FIRST CLASS

Queen of Galapagos

Departure: MON / FRI
Capacity: 16 Passengers


Simply one of the most elegant and comfortable catamaran cruises in Galapagos is its Queen: This vessel is marked by wide-open spaces. The cabins, living rooms and bathrooms are elegant and comfortable. Although the boat is rather large, it lends itself to an intimate environment, accommodating a small group of 16 passengers.

Specifications:

8 luxury rooms with private bathroom, air conditioner and hot water, all cabins with private direct ocean view, TV/DVD in each room, fully air conditioned Social Areas, Covered Back Deck and Sun Deck, a large staging area, 7 crew members and all safety equipment complies with international coast guard regulations

Itinerary

8DAYS/7NIGHTS

Monday: San Cristobal – Sea Lion Island
Tuesday: Plazas – Santa Fe
Wednesday: Española Island: Punta Suarez – Gardner Bay
Thursday: Floreana Island: Post Office Bay – Devil’s Crown Point Cormorant
Friday: Puerto Ayora: Charles Darwin Station – Highlands
Saturday: North Seymour – Bachas
Sunday:Sullivan Bay – Bartolome
Monday: San Cristobal: Interpretacion Center

Beluga HS

Departure: FRI / FRI
Capacity: 16 Passengers


The Beluga is a 110 foot, steel-hulled motor vessel. It is fully air-conditioned and accommodates 16 passengers in double cabins, each with private bathroom and shower. The well-trained and experienced crew of 7 takes very good care of their guests at all times aboard and ashore.

Guest Accommodation : 8 Double staterooms each with private bath. Hot / cold water showers
Crew: Captain, multilingual naturalist guide, cook, machinist, barman and 4 sailors
Equipment: TV with VHS video system. Fully air, freezer and refrigeration

Itinerary

8DAYS/7NIGHTS

Friday: Baltra - North Seymour
Saturday: Española: Gardner Bay – Punta Suarez
Sunday: Floreana: Punta Cormorant – Post Office Bay
Monday: Santa Cruz Island: Charles Darwin Station - Highlands
Tuesday: Isabela Island: Moreno Point – Elisabeth Bay
Wednesday: Isabela Island: Urbina Bay – Fernandina Island: Espinosa Point
Thursday:Santiago Island: Puerto Egas – Bartolome Island
Friday: Santa Cruz Island: Black Turtle Cove – Baltra Island (airport)


Estrella de Mar II

Departure: MON / FRI
Capacity: 16 Passengers

Estrella del Mar II was designed for travelers who want to enjoy eco-tourism in a complete comfort.
Accommodation: 8 Double cabins with private toilet and shower. All cabins with air conditioning, bar, dinning room, living room, the social areas have direct view to the sea.

Itinerary

8DAYS/7NIGHTS

Monday: San Cristobal – Sea Lion Island
Tuesday:Española: Point Suarez – Gardner bay
Wednesday:Floreana: Post office bay – point cormorant
Thursday: Isabela: Villamil port – Turtle Cove – Flamingos and Sharks Cove
Friday: Puerto Ayora: Charles Darwin Station - Highlands
Saturday: North Seymour – Bartolomé
Sunday:Plazas – Santa Fe
Monday:San Cristóbal: Interpretation Center – Airport

Athala Catamaran

Departure: SAT / TUE
Capacity: 16 Passengers

16 passengers accommodated in 8 nice double cabins (6 on the main deck and 2 on the upper deck) with outside views, air-condition (A/C), private bathroom, hot water, locker and closet, The Athala II is unrivalled in offering the generous comfortable accommodation and amenities of a larger boat while still preserving the relaxed exclusivity of a smaller vessel. You are sure to find the layout, furnishings, food and crew to be at an excellent standard. All cabins on board are deluxe, with well-appointed private bathroom, water, air conditioning, wall to wall carpeting. All have ocean views with large portrait windows (not portholes). All cabins are a minimum 175 square feet and the main deck rooms have the additional luxury of a private balcony. The main deck also boasts the dining area and a separate comfortable lounge area complete with plasma TVs, lap tops, DVD player, stereo and library. The upper deck has a well-stocked bar, Jacuzzi and a beautiful open teak deck area for relaxation, alfresco dining and barbeques. The huge sundeck is great for whale and dolphin watching or to simply relax and soak up the sun between island excursions. In the evenings there is no better place for star gazing. You have a crew of 10 + 1 naturalist guide. The crew is friendly, full time, experienced and highly professional. Your guide is guaranteed to be bilingual (minimum fluent English and Spanish) and of the highest standard.

Itinerary

8DAYS/7NIGHTS

Tuesday: Arrival in Baltra and transfer to the boat - Galapaguera
Wednesday:Española Island: Gardner Bay – Suarez Point
Thursday:Floreana Island: Cormorant Point - Post Office Bay
Friday: Charles Darwin research Station - Highlands of the Island.
Saturday: North Seymour - Bartolome Island
Sunday: Bartolome Island
Monday:Santiago Island: Egas Port - Rábida Island
Tuesday: San Cristobal Island: Isla Lobos - Airport


Nemo II

Departure: SUN
Capacity: 14 Passengers


Nemo II is a large Trans-oceanic Alumarine 72 ft. multi hull catamaran yacht, for cruising and charters. This large catamaran was specially built to take up to 14 passengers accommodated in 7 double cabins, each with private bathroom, it was designed by Lagenvin. The ingeniously designed saloon, the vast cockpit and the unique exterior surface makes this beautiful catamaran, an exceptional cruising boat. Be amazed by the stability and service on board the Nemo II Snorkeling equipment Sea Kayaks & Zodiac

Itinerary

8DAYS/7NIGHTS

Sunday: Baltra Island - visit to Bachas Beach.
Monday:Bartholomew Island - Sombrero Chino
Tuesday: Breeding center in Isabela Island - Tintoreras Lagoon.
Wednesday: Floreana Island, Post Office Bay - Punta Cormorant.
Thursday: Espanola Island - Gardner Bay and in - Punta Suarez.
Friday: Santa Fe Island - Charles Darwin Station in Puerto Ayora (Santa Cruz Island).
Saturday:South Plazas Island - North Seymour Island.
Sunday Santa Cruz Island: Black Turtle Cove – Baltra Island Airport


Galapagos Voyager

Departure: TUE / SAT
Capacity: 16 Passengers


Cabins: 8 of which 6 are Twin cabins with lower beds and 2 are Matrimonial cabins with lower double bed. All cabins of the Galapagos Voyager are situated on the yacht's main and upper deck and feature a large window which can be individually opened. All cabins have a private bathroom with hot and cold water and high pressure flush toilet, air conditioning, telephone, individual background music.

Crew: 8 plus 1 expert bilingual Naturalist guide

Social areas: 2 Sundecks (one covered on the main deck and one partially covered on the upper deck), dining room, lounge with Flat screen TV and DVD player, bar. Aboard the Galapagos Voyager you surely will enjoy the very ample social areas with great Ocean views. Our sundecks are the perfect place for those who would like to be witness of the diverse marine life, we may encounter different species of whales or groups of dolphins! Or enjoy yourself gazing at the most romantic sunsets or take your time for some sunbathing and relaxation. Our chef prepares an ideal mixture of local and international cuisine which is all served in buffet style. We also cater for vegetarians and individuals with other dietary needs. The lounge offers a comfortable setting to receive the briefings of our naturalist guide or just to sit back and relax, read a book from our small library or enjoy a cocktail prepared by our expert bartender.


Additional facilities: We have following items available on board, which can be rented at an additional cost: Snorkeling equipment and Wetsuits.

Itinerary

8DAYS/7NIGHTS

Saturday: Baltra – Tortoise - Farm Primicias - Charles Darwin Station
Sunday:Plaza Sur - Santa Fe
Monday: Punta Suarez (Espanola) - Bahia Gardner (Espanola)
Tuesday: Leon Dormido - Interpretation centre - Loberia
Wednesday: Bachas Beach - Black Turtle Cove
Thursday: El Barranco (Genovesa) - Bahia Darwin
Friday:Bahia Sullivan - Bartolome
Saturday Twin Craters – Baltra Airport


Beagle

Departure: TUE
Capacity: 13 / 14 Passengers


Accommodations Six double cabins and 1 smaller double with private bathrooms and A/C.
Crew Captain, helmsman, steward, chef, engineer and naturalist guide.
Specifications: Length: 105 feet / 32 meters Beam: 22 feet / 6.71 meters Speed: 9 knots average
Equipment: Twin John Deere 235 HP (2004) Radar Generators Twin 23 kw for 110V – 220 V (A/C) and 12V-24V (D/C) GPS Magnetic compass Satellite EPIRB 1 dingy/1 zodiac with outboards 2 double kayaks desalination plant 1 inflatable life raft (20-passenger) cell phone/fax and portable satellite phone.

Itinerary

8DAYS/7NIGHTS

Tuesday: Baltra Island –Santa Cruz Island - North Seymour Island.
Wednesday: South Plaza Island - Santa Fe Island
Thursday: Punta Suarez – Española Island - Gardner Bay
Friday: Charles Darwin Station – Santa Cruz Island - Highlands – Santa Cruz Island
Saturday: Punta Cormorant – Floreana Islanda - Post Office Bay – Floreana Island
Sunday: Puerto Egas – Santiago Island - Bartolome Island
Monday:Prince Philip´s Steps – Genovesa Island - Darwin Bay – Genovesa Island
Tuesday Baltra Island – Return


Cachalote

Departure: WED
Capacity: 16 Passengers


Guest Accommodation : 8 double cabins each with private bath. Hot / cold water shower
Crew: Captain, multilingual naturalist guide, cook, and three sailors
Safety Equipment: All required electronic safety equipment, tenders with outboard motors, life rafts, freezer and refrigerator, desalinator, TV and DVD player. Fully air-conditioned Cachalote I is a charming 96 foot schooner , with 86.6 feet on deck, offering First Class service. Passengers can relax on one of the three wooden decks while sailing or just anchored in a harbor, but don’t forget that sunscreen!

Itinerary

8DAYS/7NIGHTS

Wednesday:BALTRA /PLAZAS
Thursday:SANTA CRUZ: STACION CHARLES DARWIN . Y HIGHLANDS
Friday: ESPAÑOLA: GARDNER BAY Y PUNTA SUAREZ
Saturday: FLOREANA: PONT CORMORANT Y POST OFFICE BAY
Sunday:ISABELA: PUNTA MORENO Y ELIZABETH BAY
Monday: ISABELA: URBINA BAY Y FERNANDINA: PUNTA ESPINOZA
Tuesday:JAMES: PORT EGAS Y BARTOLOME
Wednesday SANTA CRUZ: CALETA TORTUGA Y BALTRA


Sagitta

Departure: WED
Capacity: 16 Passengers

Facilities The graceful and spacious three-masted sailing-ship SAGITTA is a 120-foot steel-hulled vessel of great sturdiness. Rebuilt for 16 guests and crew, she offers ten double air-conditioned cabins with one double-lower and one single-upper berth each. Every cabin has its own en-suite bathroom with hot water showers. This sailing-ship boasts a homely salon/bar, a comfortable dining room, an isolated conference room with library/entertainment center, and an additional dining facility "al fresco." Flush and ample deck space makes her truly a great vessel for Island cruising.
Accommodations 16 passengers in 10 double air-conditioned cabins with double lower and single upper berths. All cabins have en-suite bathrooms with hot-water showers. The vessel offers an upper deck salon with view, a spacious dining room with large windows, a library/video salon that doubles as a conference room and an on-deck settee/dinette.
Crew Captain, first mate, engineer, two sailors, chef, chef assistant, and licensed Naturalist Guide.

Itinerary

8DAYS/7NIGHTS

Wednesday: Baltra – North Seymour
Thursday:Pitt Point – Cerro Brujo (San Cristobal)
Friday: Gardner Bay – Suarez Point (Espanola)
Saturday: Cormorant Point – Devil´s Crown (Floreana) – Charles Darwin Station (Santa Cruz)
Sunday:Moreno Point – Elizabeth Bay (Isabela)
Monday: Urbina Bay (Isabela) Espinoza Point (Fernandina)
Tuesday:Puerto Egas (Santiago) - Bartolome
Wednesday Black Turtle Cove (Santa Cruz) - Baltra


Galaxy

Departure: SAT / THU
Capacity: 16 Passengers

Guest accommodations: 9 beautiful and comfortable double cabins with lower beds and outside views; 3 on the lower deck, 3 on the main deck and 3 on the upper deck, private bathrooms cold-hot water, air conditioned.
Facilities: Dining room, bar and lounge, TV and DVD, library and sundeck.

Itinerary

8DAYS/7NIGHTS

Saturday: Baltra: (Airport) / Gemelos - Highlands
Sunday:Floreana Island: Punta Cormorant / Devils Crown; Post Office / Mirador de la Baronesa
Monday: Española Island Gardner Bay / Punta Suarez
Tuesday: San Cristobal Island: Interpretation Center / Lobos Island
Wednesday:Santa Fe Island / Caleta Tortuga Negra y/o Bachas
Thursday: Genovesa Island: El Barranco / Darwin Bay
Friday:Sullivan Bay / Bartolome Island
SaturdaySanta Cruz Island: Charles Darwin Station / Baltra (Airport)


Estrella de Mar I

Departure: MON / FRI
Capacity: 16 Passengers


The Estrella del Mar was build in 1990. All cabins has windows, air conditioning and private baths. The yachts feature wide sun decks, bar and comfortable dining lounge areas.
Accommodation: 8 Double cabins with private baths.

Itinerary

8DAYS/7NIGHTS

Monday: Cristobal (airport) – Sea Lion Island
Tuesday:Española: Point Suarez – Gardner bay
Wednesday:Floreana: Post office bay – point cormorant
Thursday: Isabela: Villamil port – Turtle Cove – Flamingos and Sharks Cove
Friday:Puerto Ayora: Charles Darwin Station - Highlands
Saturday: North Seymour – Bartolomé
Sunday:Plazas – Santa Fe
Monday:San Cristóbal: Interpretation Center – Airport


Journey I

Departure: FRI / TUE
Capacity: 16 Passengers

8 nice double cabins (6 on the main deck and 2 on the upper deck) with outside view, air-conditioning (A/C), private bathroom, hot water, locker and closet, Jacuzzi, comfortable dining room, bar and lounge; library, TV, DVD, stereo, first aid kit, icemaker, water purifier, observation deck/sundeck with chairs for sleeping or relaxing

Itinerary (subject to change)

Friday: Baltra Island Airport – Plazas Island
Saturday:San Cristobal Island: Interpretation Center – Lobos Island
Sunday:Española Island: Gardner Bay, Punta Suarez
Monday: Floreana Island: Punta Cormorant - Post Office Bay
Tuesday:Santa Cruz Island: Highlands - Charles Darwin Station
Wednesday: Chinese Hat Island – Santiago Island: Puerto Egas
Thursday:Santiago Island: Sullivan Bay - Bartolomé Island
Friday:Santa Cruz Island: Bachas Beach – Baltra Island Airport


Journey II

Departure: WED / SUN
Capacity: 16 Passengers

Cormorant II Catamaran has 6 cabins with low double beds and 2 cabins with double beds; all with private bathroom, hot water, air conditioner, dining room, TV, DVD, stereo. The catamaran also has a library, bar on the main deck, bar in the solarium, Jacuzzi and solarium with chairs. All cabins are on the main deck with a view of the sea.

Itinerary (subject to change)

Sunday: Batra airport – Santa Cruz Island: Charles Darwin Station (Transfer by land)
Monday:Española Island
Tuesday:Santa Fe Island – South Plazas Island
Wednesday: North Seymour Island – Baltra Island – Bartolomé Island
Thursday:Isabela Island: Tagus Cove – Elizabeth Bay
Friday: Fernandina Island: Punta Espinoza – Isabela Island; Urbina Bay
Saturday:Floreana Island
Sunday:Santa Cruz: Highland – Baltra airport (Transfer by land)
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