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The hectic life styles of today’s world have managed to make us drift away from what is truly important: our family. However, we value these family bonds and understand the importance of togetherness, which is why we have created special Family Cruises. The Galapagos provide an exceptional opportunity for parents, children and grandparents alike to enjoy the trip of a lifetime together with activities tailored to each. Family travel has never been easier or as much fun! |
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Our Family Cruise Departures are filled with days of activities for yourself, your children or your grandchildren so that you can relax together and take in all the wonders that will surround you. Children are especially enriched by the natural living legacy of the archipelago, where science suddenly becomes fun and accessible. Where else can kids safely get so close to so many animals: swimming with sea lions and penguins in the morning or posing with red-footed boobies or an ET look-alike giant tortoise in the afternoon? These departures feature presentations and activities geared toward children of all ages. We provide kid’s meals and many special activities including star gazing and movie nights. A special kid’s workbook insures children will get credit for their trip when they return to class. We invite your family to experience a paradise with a full range of exceptional experiences for all, yet parents can relax and return refreshed. |
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Child-oriented guides
For all of our family cruises, we specifically choose the most knowledgeable and child-oriented guides. These guides are very good in dealing with children and they have that special understanding and patience for them. Many of them themselves parents, they are attentive to the needs of children and are sure to make your children or grandchildren enjoy these islands to the fullest.
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Menus for Children
All of our chefs onboard are experts in preparing children's menus. During our family departures, our chefs will prepare an array of menus for children to enjoy which include foods like chicken and fish fingers, pizza, French fires, hot dogs, ham & cheese sandwiches, etc. Even for picky-eaters, our chefs are sure to prepare something for them.
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SPECIAL ACTIVITIES
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Snorkeling
Snorkeling is one of the favorite activities for parents, grandparents and children alike. A Family Cruise has at least one snorkeling time allotted for each day and our snorkeling destinations are chosen according to your family's skill level. Our locations vary from locations for beginners or those who have never snorkeled before, to locations for advanced snorklers. This activity is a must!
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Kayaking
Sea Kayaks are available free of charge onboard all of our vessels. These are great to go and explore the cliffs and shores of the various visiting points. You can use our clear bottom kayaks to view the underwater life or our regular colored plastic kayaks to wander the waters. Enjoy the wildlife with your family and get some exercise at the same time with this unique activity. |
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Star-gazing nights
Our family departures are all led by our best child-oriented guides who are also very knowledgeable about astronomy. On particular nights during the cruise, our guides will take children and adults out to the sundeck where they will explain about the stars and constellations of the southern hemisphere. The crystal clear skies of Galapagos are ideal for this activity.
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Movie nights, board games and video games
Particular nights during the cruise are designated as movie nights for children. All of our boats carry a wide selection of movies for children, as well as a series of family board games. Our vessel, the Evolution carries a Playstation 2 console system for children to enjoy.
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Kids Club
All children under 12 years of age will receive a kids version of the regular expedition journal that every passenger receives. These expedition journals are specifically tailored to the learning of children and contain several activities like coloring, question-answering, and mind games. All explanations are specifically geared to capture the interest of children and to facilitate their understanding about what they will see throughout their cruise. |
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Note: Please be sure to inquire us about our specific Family Departure dates. |
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