
Transit the man-made Panama Canal from Colón to the Pacific Ocean. Then, sail to meet the indigenous Emberá people in Darien National Park. You’ll also visit a range of coastal communities in Columbia, Ecuador, and Peru before flying to the capital of Ecuador, Quito. Top off your expedition by exploring the scientifically significant Galápagos Islands, world famous for its unmatched wildlife.
Cruise the Canal and visit Darién National Park
Board the ship in Colón and sail into the Panama Canal and experience this marvel of human ingenuity first hand. After its traverse, we head to Darién National Park, where you’ll head up a river and through the jungle to an Embera community and learn about their unique way of life. Then comes the Afro-Colombian community of Bahía Solano, followed by Montecristi (next to Manta), the birthplace of the Panama hat.
Wonders of wildlife
Isla de la Plata has wildlife said to rival that of the Galápagos Islands, and Buenaventura Nature Reserve in Puerto Bolivar can be visited on an optional excursion for chances to spot hummingbirds, parakeets and howler monkeys. The weather along the Pacific can make landing at Salaverry a challenge. If we manage to land, however, we could have a chance to take optional excursions to explore the remains of the Chan Chan or Mochican temples. Then you’ll fly to explore the Ecuadorian capital of Quito before going on to explore the remote and wildly beautiful Galápagos Islands
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Day 1
Colón, Panama
Gateway to the Panama Canal
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Day 2
Panama Canal
Connecting two oceans
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Day 3
La Chunga, Panama
Meet the Embera
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Day 4
Bahía Solano, Colombia
Afro-Colombian vibes
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Day 5
At Sea
Crossing the Equator
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Day 6
Manta, Ecuador
Made in Montecristi
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Day 7
Isla del la Plata
Colorful birds and fish on the Silver Island
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Day 8
Puerto Bolivar (Machala), Ecuador
Growing green gold
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Day 9
At Sea
At your leisure
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Day 10
Salaverry, Peru
Ancient kingdoms
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Day 11
Callao/Lima/Quito
On a high
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Day 12
Quito
Views from the ‘Middle of the World’
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Day 13
Quito/Baltra Island/Santa Cruz Island
Arriving at Santa Cruz Island
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Day 14-15
Santa Cruz Island
Island-hopping in the Galápagos
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Day 16
Santa Cruz Island/Baltra Island/Guayaquil
Return to mainland Ecuador
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What's Included
Included in Your Expedition
Galápagos Island Land-Program after the cruise
- Economy flight from Lima to Quito, and Quito to Baltra
- Two nights in Quito, including breakfast and dinner
- Three nights at a hotel in Santa Cruz Island/Galáapagos, including full board
- Economy flight from Baltra to Guayaquil
- All transfers, excursions, and meals are as described in the itinerary, including an English-speaking guide
- Galápagos National Park entrance fee
Expedition Cruise
- Expedition cruise in a cabin of your choice
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner, including beverages (house beer and wine, sodas, and mineral water) in restaurants Aune and Fredheim
- Fine-dining À la carte restaurant Lindstrøm is included for suite guests
- Complimentary tea and coffee
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on board. Be aware that we sail in remote areas with limited connection. Streaming is not supported.
- Complimentary reusable water bottle to fill at onboard water refill stations
- English-speaking Expedition Team who organize and guide activities, both on board and ashore
- Range of included activities
Onboard activities
- Experts from the Expedition Team present detailed lectures on a variety of topics
- Use the ship’s Science Center, which features an extensive library and advanced biological and geological microscopes
- The Citizen Science program allows guests to contribute to current scientific research projects
- The onboard professional photographer will give tips and tricks for taking the best landscape and wildlife photos
- The ship has hot tubs, an infinity pool, a sauna, an outdoor and indoor gym, and an outdoor running track
- Participate in informal gatherings with the crew, such as daily recaps and the next day’s preparations
Landing activities
- Escorted landings with small boats (RIBs)
- Loan of boots, trekking poles, and all equipment needed for the activities
- Complimentary wind- and water-resistant expedition jacket
- Expedition photographers will help configure your camera settings before landings
Not Included In Your Expedition
- International flights
- Travel protection
- Baggage handling
- Optional shore excursions with our local partners
- Optional small-group activities with our Expedition Team
- Optional treatments in the onboard wellness and spa area
Notes
- All planned activities are subject to weather conditions
- Excursions and activities are subject to change
- Please make sure you can meet all entry and boarding requirements
- No gratuities are expected
- Land-Program to the Galápagos Islands involves long stretches of travel. This includes walking over uneven terrain and getting in/out of boats, as well as a climate ranging from cool temperatures at high altitudes to hot tropical weather.
MS Fram
Year built | 2007 |
Year of refurbishment | 2022 |
Shipyard | Fincantieri, Italy |
Passenger capacity | 250 (200 in Antarctica) |
Beds | 276 |
Car capacity | 0 |
Gross tonnage | 11,647 T |
Length | 374 ft |
Beam | 66.3 ft |
Speed | 13 knots |
The original Fram was the most famous explorer ship of its time and the achievements of her expeditions are unparalleled. The advanced technology on the MS Fram, in the spirit of the famous original, makes her exceptionally well suited for expedition cruises in polar regions.
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