CHILDREN

The minimum age for individual bookings is 6 years old* at time of departure. There is no minimum age* for private charter bookings.
*NOTE The Galapagos Islands are an expedition destination. Your clients will be continuously exploring the islands with morning and afternoon shore visits up to three hours at a time. Terrain can be challenging for smaller children. There are no toilet facilities at any of the visitor sites on uninhabited islands. Guests are not allowed to walk back to the pickup point or remain along the shore by themselves. The rules of the Galapagos National Park strictly state that guests must always be accompanied by a naturalist guide at all times. There are no daycare facilities aboard INTEGRITY and parents will be responsible for their children at all times, both aboard the yacht and on shore. All children under the age of 8 years at time of travel will require a waiver, signed by a parent or legal guardian acknowledging and accepting these limitations.

SNORKELLING

Undersea life is an integral part of the Galapagos experience.
Guests will have the opportunity to snorkel each day, weather permitting.
Masks, fins, snorkels, and wetsuits will be provided free of charge.
Guests with corrected vision may wish to purchase a prescription mask before leaving home.

Galápagos National Park rules prohibit scuba diving from INTEGRITY or any vessel other than licensed dive boats.
Certified divers are encouraged to arrive in Galapagos a few days early to arrange diving from an independent dive operator prior to the start of their cruise.

All INTEGRITY individual departures are conducted in English only
Private Charters can be guided in English, Spanish, French, or German with sufficient advance notification

INTEGRITY routinely accommodates a wide variety of dietary restrictions, including for those with celiac disease and nut allergies, requiring strict cross-contamination protocols.
Guests will have the opportunity to indicate any dietary restrictions as part of the booking process.
Due to the lack Kosher or Halal catering facilities in Galapagos, we ask Kosher and Halal guests to consider vegetarian options while aboard the yacht.

Guests with mobility issues are welcome, however must be aware of significant limitations.
Visitor sites feature uneven terrain which are not accessible by wheelchair.
Some sites may require “wet landings” where guests step directly into shallow water.
Boarding and disembarking requires stepping in and out of inflatable Zodiac dinghies.
There are no ramps or lifts between the decks. Guests must be able to climb stairs.
Guests will have the opportunity to disclose any health or mobility issues the crew should be aware of as part of the booking process.