Trip at a Glance

  •  Accommodations:
    Accommodations: 6 cabins with double beds , 2 cabins with matrimonial beds , All with private bathroom, hot water and air conditioning

Cost Details

$3000

Price Per Person (High season)

Overview

The Guantanamera yacht is fully equipped for both naturalist and dive cruises in the Galapagos Islands.  Built in 2000, she provides lovely accommodations for up to 16 passengers.  Each of her eight double cabins is fully air-conditioned and includes a private bathroom with a hot and cold water shower.  Additionally, many rooms feature ocean views.

Her modern design offers a spacious sundeck, a bar and lounge area, and a small library including TV and VHS.  Those choosing to dive will appreciate the roomy dive platform and dive prices include full gear rental.

Key Features:

  • Fully air-conditioned
  • Great food and service
  • Bilingual naturalist guide
  • Dive charters available
  • Private bathrooms

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Type : 2000

Category : Economic Motor Yacht

Length : 75 feet (23 m)

Width : 21 feet (7m)

Capacity : 16 passengers

On Board : Platform diving and crew

Main Engines : 450 HP, 2 motores Detroit diesel, 2 generators 35KWA

Max Speed : 12 knots

Crew : Captain, bilingual naturalist guide, 2 sailors, chef, mechanic and bartender.

Safety & Navigation : HF, VHF, satellite communication systems , 2 boats outboard for 16 passengers each. , 1 inflatable boat for 25 passengers , Life jackets and communication systems.

Itinerary

WEEK 1 - 8D/7N

Day 01 SUN

AM: Arrival in Baltra and transfer to boat

PM: Santa Cruz Island: Bachas Beach

Day 02 MON

AM: Genovesa Island: Darwin Bay

PM: Genovesa Island: El Barranco

Day 03 TUE

AM: Bartholomew Island

PM: Santiago Island: Sullivan Bay

Day 04 WED

AM: Isabela Island: Wetlands Wall of Tears

PM: Isabela Island: Sierra Negra Volcano

Day 05 THU

AM: Isabela Island: Elizabeth Bay

PM: Isabela Island: Tagus Cove

Day 06 FRI

AM: Isabela Island: Urbina Bay

PM: Isabela Island: Espinoza Point

Day 07 SAT

AM: Santiago Island: Espumilla Beach / Buccaneer Cove

PM: Rabida Island

Day 08 SUN

AM: Daphne Island Mosquera Islet

North Seymour
Transfer to the Baltra airport

WEEK 2 - 8D/7N

Day 01 SUN

AM: Arrival in Baltra and transfer to boat

PM: North Seymour Island

Day 02 MON

AM: San Cristobal Island: Kicker Rock / Witch Hill

PM: San Cristobal Island: Lobos Island

Day 03 TUE

AM: Española Island: Gardner Bay / Gardner Islet / Osborn Islet

PM: Española Island: Suarez Point

Day 04 WED
Day 05 THU

AM: Santa Cruz Island: Fausto Llerena Breeding Center

PM: Santa Cruz Island: Twin Craters

Day 06 FRI

AM: Floreana Island: Cormorant Point Devil’s Crown

PM: Floreana Island: Post Office Bay / Baroness Viewing Point

Day 07 SAT

AM: Santa Cruz Island: Ballena Bay / Eden Bay

PM: Santa Cruz Island: Dragon Hill

Day 08 SUN

AM: Santa Cruz Island: Carrion Point

Transfer to the Baltra airport

WEEK 2 - 5D/4N

Day 01 SUN

AM: Arrival in Baltra and transfer to boat

PM: North Seymour Island

Day 02 MON

AM: San Cristobal Island: Kicker Rock / Witch Hill

PM: San Cristobal Island: Lobos Island

Day 03 TUE

AM: Española Island: Gardner Bay / Gardner Islet / Osborn Islet

PM: Española Island: Suarez Point

Day 04 WED
Day 05 THU

AM: Santa Cruz Island: Fausto Llerena Breeding Center

Transfer to the Baltra airport

WEEK 2 - 4D/3N

Day 01 THU

AM: Arrival in Baltra and transfer to boat

PM: Santa Cruz Island: Twin Craters

Day 02 FRI

AM: Floreana Island: Cormorant Point Devil’s Crown

PM: Floreana Island: Post Office Bay / Baroness Viewing Point

Day 03 SAT

AM: Santa Cruz Island: Ballena Bay / Eden Bay

PM: Santa Cruz Island: Dragon Hill

Day 04 SUN

AM: Santa Cruz Island: Carrion Point

PM: Transfer to the Baltra airport

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» Week 1 or 2 (8 Day Cruises)

Please note: Itineraries are unlikely to change significantly but are subject to change. Weather, wildlife breeding, instructions from the Galapagos National Park, specific abilities and interests of passengers as well as operational matters may cause your guide or captain to change the time or nature of visits. Your guide will always endeavor to select the best itinerary within these limits.

Cost Includes

  • All meals
  • Transfers in the islands
  • All shore excursions with an English speaking naturalist guide

Cost Excluded

  • $100 Galapagos National Park entrance fee
  • $10 Transit Control Card
  • Fuel Surcharge
  • Airfare from mainland Ecuador
  • Bottled beverages
  • Gratuities
  • Cancellation/medical insurance
$3000

Per Person

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