Galapagos Islands Hotels:
ROYAL PALM HOTEL

The Royal Palm Hotelis a unique and secluded hide-away-nestled in the lush highlands of Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos Islands. Exclusive, spacious, and tastefully designed, the Royal Palm Hotel was built to compliment this natural paradise. Authentically constructed of local materials and handcrafted furniture that reflect the environment, you are as close to nature as luxury will allow.

Choose from a relaxing, peaceful and unregimented, lifestyle where you can commune with nature or seek active recreation or somewhere in between - from the Royal Palm Hotel you can explore during the day and relax in comfort at night.

The Royal Palm Hotel features a fully equipped meeting centre, pool, art gallery and a “Wellness Club” with a Jacuzzi, facials, massages, gym, turkish bath and sauna

HOTEL ACCOMMODATION:

- 1 IMPERIAL SUITE - This luxurious private villa has two very spacious en-suite bedrooms - one with a king size bed and the other with two Queen beds. Bathrooms have an outdoor Jacuzzi and share a front garden and terrace. The master bedroom has its own sauna. The suite also has a dressing area, living & dining room with a fireplace and a kitchette. Approx. 968 sq. ft.
- 1 ROYAL SUITE - This is an exclusive villa with an indoor sauna and outdoor Jacuzzi in its own private gardens, as well as a large open living room / dining area with fireplace. The bedroom has a King-size, four-poster bed and a dressing area. Approx. 839 sq. ft.
- 1 PRESIDENTIAL SUITE - The suite is a self-contained, open plan villa. The bedroom area is spacious with a King-size, four-poster bed and dressing area. There’s a lounge/dining area with fire place and a private garden with outdoor Jacuzzi. Approx. 645 sq. ft.
- 10 VILLAS - All have a living toom, dining area with fireplace, bathroom, dressing room and Jacuzzi. Some have king-size beds and others have two queen beds. A sofa bed is also available. Approx.914 sq. ft
- 4 VERANDAH STUDIOS - Each has a spacious double bedroom with either a king-size bed or two queen beds, en-suite bathroom, and indoor Jacuzzi, front porch with hammock and a small tropical garden. Approx. 408 sq. ft.

ITINERARY

Day 1: Arrive on Baltra Island, Galapagos Islands
Upon arrival at Baltra, a transfer is provided to the Royal Palm Hotel on Santa Cruz Island. Remainder of the day at leisure to enjoy the facilities or go on an excursion in the highlands.

Day 2: At leisure
Activities to choose from on Santa Cruz include: horseback riding, mountain biking, diving or just visiting the beach. You may wish to visit the Charles Darwin Research Station if it is not already included on your cruise itinerary. (B)

Day 3: Depart
Transfer to the Baltra airport where you will board your cruise. (B) ***THIS PACKAGE COULD ALSO BE DONE POST CRUISE***

Departs: Daily

2009 rates
Category	Low Season CA$*	High Season CA$*	Low Season US$	High Season US$
Veranda Studios				375
Villas				625
Presidential Suite				500
Royal Suite				600
Imperial Suite				875

Rates are subject to change until time of booking. Per room, per night US$.

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THIS GALAPAGOS ISLANDS HOTEL PACKAGE:

- American Breakfast
- Transfers Baltra/Royal Palm
- Use of Library, Observatory, Museum, Tennis Courts, Swimming Pool and Gym

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED IN THIS GALAPAGOS ISLANDS HOTEL PACKAGE:

- airfare
- US$ 100 Galapagos National Park entrance fee
- meals and beverages (unless indicated)
- Gratuities
- Cancellation/medical insurance
- Hotel, transfers and tours on mainland Ecuador