The Silversea Group has announced the purchase of Canodros SA, the Ecuadorian tourism company that operates in the Galapagos Islands, and its upmarket expedition ship, Galapagos Explorer II.
Silversea plans to add Galapagos Explorer II to its luxury fleet of six ships next year. The 100-guest vessel will undergo a major refurbishment in September 2013 and will be given a new name to ensure consistency with the standards of the Silversea fleet.
Until then, the ship will continue on its planned schedule of cruises and will continue to be operated by Canodros, which is based in Guayaquil, Ecuador. Canodros will also continue handling reservations for Galapagos Explorer II, as well as sales and marketing through its established network of travel companies and tour operators.
Guests currently booked on Galapagos Explorer II and travel agents or tour operators with clients booked on the ship should continue to liaise through their normal channels with Canodros for any assistance with their reservation.
Silversea acquires Galapagos tourism company and expedition ship
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