* All Meals
* 2, 3 or 5 full-day excursions
* Guided visit to Charles Darwin Research Station
* Facilities: Pool, Jacuzzi, Beach-front access
* Multisport activities available
* Taxes Included

* Air ticket to/from Galápagos
* Entrance fee to Galapagos National Park (must be paid in cash upon arrival)
* Personal expenses
* Alcoholic Beverages
* Gratuities

Public Bus/Van

* Eco-Hotel with International Service Standards
* 21 rooms with twin or king size beds (one cot for child)
* 17 rooms at ground level, 4 rooms on second floor
* Modern design incorporating Galapagos' natural elements
* Each room has wooden blinds, a black-out curtain, tile floors and a telephone.
* All rooms are nonsmoking
* Air conditioned rooms (via in-room remote control),
* Each room has a private bath with hot water, hair dryers and soap and shampoo dispensers.
* Beach towels available
* On-site desalinization and purification plan
* Ice machine
* Laundry service
* Private Outdoor Pool (open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM)
* Mangrove-rich coastline
* Bar and Lounge
* Outdoor Jacuzzi
* Restaurant featuring International Cuisine (tastefully blended with local flavors). Buffet Breakfast. Both, fixed menus and a la carte menus for lunch and dinner
* Vegetarian and special dietary requirements can be accommodated
* Communications: telephone, fax, e-mail, Internet access.
* Beautiful grounds for strolling
* Beach-front access
* No motorized vehicles
* No paved roads

7 Nights hotels

21-50

31-50

As pioneers of ecotourism in Ecuador and the Galápagos Islands, we are totally committed to the conservation of all ecosystems, natural and urban habitats and people’s well being. We support and contribute to the preservation of the environment, scientific investigation, education, and permanently promote environmental awareness among our personnel, local communities and guests through our direct participation in the operation of sustainable tourism and the creation in 1998 of the Galapagos Ecuador Foundation which finances two major projects: garbage recycling and coastal cleaning.

You will receive environmental interpretation with Galapagos Naturalists.

All safety and fire prevention measures are always implemented on all of our trips.
For Galapagos trips there is a resident physician aboard the M/V SANTA CRUZ and ISABELA II. Life jackets are mandatory for all "panga" rides (outboard motorized Zodiacs).

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HOT SEASON (warm-rainy)
From December through May:
Air Temperature: Average air temperature in December is (25.4°C) 77°F, while in May is (26.8°C) 80°F. Peak month is March with (29.1°C) 84°F. Humidity fluctuates between 65% - 80%.
Water Temperature: Average surface water temperature in December is (23.2°C) 74°F, while in May is (24.5°C) 76°F. Peak month is March with (25.5°C) 78°F. Visibility of the water ranges from 30 to 80 feet. In unusually warm years (like El Niño years) waters can even reach (29°C) 84°F.
Precipitation (rainfall): ranges from 38 mm (December) to 62 mm (May), with its peak rainy at 87 mm (March).
Overall pattern: while this season is the one that gives rain to the islands, it should not be sold as the "rainy" season. Tropical showers are not too overwhelming, and a typical day may include a shower or two that will only last for an hour or so. There are times where for a whole week not a raindrop is experienced. The ocean is generally calm due to the absence of the south east trade winds.
Biological implications: all species which are land-based (like finches, mockingbirds, lizards, land iguanas, tortoises) will reproduce at this time of the year since there are plenty of food sources available: plants for insects, seeds for finches, flowers for iguanas, etc. Perhaps one of the few exceptions to this rule are the Great Frigatebirds on Tower Island which being seabirds reproduce during the hot season.
Snorkeling conditions: since the water temperature reaches the "true" tropical range, one can expect generally calm waters, virtually non strong currents, and high chances of visibility. Daily activities will be arranged in such a way that guests spend a great amount of time snorkeling as our way to add enjoyment to this marine resource. Most snorkeling times will be of no less than 90 minutes.

DRY SEASON (windy-dry)
From June through November:
Air Temperature: Average air temperature in June is (25.2°C) 77°F, while in November is (24.4°C) 76°F. Peak month is September with (23.1°C) 74°F. Humidity fluctuates between 35% - 60%.
Water Temperature: Average surface water temperature in June is (23.3°C) 74°F, while in November is (22.8°C) 73°F. Peak month is September with (21.6°C) 70°F. Visibility of the water ranges from 15 to 50 feet. In unusually dry years (like La Niña years) waters can even reach 61°F.
Precipitation (rainfall): ranges only from 35 mm (June) to 13 mm (November), with its peak dry at 9.9 mm (September).
Overall pattern: this season is the one that gives the islands their totally untropical look: dry, windy, barren. Even though the term "cold" season is sometimes applied, moremember that such term does not sell a destination that is geographically tropical. There's hardly any rain, but the islands may seem somewhat moist as an early mist called "garua" covers the sky. Usually this layer of fine drizzle burns off by mid morning. The seas are moderately strong; surge, choppy waters and some waves should be expected. This is all due to the active presence of the south east trade winds.
Biological implications: all species which are land-based, but depend entirely upon the ocean's productivity (food available, like plankton) will reproduce during this season. This includes blue-footed boobies, waved albatrosses, sea lions.
Snorkeling conditions: since the water temperature reaches the "untrue" tropical range, one can expect generally waters with some current, and a slight decrease in visibility due to the amount of plankton particles suspended in the water column. This is the snorkeling season where a shortie wet suit is more likely to provide higher comfort in the water for our guests. Note that none of our ships carry wet suits for rent. Guests must bring their own.

Metropolitan Touring

Metropolitan Touring pioneered tourism and expedition voyages to the Galapagos Islands and are the leaders in the operation of exciting, innovative and imaginative tours and excursions in continental Ecuador.

The exact islands visited during the guest stay are dependent on the regulations of the Galapagos National Park.

Booking, Payment, and Cancellation Policies for Individual Passengers (FIT’s) 2010

1. Individual (FIT´s) & Charter Deposits or Pre-payments

On Metropolitan's own Galápagos products Yacht La Pinta, M/V Santa Cruz, Yacht Isabela II and Finch Bay Eco Hotel for individuals (FIT's) a US$200.00 non-refundable deposit per guest is needed for us to confirm any reservation. Full Payment is needed 60 days prior to the date our services are due to begin.

All services not owned by Metropolitan Touring (Amazon and third party products) will be subject to the policies and conditions established by each operator.

2. Individual (FIT´s) Payments

Payments must be made in the following order of preference.

A. Wire Transfers

B. Credit Card Payments - For which a “Signature on File” form must be filled. This form authorizes Metropolitan Touring to charge our services to your corporate Visa, Master Card or American Express Credit Card. Payments should be written to the order of: Empresa Turística Intern. (You may request this form to the Account Executive or Sales Manager serving you).

C. Check Payments - May be made, as long as they are received at least 60 days before our services are scheduled to begin. Metropolitan Touring may also accept floating or revolving deposits equivalent to 2 months of billings.


3. Individual (FIT’s) Cancellation Charges 2010

Prior to acknowledging a cancellation request, we encourage our customers to reutilize the booking at another date for the same guests, or utilize the space for other guests in the original date.

Galapagos Services:
On Metropolitan's own products in Galápagos: Yacht La Pinta, M/V Santa Cruz, Yacht Isabela II and Finch Bay Eco Hotel for individuals (FIT's) cancellations, the following applies:

- If cancellation is received between 60 and 0 days before our services are due to begin, full price will be charged.

Land Services:
On all Private Individual (FIT´s) cancellations for land services, a US $200.00 handling fee per tour will be forfeited on all cancellations received between 60 and 0 days prior to the date our services are due to begin.

Hotel Accommodations: If cancellation is received between 4 and 0 days before our services are due to begin, we shall charge the first night of hotel accommodation. (Only if the hotel charges).

Amazon & Third Party Products: All services not owned by Metropolitan Touring (Amazon and third party products) will be subject to the policies and conditions established by each operator.


Liability Clause:
The tour operator and its agents act only as agents for passengers in all matters pertaining to transportation, accommodations or other services not provided directly by Metropolitan Touring. As agents, all tickets, exchange orders or vouchers are issued by them subject to any and all terms and conditions under which such means of transportation, accommodations or other services are offered or provided. The booking agent, airlines involved and general agent will not be liable for any vehicle furnished by any such other party, firm or corporation in carrying out or failing to carry out arrangements previously agreed upon, nor for the negligent misconduct of any such other party, firm or corporation in providing or failing to provide, are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time passengers are not on board their conveyance. The passenger contract in use by the airlines concerned, when issued, shall constitute the sole contract between booking agent, airline general agent and the purchaser of these and/ or passenger. We suggest that you book an insurance policy with your Travel Agency.



Booking, Payment and Cancellation Policies for Groups 2010

1. Group Deposits or Prepayments

On Metropolitan's own Galápagos products: Yacht La Pinta, M/V Santa Cruz, Yacht Isabela II and Finch Bay Eco Hotel for Groups a US $200.00 non-refundable deposit per guest is needed for us to confirm any reservation. Full Payment is needed 60 days prior to the date our services are due to begin.

All services not owned by Metropolitan Touring (Amazon and third party products) will be subject to the policies and conditions established by each operator.

For all land services for Groups, full pre payment is needed 30 days prior to the date our services are due to begin.

2. Group Payments:

Payments must be made in the following order of preference.

A. Wire Transfers

B. Credit Card Payments - For which a “Signature on File” form must be filled. This form authorizes Metropolitan Touring to charge our services to your corporate Visa, Master Card or American Express Credit Card. Payments should be written to the order of: Empresa Turística Intern. (You may request this form to the Account Executive or Sales Manager serving you).

C. Check Payments - May be made, as long as they are received at least 60 days before our services are scheduled to begin. Metropolitan Touring may also accept floating or revolving deposits equivalent to 2 months of billings.


Group Cancellation Charges 2010
Prior to acknowledging a cancellation request, we encourage our customers to reutilize the booking at another date for the same guests, or utilize the space for other guests in the original date.

Galapagos Services:
On Metropolitan's own products in Galápagos: Yacht La Pinta, M/V Santa Cruz, Yacht Isabela II and Finch Bay Eco Hotel for Group cancellations, the following applies:

- If cancellation is received between 60 and 0 days before our services are due to begin, full price will be charged.

Land Services:
On all Private Group cancellations for land services, a US$200.00 handling fee per tour will be forfeited on all cancellations received between 30 and 0 days prior to the date our services are due to begin.

On all Shared and Semi-Private Group cancellations for land services, a US$50.00 handling fee per tour will be forfeited on all cancellations received between 30 and 0 days prior to the date our services are due to begin.

Hotel Accommodations:
If cancellation is received between 4 and 0 days before our services are due to begin, we shall charge the first night of hotel accommodation. (Only if the hotel charges).

Amazon and Third Party Products:
All services not owned by Metropolitan Touring (Amazon and third party products) will be subject to the policies and conditions established by each operator.


Liability Clause: The tour operator and its agents act only as agents for passengers in all matters pertaining to transportation, accommodations or other services not provided directly by Metropolitan Touring. As agents, all tickets, exchange orders or vouchers are issued by them subject to any and all terms and conditions under which such means of transportation, accommodations or other services are offered or provided. The booking agent, airlines involved and general agent will not be liable for any vehicle furnished by any such other party, firm or corporation in carrying out or failing to carry out arrangements previously agreed upon, nor for the negligent misconduct of any such other party, firm or corporation in providing or failing to provide, are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time passengers are not on board their conveyance. The passenger contract in use by the airlines concerned, when issued, shall constitute the sole contract between booking agent, airline general agent and the purchaser of these and/ or passenger. We suggest that you book an insurance policy with your Travel Agency.

1. Individual (FIT´s) & Charter Deposits or Pre-payments

On Metropolitan's own Galápagos products Yacht La Pinta, M/V Santa Cruz, Yacht Isabela II and Finch Bay Eco Hotel for individuals (FIT's) a US$200.00 non-refundable deposit per guest is needed for us to confirm any reservation. Full Payment is needed 60 days prior to the date our services are due to begin.

All services not owned by Metropolitan Touring (Amazon and third party products) will be subject to the policies and conditions established by each operator.

2. Individual (FIT´s) Payments

Payments must be made in the following order of preference.

A. Wire Transfers

B. Credit Card Payments - For which a “Signature on File” form must be filled. This form authorizes Metropolitan Touring to charge our services to your corporate Visa, Master Card or American Express Credit Card. Payments should be written to the order of: Empresa Turística Intern. (You may request this form to the Account Executive or Sales Manager serving you).

C. Check Payments - May be made, as long as they are received at least 60 days before our services are scheduled to begin. Metropolitan Touring may also accept floating or revolving deposits equivalent to 2 months of billings.


1. Group Deposits or Prepayments

On Metropolitan's own Galápagos products: Yacht La Pinta, M/V Santa Cruz, Yacht Isabela II and Finch Bay Eco Hotel for Groups a US $200.00 non-refundable deposit per guest is needed for us to confirm any reservation. Full Payment is needed 60 days prior to the date our services are due to begin.

All services not owned by Metropolitan Touring (Amazon and third party products) will be subject to the policies and conditions established by each operator.

For all land services for Groups, full pre payment is needed 30 days prior to the date our services are due to begin.

2. Group Payments:

Payments must be made in the following order of preference.

A. Wire Transfers

B. Credit Card Payments - For which a “Signature on File” form must be filled. This form authorizes Metropolitan Touring to charge our services to your corporate Visa, Master Card or American Express Credit Card. Payments should be written to the order of: Empresa Turística Intern. (You may request this form to the Account Executive or Sales Manager serving you).

C. Check Payments - May be made, as long as they are received at least 60 days before our services are scheduled to begin. Metropolitan Touring may also accept floating or revolving deposits equivalent to 2 months of billings.

Galapagos Services:
On Metropolitan's own products in Galápagos: Yacht La Pinta, M/V Santa Cruz, Yacht Isabela II and Finch Bay Eco Hotel for Group cancellations, the following applies:

- If cancellation is received between 60 and 0 days before our services are due to begin, full price will be charged.

Land Services:
On all Private Group cancellations for land services, a US$200.00 handling fee per tour will be forfeited on all cancellations received between 30 and 0 days prior to the date our services are due to begin.

On all Shared and Semi-Private Group cancellations for land services, a US$50.00 handling fee per tour will be forfeited on all cancellations received between 30 and 0 days prior to the date our services are due to begin.

Hotel Accommodations:
If cancellation is received between 4 and 0 days before our services are due to begin, we shall charge the first night of hotel accommodation. (Only if the hotel charges).

Amazon and Third Party Products:
All services not owned by Metropolitan Touring (Amazon and third party products) will be subject to the policies and conditions established by each operator.


Liability Clause: The tour operator and its agents act only as agents for passengers in all matters pertaining to transportation, accommodations or other services not provided directly by Metropolitan Touring. As agents, all tickets, exchange orders or vouchers are issued by them subject to any and all terms and conditions under which such means of transportation, accommodations or other services are offered or provided. The booking agent, airlines involved and general agent will not be liable for any vehicle furnished by any such other party, firm or corporation in carrying out or failing to carry out arrangements previously agreed upon, nor for the negligent misconduct of any such other party, firm or corporation in providing or failing to provide, are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time passengers are not on board their conveyance. The passenger contract in use by the airlines concerned, when issued, shall constitute the sole contract between booking agent, airline general agent and the purchaser of these and/ or passenger. We suggest that you book an insurance policy with your Travel Agency.