World Class Diving Adventures In The Galapagos Islands

We invite you to join Aquatic Encounters, Inc., owned by Marc Bernardi, for this totally unique dive adventure aboard the marvelous 90-foot luxury ship Reina Silva. Of all the world's best dive destinations, one is so unique that it astounds even the most seasoned traveler. This is a place like no other...this is the Galapagos Islands. An extraordinary variety of marine life, flora and fauna invite man to explore one of the worlds most fascinating natural wonders.

THE DIVING

Discover the true meaning of world class diving. Dive and snorkel with dolphins almost any morning you wish in schools numbering five hundred or more. Sea Lions diving sixty feet down to look at you eye to eye. Eagle-Rays in schools, flying under water in perfect formation. The beautiful Moray eels come completely out of their holes and swim freely. Enjoy the thrill of seeing whole families of Moorish Idols and schools of big Silver Jacks that swim spiral circles around the divers. Visualize Penguins darting around underwater feeding on Brown Striped Snappers, or plunging into the sea and being surrounded by sea lion pups.

It's all here in the Galapagos. Humpback whales frequent this area, along with their friends the Whalesharks. The maine life is abundant and healthy. For photographers, the Galapagos is a bargain beyone compare! For 7 days you will experience an unforgettable visual experience!

REINA SILVIA

During the expedition you will be staying aboard the Reina Silvia, so luxurious that she permits you to discover the "Enchanted Islands" in relaxed comfort. The Reina Silvia is ninety feet long, and outfitted for sixteen divers. All cabins are furnished with their own bathroom and a shower. The ship is fully air-conditioned, has a swimming/diving platform aft, and an extension bow pulpit for whale and dolphin watching. She also boasts such luxuries as, washer and dryer, full stereo, TV, V.C.R., and a crew of eight, including a naturalist guide/divemaster.

• 4 Nights in a deluxe hotel in Quito, capitol of Ecuador
• 7 Nights aboard the REINA SILVA
• All meals aboard REINA SILVA and departure dinner in Quito
• Use of tanks and weights
• Transfers to hotels and back again in Quito and Galapagos

• Airfare (airfare is subject to change without notice)
  Estimated roundtrip airfare (Miami to Quito $550)
• Quito to Baltra Air Fare Aquatics Group reservation ($375)
• Ecuador Airport Departure Fee ($25)
• National Park Fee ($100)
• Gratuities to Reina Silvia Crew ($100/guest usual and customary)

RATES

Galapagos trips are personally accompanied and
guided by one of our Aquatic Encounters divemasters.

$3555 without air

Dec. 26, 01 - Jan. 6
Jan. 2, 02 - Jan. 13
Jan. 9, 02 - Jan. 20
Jan. 16, 02 - Jan. 27, 2002
May 22, 02 - June 2, 2002
May 15, 02 - May 26, 2002
May 29, 02 - June 9, 2002
June 12, 2002 - June 23, 2002

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Jungle Adventure Optional

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