Ship: Ensuring a personalized and intimate experience throughout your journey, Tip Top IV is a first-class yacht designed to accommodate up to 16 passengers. Built in 2006, this vessel not only boasts a modern aesthetic but also offers even more luxurious amenities compared to her sister ships.
Amenities: Discover a wealth of amenities on board Tip Top IV for your enjoyment and relaxation. On the main deck, unwind in the inviting living room or savor meals in the dining room. Head to the sun deck, where loungers await, providing the perfect setting to soak up the sun and dramatic scenery. To explore more of the vibrant marine life, take advantage of complimentary access to snorkel equipment, kayaks and paddleboards.
Crew: The crew consists of eight members, including a multilingual naturalist guide. On specific dates, a German-speaking guide is also present to accommodate a more diverse range of guests.
Dining: Aboard one of the most luxurious Galapagos ships, an array of local specialties and international dishes are skillfully prepared using locally sourced fruits and vegetables, poultry and seafood. The menu also boasts a selection of rice and pasta dishes for a varied and satiating dining experience.
Rooms: Make your home away from home in one of 10 well-designed cabins. The lower deck hosts six cabins, while the upper deck features four. Each spans 14m² and is equipped with an ensuite bathroom, ample storage space and air conditioning, and offers single beds that can be conveniently converted into a queen.
Itineraries: Select from four itineraries when sailing aboard Tip Top IV, with options of four, five and eight-day journeys. For a tour of the highlights of Española, San Cristobal Islands and Mosquera Islet, opt for the four-day sailing. On an eight-day tour of the western islands, you’ll visit Genovesa, Santiago, Isabela, Fernandina and Floreana Islands, while the other eight-day itinerary highlights the eastern islands, including Española, San Cristobal, Santa Cruz, Santiago, Bartholomew, Santa Fe and South Plaza Islands.