It is fully air-conditioned and is small by ship standards to enable it to anchor as close to each island as possible. Passengers are ferried ashore in small boats called pangas. The landings often require wading from the pangas to shore. All shore excursions are accompanied by naturalist guides. Breakfasts and lunches are buffet style.
Dinner is a sit down meal with choice of entree.
There are many excellent areas for swimming or snorkeling. Equipment is available on board or guests may bring their own. Informality is the rule aboard ship.