Description: Spending eight nights/seven days aboard the Tip Top II, a renovated 16-passenger cabin cruiser (plus ~7 person crew), we visited nine islands during our trip. In the evenings we were briefed on board by our extremely knowledgeable naturalist guide 'Tony,' who detailed the following day's itinerary: our destination(s), its history and inhabitants, type of attire needed for the trip, etc. Generally we made two outings per day, one around 8AM until lunchtime, with a short break before another in the afternoon. Each day was wisely planned, with a substantial amount of activity and information. Travel between islands usually happened during the night. Each island has unique features and distinctive terrain, flora, and fauna. Excursions involved light to moderate hiking, swimming, and snorkeling. Though sleeping cabins were small, each had separate bathroom/shower, all meticulously maintained by the crew. Plenty of communal outdoor space was available on the upper and lower decks, as well as the indoor dining area (for three meals daily – with typical Ecuadoran food and often fresh seafood dishes) and the briefing area, both of which were open for use at all times. Other passengers were from all parts of the world, offering an excellent opportunity for cultural exchange also. Tour package is pricey, but size/quality of the boat and crew, plus number of people in the tour was ideal!
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