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Ship Information
Isabela II
With a capacity for only 40 guests, the 183-foot Isabela II was designed to provide the ultimate in comfort and adventure while cruising the Galápagos Islands. Her 20 staterooms provide spacious, fully air-conditioned accommodations with en suite facilities.
Guests can savor healthy, fresh, and delicious international and Ecuadorian cuisine at every meal. You’ll also enjoy her three public decks, dining room, lounge, library, hot tub and fitness area, and the services of enthusiastic crew members who are committed to your comfort.
Sailing by small ship allows for flexibility in the itinerary to maximize wildlife viewing as well as access to exclusive ports. While on board, learn about the area’s history, biology, and conservation from the ship’s multilingual naturalists. Experience all the Galápagos Islands have to offer through a variety of activities—hiking, snorkeling, kayaking, or riding a panga boat or a glass-bottom boat.
Ship Highlights
- Onboard lecture program and the services of a premier expedition leader and of multilingual naturalist guides
- Observation area and sun deck, elegant dining room, boutique, and an intimate library with a rich selection of reference books on the Galápagos Islands and Ecuador
- Handcrafted meals, tastefully prepared with local flair
- Shaded sun deck with a hot tub and fitness room
- All of the equipment—and expert instruction—needed for kayaking and snorkeling
Stateroom Categories
Standard: Features a full-size bed, view window, and private bathroom (128 sq. ft.) SOLD OUT!
Classic Double: Features a full-size bed, view window, private bathroom, and day bed (139 sq. ft.) SOLD OUT!
Classic Twin: Features two twin beds, view window, and private bathroom (139 sq. ft.)
Master Suite: Features a queen bed, view window, and private bathroom (170 sq. ft.)
Cabin Costs
- $5,899, per person, Standard (SOLD OUT!)
- $6,699, per person, Classic Double (SOLD OUT!)
- $6,899, per person, Classic Twin
- $8,499, per person, Master Suite
- $9,399, Single (CALL FOR AVAILABILITY)
Interested but in need of a cabin-mate? Contact the PLL office at 314.514.3153. We may be able to help partner you.
Refunds and Cancellations:
All cancellations must be submitted to Principia and/or Orbridge in writing and will be processed as follows.
If the cancellation notice is received:
More than 90 calendar days (5/4/22 or earlier) prior to the program’s scheduled departure date, all monies paid for the main program and for any pre-tour and/or post-tour will be refunded in full.
Between 89 and 60 days (5/5/22 – 6/3/22) prior to the scheduled departure date, a 25% cancellation fee will be applied to the full cost of the program, including any pre-tour and/or post-tour, and the balance will be refunded.
Between 59 and 30 days (6/4/22 – 7/3/22) prior to the scheduled departure date, a 50% cancellation fee will be applied to the full cost of the program, including any pre-tour and/or post-tour, and the balance will be refunded.
Within 29 days (7/4/22 or later) prior to the scheduled departure date, a 100% cancellation fee will be applied to the full cost of the program, including any pre-tour and/or post-tour. In addition to and not in lieu of the foregoing, a Cancellation Fee equal to 100% of the carrier charge applies to all non-refundable airfares due to your cancellation made at any time prior to the scheduled program departure date, as applicable.
Refunds, if any, will be processed within 30 calendar days after receipt of written cancellation notice.